Obtaining a student visa...

Documents required for NOC Interview

Following documents are required in 2 sets of photocopy and originals for verification.

1. A letter of registration / admission from a French Academic Institution.

2. Proof of resources for tuition fees and 500 Euros/month for living expenses for the period of stay (1 year) for housing, food, medical expenses, transport etc.,) OR A sponsorship letter for accommodation from the city where you are going for your studies and supporting documents showing availability of a minimum of 250 Euros per month for living expenses.

3. Proof of accommodation in France for the period of stay.

4. Short Bio-data.

5. 4 passport size photographs with light background.

6. Copies of your degrees / diplomas and certificates (+2/BA/BSc/BE/MA/MSc)

7. Copy (first 2 pages) of valid passport for the entire period of stay in France.

8. Air ticket or Reservation print out of Air ticket.

9. For short and long duration stay in France the student should take a comprehensive "overseas medical policy and repatriation policy" for 3 months and a copy to be attached.

After the interview, the student will be given a presentation letter and with the same he/she would need to submit the passport at the Embassy on the following Wednesday. The passport will be returned duly stamped in 2 working days or a week at the latest.

'Expenditure' is an area which most students would like to have detailed information first, before they plan their education abroad. In fact, awareness about the costs involved is 'very crucial' before one ventures into this expenditure-involved process.

Here are the details of Specific costs involved in Study Abroad Process

1. Application costs
Your study abroad plans start with the application process. If you want to apply for 4-6 universities/colleges, you have to consider Application Fees, Courier Charges, Cost of Documentation and Miscellaneous Expenditure like Stationary etc.

• USA : The average application fee is between $25-95 per US University. Very few colleges facilitate applications without fee, but most have an application processing fee, which is mandatory for international students.
• Like US, most Canadian universities do charge an application fee, which is around the same costs as US universities.
• For UK, France and Switzerland, there is no application fee for post-graduate applicants.
• Some Australian and New Zealand universities charge an application fee, however there are some universities/colleges offering free application.

Altogether, the average cost of applying to 4-5 universities may come to Rs 25,000 for USA and Canada and around Rs 10,000 for UK, Australia, New Zealand, Switzerland and France

2. English Tests
Students have to write TOEFL/GRE/GMAT/SAT/IELTS as a prerequisite for admissions. Each student has to pay Coaching Fees and Examination Fees as prescribed by the respective Testing Agencies. The total expenditure for tests will be in the range of 8,000-15,000.

3. Scores reporting costs
Scores of TOEFL and GRE / GMAT / SAT are to be directly reported for the application process. Following are the present charges for score reporting (in addition to what ETS / College Board allows FREE, at the time of registration)

TOEFL - $17	GRE - $15
GMAT - $28	SAT - $ 9
IELTS - Local center will determine the cost of additional score reporting

Students can save $40-$90, if they can report the scores to the respective universities at the time of Exam itself.

4. Tuition and fees
Interestingly, Bachelor's degree is costlier than Master's degree because of the more number of credits involved at Grad level. Please note that all the costs indicated are approximate and vary upon the universities and programs. These costs will hike from one year to another. However, the average increase is around 5-10% per annum.

5. Cost of living expenditure
Cost of food alone will come approximately to $ 300 per month in US/Canada and other countries. If you include other incidental expenditure like rent, entertainment and other expenses, the average could be around $ 800-1000 per month, for a single student.

6. Insurance
Insurance is mandatory for all international students, who plan to study abroad. Depending upon the company and policy taken, the cost of insurance for a student could be around Rs 15,000 - 20,000 per year, in any of the countries being discussed.

7. Books and supplies
This could be anywhere between US $ 400-1200 per year, depending upon field of study and the courses chosen.

8. Other costs
Visa application fee, air fare and settlement expenses like deposit on room/flat, basic necessities etc. are also to be factored in, while calculating the expenditure involved for studying abroad.

Presently, the Visa application fee is around Rs 4,400 for USA, Rs 5,100 for UK

Air fare could be between Rs 15,000 to 45,000 depending upon the country, season and airline.

Obtaining a student visa...

Visa process for Indian students

Following individuals require a student visa
Students going to France to study on:

- Full time course
- Erasmus -Mundus course,
- Student exchange programme
- French language course ( summer courses etc)
- Short term internship programme, will need to apply for student visa.

