The goal of the company is to give Russian graduates a chance for a successful future and career. These are the prospects that open up for people who have graduated from a university in the UK, Germany, the USA, the Netherlands, etc. Among our partners are hundreds of the largest universities in Europe and America, top universities:

• Harvard University;
• Columbia University;
• University of Cambridge;
• Yale University;
• University of Oxford;
• Princeton University;
• Stanford University.

Together with StudyLab admission to best universities abroad becomes more accessible. And all thanks to the comprehensive support of applicants - from collecting documents to obtaining visas.

Admission to foreign universities: the whole range of services

StudyLab has been specializing in organizing study abroad for over 10 years. We provide the following services:

• organization of language courses;
• preparation for international exams for knowledge of English IELTS, TOEFL;
• analysis and selection of universities abroad and curricula in accordance with your goals;
• advising on foreign education;
• collection of documents for submission to the admission committee of the university;
• assistance in writing motivational letters (essays attached to the application for admission);
• issuance of a study visa;
• supervision in the learning process.

We not only organize admission to higher education institutions abroad, but also accompany students abroad during the first semester or year of study. The enrollment process is also under 100% control of our experts. StudyLab specialists will help you choose the best educational programs, assess the level of academic knowledge and prepare for admission and study.

Exam preparation

Entrust us with the preparation for admission - enlist the support of experienced professionals and leading teachers. With our help, hundreds of Russians enter universities in London, New York, Amsterdam, Berlin and other cities around the world. Our secret is first-class preparation courses for entrance exams, including SAT, GMAT, ACT, GRE and others.

For clients entering the creative professions in the field of Art & Design, we provide assistance in compiling a portfolio. Preparation for admission together with StudyLab is a guarantee of your success!

Our advantages

Every year, more than 2,000 people receive higher education at universities abroad with the help of StudyLab. Many of them are free of charge, as well as on the basis of grants and scholarships for foreign students. Our employees are native speakers of Russian, English, German, Dutch. They will help you quickly solve problems in the process of moving and learning. You are completely insured against problems during admission: we independently interact with representatives admissions committees on behalf of applicants, speeding up and facilitating the enrollment process. Do you dream of a foreign diploma and a dizzying career abroad? Simple and convenient admission to a foreign university with us is the first step towards your goal!

Getting higher education abroad is not only prestigious, but also opens many doors in life. After graduating from a European, American or Canadian university, a graduate is given a unique opportunity.

You can enter most foreign universities right after school. Of course, this information should be obtained from the university in which admission is planned.

Some European countries, for example, Germany, do not always accept graduates Russian schools and I advise you to enter after completing at least one course at a university in your home country. It is advised to start thinking about entering a foreign university about a year or a half before graduation: look at the options, choose universities, write letters to them with clarifying questions and take the necessary exams.

You can send documents and apply to almost all educational institutions online by scanning documents and passing an interview via Skype. A huge advantage of electronic receipt is the ability to send documents to a large number of universities, thereby increasing the chances of enrolling in one of them. Most often, universities require the following documents to be sent:

1. Certificate.
2. Diploma (when applying for a master's degree).
3. Certificate confirming knowledge of the language.
4. Motivation letter and resume.

In what cases can the option of enrolling a student in foreign university?

All documents must be translated into the language of the program that was chosen for admission (English or the national language of other countries). Certificates and diplomas require not only a certified translation, but also an apostille.

At the time of submission of documents, the certificate of knowledge of the language must be valid (for example, IELTS is valid only 2 years from the date of delivery). The resume should include education, courses taken, languages ​​and hobbies. It is worth writing a little about yourself, your knowledge, hobbies and why you want to study at this particular university.

You should also carefully consider the period for receiving documents for admission, especially for foreigners. Some countries accept applications only until May, when the certificate of completion of 11 classes in Russia and the CIS is received only in June. In such cases, you need to contact the university directly and ask for permission to enroll before receiving a certificate or diploma.

An important aspect is the initial investment. Even if the future student is confident in receiving a grant or enrolling in free program studying abroad, he will have to spend money on training required documents for admission. Another waste will be passing the language exam, since almost all of them are paid. That is why it is worth giving enough time for preparation in order to pass the required score the first time.

The system of higher education abroad

Free Education Opportunities

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Financing education around the world

It is worth noting that some universities offer their own grants or scholarships. Information about funding is always worth asking when contacting the foreign department at the university.

Erasmus Student Exchange Program in Europe

Participating in the Erasmus student exchange program, a foreigner can go to study for one semester at a foreign university, which is also a participant in the program. Many large universities in Russia and the CIS countries are in partnership with European universities, thereby providing an opportunity to participate in the program.

It is worth noting that first-year students cannot participate in the program. You can apply only if the student has already successfully completed 2 semesters.

Grant for studying in the Netherlands

is one of the most favorable countries for moving and starting studies, especially for those who do not yet know the local language. Universities offer many programs in English language, and almost local residents own it and will be happy to help you understand and get comfortable in the country.

