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ETS and Galvanize Expand Their Partnership to Widen TOEFL and Study-Abroad Access
Quick answer On July 21, 2026, ETS — the maker of the TOEFL iBT and GRE — publicly announced an expansion of its long-running…
Big Relief!: $100,000 H-1B Fee Won’t Apply for F-1 to H-1B Transitions
The U.S. has clarified that the new $100,000 H-1B fee will not apply to international students already in the country who change status, such…
3,000+ Global Programs Now Accept Duolingo English Test for 2025 Admissions
Universities worldwide expanded acceptance of the Duolingo English Test (DET) across the 2024–2025 cycle, offering study abroad applicants a faster, at-home alternative to IELTS…
UK Graduate Route Cut to 18 Months from 1 January 2027: Who It Affects
The UK government will shorten the post-study Graduate Route for most international students from two years to 18 months starting 1 January 2027, a…
University of Leeds 2026 Scholarships: 500 Awards Worth Up to £16,000 for Global Students
The University of Leeds has announced up to 500 International Excellence Scholarships for 2026 entry, offering high-achieving international students awards of £3,000, £6,000 or…
Australia’s 2026 Student Plan: 295,000 Intake Cap Signals Steady Growth for Melbourne
Melbourne signals steady 2026 intake under Australia’s student plan Australia has finalized 2026 international student allocations under a National Planning Level of 295,000 new…
UK Raises English Requirement to B2 from Jan 2026: What It Means for 500,000+ International Students
The UK will raise the English proficiency requirement for Skilled Worker and related routes to level B2 (A‑Level/Class 12 equivalent) from January 8, 2026,…
IELTS Faces Competition: TOEFL & PTE Secure Faster Visa Processing for 2025–26
A growing share of study abroad applicants are choosing TOEFL iBT and PTE Academic over IELTS for student visa files, as Australia and Canada…
Wales Rejects 6% UK Levy – What This Means for 2025 International Students
Wales has ruled out a levy on international student fees, positioning the country as a welcoming study abroad destination even as England advances with…
Spain Sees 200% Surge in Indian Students – Here’s Why 2025 Could Be the Year to Apply
Spain is steadily climbing the ranks as a preferred overseas education destination for Indian students, driven by expanding English-taught programs, competitive scholarships, and favorable…