Visa Procedure

1. Obtain an NOC Students should obtain a No Objection Certificate (NOC) through the interview by the designated official: In Delhi : the Attache for Scientific & University Cooperation In Ahmedabad, Bangalore, Calcutta, Chandigarh, Chennai, Hyderabad, Mumbai, Pune: the Director of the respective Alliance Francaise .

2. Stamping After the interview, submission of passport at the main embassy for stamping : Students who obtain the NOC at Delhi, Calcutta and Chandigarh are required to submit their passports at the French Embassy at New Delhi. Others are required to submit at the French Consulate in Mumbai. Students who obtain the NOC from Chennai proceed to the French Consulate in Pondicherry.

Documents required for NOC Interview

Following documents are required in 2 sets of photocopy and originals for verification.

1. A letter of registration / admission from a French Academic Institution.

2. Proof of resources for tuition fees and 500 Euros/month for living expenses for the period of stay (1 year) for housing, food, medical expenses, transport etc.,) OR A sponsorship letter for accommodation from the city where you are going for your studies and supporting documents showing availability of a minimum of 250 Euros per month for living expenses.

3. Proof of accommodation in France for the period of stay.

4. Short Bio-data.

5. 4 passport size photographs with light background.

6. Copies of your degrees / diplomas and certificates (+2/BA/BSc/BE/MA/MSc)

7. Copy (first 2 pages) of valid passport for the entire period of stay in France.

8. Air ticket or Reservation print out of Air ticket.

9. For short and long duration stay in France the student should take a comprehensive "overseas medical policy and repatriation policy" for 3 months and a copy to be attached.

After the interview, the student will be given a presentation letter and with the same he/she would need to submit the passport at the Embassy on the following Wednesday. The passport will be returned duly stamped in 2 working days or a week at the latest.

Visa process for Indian students

Dependent Spouse and children traveling.
If dependent spouse and children are traveling with the student, one needs to provide the following documents.

When to apply for visa
Students must apply for visa at least 15 days prior to their departure.

Passport requirement
Passport must be valid for the entire duration of the course (if not please contact the issuing office). Passport must contain a recent photograph. Passport with childhood photograph is unacceptable.

Visa Fees
3000 approximately to be in cash.

Visa Forms
For short stay, that is not more that 90 days, Schengen Visa form should be completed. For long stay, that is more than 90 days, Long stay visa form should be completed. Please click here to download

http://www.vfs-france.co.in/website/f2.htm

Consulate General of France
Ms. Catherine Jourdainne
Education Attache
Tel: (022) 56 69 40 00
Fax: (022) 56 69 40 60

Website: www.consulfrance-bombay.org

French Embassy New Delhi
2/50-E Shantipath - Chanakyapuri
New Delhi 110021
Tel: (11) 24 19 61 00
Fax (11) 24 19 61 19

Website: www.france-in-india.org

Consulate General of France
2 Rue de la Marine
Pondicherry 605001
Tel : 0413 2334058
Fax : 0413 2335594

French higher education system is world class and dynamic training the leaders of a nation that plays a central role in the domains of science, business, and culture.

DOCUMENTS CHECKLIST

• A Completed Profile
• Transcripts
  From 10th class onwards (duly attested by the respective Head of the Institution) 10th and Inter (12th) transcripts need not be in sealed envelopes. The degree marks and provisional must be in sealed envelope, with seal and signature on the flap of the envelope too.
• Statement of Purpose (SOP)
  SOP must be a one-page statement which contains a student's personal and academic history. It should contain information on the student's educational objectives, career goals, reasons for studying in Canada and the purpose for choosing a particular course program in a particular institution/university.
• Recommendation Letters
  Atleast two or three recommendation letters from two or three lecturers/professors, who taught at the degree level preferably by the head of departments and who taught the main subjects. These letters must be printed on personal or college letterheads and must be signed and sealed (including the envelope).
  