The Dutch government offers 5,000 euros to pay for undergraduate or graduate studies.It is worthwhile to start applying for a grant in advance. Applications usually close in May.

Getting a grant in Sweden

Offers some of the most generous grants in the world. Firstly, when receiving a grant, you don’t have to worry about tuition fees - financial institution automatically sends them money. Secondly, the grant covers the flight to Sweden. And thirdly, the participant receives about 950 euros per month for renting an apartment, paying for insurance and food.

It is necessary to write a resume, write a motivation letter, take letters of recommendation from places of work.

Stanford - the names of these universities are well known to everyone, however, when choosing a university for studying abroad, this information is not enough. Many factors need to be taken into account.

Choosing a university

After you have decided on the country (you can find about choosing a country for studying and an overview of the countries themselves in the "") section, you can narrow the search to a specific educational institution. Usually, everyone first of all studies university ratings. You need to know them, but the information presented in them should be analyzed very meticulously. Most often, you need to choose the program, not the university.

Ratings e.g. QS rating World University can be sorted according to your criteria. For example, you are looking for universities in Germany where you can study biology. In the top will be Ludwig-Maximilian University in Munich and Heidelberg University. If you are interested in programs computer technology, you will see another alignment: Technical University Munich, the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology and the Humboldt University of Berlin will occupy the top positions.

In addition, ratings are compiled on the basis of different criteria. For example, there may be a ranking based on the academic base or the attractiveness of graduates of this university for employers. If you plan to do science, then the first criterion will be more important for you than the second, and if you are thinking about a career in business, then most likely the opposite. When studying rating data, be sure to take an interest in the methodology: it happens that researchers equally take into account both the equipment of laboratories and the quality of food in a student canteen.

In addition to global ones, study the rankings for universities in a particular country. For example, for British universities authoritative is the rating of the Guardian newspaper. In this case, the choice of universities will be wider, and universities that are not included in the global rankings are not necessarily bad. The reason for not being in the "big" rating may be due to the young age of the educational institution or a narrow specialization, but maybe this is exactly what you need.

Select a few universities to compare. Carefully study the content of courses and programs, the number of academic hours, biographies of teachers.

As a rule, you will find this information on the university website. If there is little information in the public domain, you can always contact the university by e-mail.

For those who are going to apply for master's programs and especially in graduate school, the key point is the personality of the supervisor and the research base on the topic of your interest. In some universities, despite the big name, it is in your specialty of a stellar scientist and scientific developments may not be.

If you would like to gain hands-on experience while studying, check the university's policy on student internships. It doesn’t hurt to talk to students and alumni: many universities announce internships, but in reality this may turn out to be a formality. Look for those universities where internships are taken seriously, as well as those that have established cooperation with companies.

dreaming about international career? Then choose such programs where you will have the opportunity to study in an international environment and go on an exchange internship to other countries. Also ask how the diploma of this university is quoted in the international arena.

Choosing a specialization

If you still haven't decided what you want to study, don't worry. In some countries, such as the United States, undergraduate studies begin with general courses, and only then you can choose a specialization, and if you don’t like it, you can change it.

As a rule, the majority European universities is divided into two types - academic and applied. First, the emphasis is on theoretical knowledge and Scientific research. However, if you are applying for a bachelor's degree, then a diploma from such a university will be a good start. As a rule, academic universities are the oldest and most famous educational institutions in the country. However, if you are planning to enroll in a master's program or receive a second higher education to develop a career in business and industry, then you may be more interested in practice-oriented programs in applied universities.

Here are 5 ways to do this:

• Grants or so-called social assistance to students , which is intended for educational expenses, the implementation of a professional project, training in summer schools, taking courses, etc. The grant is issued as a lump sum in the form of an incentive. You can get it again.
• Scholarship . When receiving a scholarship that can cover the cost of all or part of the training, a motivation letter plays a huge role. The scholarship may be awarded for achievements in the volunteer, sports, creative, academic fields, or other talents. The scholarship can be issued by the university itself, or by the Russian state.
• Research Fellowship . This way of getting an education is intended for those who graduated from the "high school" and plan to enter the master's program for further research activities. The state, representatives of private or public funds can issue such a scholarship.
• Assistantship . Designed for those who wish to enroll in doctoral studies. In addition to teaching, you will work as an assistant professor. His duties include reading introductory courses in your specialty, participating in research projects that your department implements. Such financial support can be provided by both the state and the institution itself.
• Program " global education» . A program was developed so that a student studying abroad at the expense of the budget of the Russian Federation, after graduating from the university under a master's, postgraduate, doctoral program, would return to Russia and work at the enterprise for 3 years. This is a great opportunity to get a free education and have workplace at the end.

So, as you understand, get free education abroad is possible . The main thing is to have a desire. When choosing an educational institution, I rely on entrance exams and requirements.

If you are also going to study abroad, then my advice is: think through everything to the smallest detail, how you will finance your studies, how much money you will need for accommodation, meals and other expenses, what exact documents should be sent to the university upon admission.