• Bank Statement
  1. Financial/Bank statement indicates the availability of funds (with student or sponsor) in a bank, in a savings bank account only. These funds must be available for the purpose of student's education. A statement given by the bank manager on the bank's letterhead, which clearly indicates the amount of funds available in both native currency and the foreign currency (refers to Canada here) has to be given with the seal of the bank and signature of the manager. For every university the student applies, there should be a copy of an enclosed original bank statement showing adequate funds to cover atleast a year's tuition fees and living expenses. Because the multiple originals cannot be obtained for every university, the first statement can be photocopied and then should be signed and sealed by the bank manager individually.
  2. Some universities may need the financial statements to be filled in the application. If it is indicated as mandatory, it is always better to get that form appropriately filled by the bank. It is important to indicate the availability of funds for the entire duration of the course. For example, for a two-year Masters program, funds must be adequate to cover both the years. If the funds are not available for two years, then it is appropriate to indicate availability for at least one year, covering tuition, living expenses and other fees. Hence, before taking a statement, it is better to calculate the maximum expenditure among the universities applied and by taking the higher amount and arranging for a bank statement, accordingly. This will eliminate the need to take fresh statement every time that a student applies for a university with higher fee structure
  
• Affidavit of Support
  On Rs.100 Non Judicial Stamp Paper. An original AOS (notarized) has to be sent to each university. Letter of undertaking or Affidavit of Support (AOS) is to be given by the sponsor of student who finances the education. This has to be given on Rs.100/- (if in India) Non-Judicial Stamp Paper, in a prescribed format.
  Sometimes the universities may request the undertaking to be given on the student's application itself. This AOS has to be signed by the sponsor, properly witnessed and attested by Notary public. An original AOS should be enclosed for every university that is applied. Because the multiple AOS cannot be obtained for every university, the first statement can be photocopied and then should be signed by the sponsor and notarized individually.
  
• Application fee
  In US $ (or that country's currency) as required by university.
  
• Scorecard
  GRE, GMAT, TOEFL, IELTS scorecards must be enclosed.
  
• Covering Letter
  A covering letter must be enclosed which indicates the score of TOEFL and GRE/GMAT, but if the tests are not taken the student must make an arrangement to send the scores reporting by ETS to the chosen universities and informing them.
  

Formats cannot be generalized for all the students and need to be personalized as per individual requirements. Also, if there are any issues concerning the application, like backlogs, failures or gaps between various levels of education etc., it is advisable to use a covering letter to provide an explanation about such issues? This will offset any problem that may encounter. Once all the documents are ready, it can be couriered them to the universities well before the suggested deadlines, since processing of applications is done on a rolling basis - i.e., first-come-first-serve. Applying early would certainly improve the admission chances than applying nearer the deadlines.

Money Matters

'Expenditure' is an area which most students would like to have detailed information first, before they plan their education abroad. In fact, awareness about the costs involved is 'very crucial' before one ventures into this expenditure-involved process.

Here are the details of Specific costs involved in Study Abroad Process

1. Application costs
Your study abroad plans start with the application process. If you want to apply for 4-6 universities/colleges, you have to consider Application Fees, Courier Charges, Cost of Documentation and Miscellaneous Expenditure like Stationary etc.
Very few universities facilitate applications without fee, but most have an application processing fee, which is mandatory for international students. For Canada, the average application fees may be between $25- $95 CAD which is around the same costs as US universities.

2. English Tests
Students have to write GRE and TOEFL as a prerequisite for admissions in universities. Each student has to pay Coaching Fees and Examination Fees as prescribed by the respective Testing Agencies. The total expenditure for tests will be in the range of 15,000-25,000 (approximately).

3. Scores reporting costs
Scores of TOEFL and GRE / GMAT / SAT are to be directly reported for the application process. Following are the present charges for score reporting (in addition to what ETS / College Board allows FREE, at the time of registration)

TOEFL - $17	GRE - $15
GMAT - $28	SAT - $ 9
IELTS - Local center will determine the cost of additional score reporting

Students can save $40-$90, if they can report the scores to the respective universities at the time of Exam itself.

4. Tuition and fees
Interestingly, Bachelor's degree is costlier than Master's degree because of the more number of credits involved at Grad level. Please note that all the costs indicated are approximate and vary upon the universities and programs. These costs will hike from one year to another. However, the average increase is around 5-10% per annum.

5. Cost of living expenditure
Most people from UK and Europe find the cost of living in Canada is significantly lower than their home country.
Canadian housing is particularly cheap compared with other developed nations - the average house price in Canada is around seven times the average annual wage.
Compared with many other western countries, although not the USA:

• Food is cheaper in Canada
• Dining out and most forms of recreation are cheaper in Canada.
• Petrol / Gasoline and cars are cheaper in Canada.
• Power is cheaper, but you use more power to heat your house in a typical Canadian winter.
• Car insurance is very expensive in Canada.

A survey revealed that Toronto has the highest cost of living in Canada, followed by Vancouver, Calgary, Montreal, and Ottawa. The survey also found that Canadian cities have lower living costs than many other locations in the developed world.
More detailed figures from the survey showed that

• The cost of living in Toronto is 30 percent lower than in London, UK.
• The cost of living in Vancouver is 12 percent lower than in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
• The cost of living in Canada's capital, Ottawa, is 5 percent lower than in Glasgow, UK.

The cost of living is relatively low and the survey resulted as; Toronto is in 54th place.

6. Insurance
Student travel insurance for international students studying in Canada helps protect students from unexpected costs due to accidents, health and medical emergencies while studying in Canada. Doctor bills are expensive and emergency medical and hospital care can cost thousands of dollars a day. In the event of a serious accident or a health or medical emergency, student travel insurance for international students also pays for the cost of returning you home, which can be very costly. International travel health insurance for students studying in Canada can cost as little as $4.00 per day.
International travel insurance for students studying in Canada can be purchased by any international students studying in Canada who are:

• Not insured or eligible for benefits under a Canadian Government Health Insurance Plan.
• Are currently in good health.
• Are enrolled in at least 60% of the required courses for a specific program at a Canadian school, college, university or accredited educational institution.

7. Books and supplies
This could be anywhere between US $ 400-1200 per year, depending upon field of study and the courses chosen

8. Other costs
Visa application fee, air fare and settlement expenses like deposit on room/flat, basic necessities etc. are also to be considered, while calculating the expenditure involved for studying abroad. Air fare may range between Rs 50,000 to 75,000 depending upon the country, season and airline.

9. Educational Costs
The cost of studying in the Canada is determined by the tuition fees of the course and institution/university. It can be varied from university to university but on an average the cost of universities fees may look as the chart shown below:

	TUITION FEES	LIVING EXPENSE
Under Graduation	10000-12000 CAD	8000-10000 CAD/Year
Post Graduation	10000-15000 CAD	8000-10000 CAD/Year

Also below table shows the average fees for graduation and post-graduation course with living expenses.
A minimum expenditure is ideal towards preliminary expenditure - including coaching costs for GRE/TOEFL, etc. and an additional Rs 3-5 lakhs towards tuition and fees for one semester and living expenses for two-three initial months.
In case if bank loan or any other educational loans are available, you may not need to carry much money physically, since most payments would be taken care by the loan-granting institution. Some private education loans even pay for your living expenditure when you study abroad.

10. Student Part-time Jobs:
According to Canada Visa regulations, if students have a valid study permit, they may be able to work on the campus of the institution they attend without a work permit. The students may be allowed to work for the institution itself or for a private business located on the campus.
To do this, there must be a valid full-time student visa at a public university, a community college, acollège d'enseignement général et professionnel (CEGEP), publicly funded trade or technical school or a private institution authorized to confer degrees.

• Working off-campus during course:
  To work off campus, a student must have a work permit. Through the off-campus Work Permit Program, a student can work part-time during regular academic sessions (20 hours per week) and full-time during holidays/vacations. They are eligible to work in any occupation, and can change employment whenever they want.
  To qualify for the program, you must have a valid study permit and be a full-time student at a recognized post-secondary educational institution. Recognized institutions generally include a public, post-secondary college or university, a CEGEP in Quebec and degree-granting programs offered by private institutions.

Who needs a study permit?
Not everyone needs a Study Permit to study in Canada. Find out if you need a Study Permit or a Temporary Resident Visa.

What is a student authorization?
A student authorization is a form issued by an immigration officer. It allows you, after your admittance, to remain in Canada to take an academic, professional or vocational training course at an approved university, college or other institution.

Who needs a student authorization?
If you are not a Canadian citizen, a permanent resident of Canada or a dependant of a diplomat accredited to Canada, you must obtain a student authorization.

Where do I apply?
You apply to the nearest Canadian visa office. You must obtain permission to study in Canada before leaving for Canada. However, the following persons may apply from within Canada:

• Dependants of athletes, media representatives, members of the Clergy, or military personnel on assignment in Canada
• Dependants of officials of foreign governments working in Canada with a federal or provincial agency under an exchange agreement
• Dependants of a person who has a valid student or employment authorization and
• A person who is a holder of a Minister's permit and his or her dependants
  In addition, the following persons may apply at a Canadian port of entry.
  
• Citizens and permanent residents of the United States, St. Pierre and Miquelon, or Greenland.

What is the cost of a visa?
If a student visa and/or authorization is required, the cost is $125 CAD

How long is the visa valid for?
Student visas and authorization are valid for the duration of the program of study

What are the basic requirements for student authorization?
You must satisfy the visa officer that you meet the requirements of the Canadian Immigration Act and Regulations and that you will be in Canada for a temporary stay. You must also:

• Satisfy a visa officer that you will be able to return to your country or be admitted to another country after your studies
• Have been unconditionally accepted by an approved educational institution
• Have enough money during your stay in Canada to pay for
  1. Tuition fees
  2. Living expenses for yourself and accompanying dependants and
  3. Return transportation for yourself and accompanying dependants
  
• Be law abiding and have no record of criminal activity (you may be asked to provide a Police Clearance Certificate)
• Not be a risk to the security of Canada
• Produce any additional documents requested by the visa officer to establish your admissibility
• Complete a medical examination, if required and
• Pay the fee

APPLICATION PROCESS
This section explains how an application is made, how long it will usually take and how it will be processed by the visa office.

When should I apply?
The time required to process an application to study in Canada may vary at different visa offices. You should apply as early as possible, and allow at least six months to plan and prepare for your move. Note: Canadian universities suggest you apply for admission at least one year in advance of your planned arrival.

What documents are required?
You are required to provide the following documents for yourself and any accompanying dependants:
1. Proof of unconditional acceptance

• For attendance at a university, college or technical institution, a letter from the educational institution to show:
  1. The name of the institution
  2. Confirmation of your acceptance and/or registration as a student
  3. The course of study
  4. The duration of the academic program and
  5. The latest date you may register
  
• For attendance at a primary or secondary school, a letter from the school board having jurisdiction for the school you are attending (or for private schools, a letter from the school itself), indicating:
  1. The name of the school
  2. The level of study and
  3. The duration of the course
  

2. Proof of identity

• A valid passport or travel document or identity document that guarantees re-entry to the country that issued it (citizens and permanent residents of the United States, St. Pierre and Miquelon, and Greenland do not require a passport but do require proof of status such as a national identity card or an alien registration card); and
• Two recent passport size photos for each family member (the name and date of birth of the person should be written on the back of each photo).

3. Proof of financial support

• Evidence that you can support yourself and accompanying dependants while you study in Canada. Such evidence may include:
• Proof of a Canadian bank account in your name if money has been transferred to Canada
• Your bank statements for the past four months;
• A bank draft in convertible currency
• Proof of payment of tuition and residence fees
• For those with a scholarship or those with a Canadian funded educational program: proof of funding paid from within Canada
• If foreign exchange control measures exist in your country, you must provide proof that you will be permitted by the exchange control authorities of your country to export funds for all of your expenses; and
• If additional documents are required, a visa officer will inform you.

Note: Children under 16 years of age who are traveling alone must have information (name, address, phone number) about the person or school that will be responsible for them. If the child is the subject of a custody order, proof of custody and the other parent's consent must also be provided. Minors traveling without their parents require a letter of permission from the non-accompanying parent(s).

Will I need to attend an interview?
After reviewing your application, a visa officer will decide if an interview is necessary. If so, the visa officer will inform you of the time and place.

Will I or my accompanying dependants need a medical examination?
In some cases you will require a medical examination. A visa officer will decide on this and send instructions if a medical are required. It may add over three months to the processing of your application.

Can I work in Canada?
You may be able to work while you are studying in Canada only in special situations. It can be difficult to find a job in Canada. You should come to Canada with enough money to live and pay your bills while you are studying.

Do not work without authorization, if you do, you may be asked to leave Canada

How do I obtain an extension of my student authorization?
Phone your nearest Canada Immigration Centre in Canada at least two months before the expiry of your student authorization, to obtain an application in the mail.

Embassy contact information: Please contact the nearest Canadian embassy for information on what documentation you may require to enter Canada.

More than 130,000 students attend universities in Canada every year. In addition to this, there are more in number who attend and learn English and French.
Studying in Canada is a great experience and challenge. This section will us a brief information for students/parents on what to consider before applying for a study permit, how to apply, work opportunities for international students and find other relevant important information..
Students who want to study in Canada need to apply for a student authorization and obtain the written approval of a visa officer. To apply for an authorization the student must have:

• A valid Passport
• A letter of acceptance from an educational institution/university
• Enough money to support themselves
• Completed application form and
• Pay the fees

What documents will be required?

Visa applications for language courses must be accompanied by the following documents:

• Application forms(2 copies)
• Two recent passport photographs
• Your passport with a validity exceeding three months after your scheduled return Photocopy of passport and previous Schengen visas, if applicable Confirmation of course reservation and payment of fees by the language school in Germany
• Proof of sufficient funding / Formal obligation
• Certification of medical insurance

For the student applicant visa you will need the following basic documents:

• A valid passport and 2 passport photographs
• Proof of possession of a school leaving certificate, i.e. A-level certificate, entitling you to study in both Singapore and Germany (or to visit a preparatory course in Germany)
• Proof of previous studies
• Proof that you already possess German-language skills or that you plan to attend an intensive language course (at least 20 hours per week) in Germany
• Proof of sufficient funds to finance your period of study

You may either

a) finance yourself or

b) nominate one or more persons who will assume the full costs.

You must supply evidence that sufficient funds per months or a sum covering at least one year's study are available (e.g. own funds) equal to the highest German student loan level (BafG).

Adequate financial means implies that the applicant is in the position to secure his/her living expenses for the period of studies in Germany. This means that the applicant has to prove (at the time of application for a student visa) that he/she has a monthly allowance of 580 Euro, for the first twelve months of the studies, at his/her disposal. The following proofs of sufficient financial means are accepted:

(1) If you are financed by a sponsor in your home country, that person must declare his/her willingness to cover all your costs during the standard period of study (proof of a minimum monthly income of ?4,000 (by means of local documents such as tax receipts, bank statements, certificates of employment, pay slips, Commercial Register excerpts).

(2) If you are financed by a sponsor in Germany, that person must submit a binding declaration that he/she is willing to cover all your costs during the standard period of study.

(3) If you receive a scholarship you must produce a letter of confirmation to this effect.

In all cases it must be certain that you will have a monthly sum available to you directly in Germany.

2) For the student visa you will in principle need all documents listed under

1) above, except that -

instead of the school leaving certificate, i.e. A-level certificate, you must enclose the certificate of admission to higher education or a confirmation of application.

N.B.: You may normally only send for your family later to live with you in Germany in exceptional cases, e.g. if you are scholarship holder or on a postgraduate course. In these cases you must be able at least to support yourself and your family, have sufficient accommodation for your family, and already be registered at a German higher education institution.

Please take your time and do not hesitate to contact the Cultural and Consular Sections of your local Embassy for further detailed advice on any questions you may have regarding your planned studies in Germany.

3) For the visa for participation in a language course you will basically need the following documents:

• A valid passport and 2 passport photographs
• Proof that you have registered for a language course (e.g. certificate of registration, receipt of course fees)
• Proof that you will be covered by health insurance for the duration of your stay in Germany
• Proof that you are able to finance your stay and the course (using your own funds or via third parties).

Time required to issue visa:
1 day to 3+ weeks; contact nearest Consulate for more information It is strongly recommended to enquire at least 12 weeks in advance at a German consulate about possible visa requirements

What is the cost of a visa?
The cost of a visa or a residency permit is approx. ?100. however, please do check the official site for exact information.

How long is the visa valid for?
The visa is valid for the length of the study period

Other information:
You may be issued with one of three types of visa:

1) student applicant visa (if you do not yet have a certificate of admission to higher education or of confirmation of application).

2) student visa (if you have a certificate of admission to higher education or of confirmation of application).

3) visa for participation in a language course (if you only wish to attend a language course in Germany).

1. During the language course you are normally not allowed to take up employment.

2. If you intend to study in Germany after your course ends, please state this fact in your application, so that you can be issued with a student applicant visa or student visa, provided you fulfil the conditions for issue. These visas entitle the holder to attend language courses and to study in Germany (see above!). If you only apply for the language course visa, you will have to leave Germany at the end of the course. It is not possible to exchange this visa for another form of residence permit in Germany.

3. Examination of your application will normally require approximately 6 - 8 weeks. If the language course is longer than three months, processing of your application will require about 8 - 10 weeks. Therefore please send your application to the Consular Section in good time, i.e. at least eight weeks before you plan to travel!

Should you intend to travel to Germany with your family, please contact the Cultural or Consular Section of your local Embassy.

There is no legal right to a visa, even if all documents are submitted. The ultimate decision rests with the Legal and Consular Sections of the Embassy. You may be asked to supply further documentation.

'Expenditure' is an area which most students would like to have detailed information first, before they plan their education abroad. In fact, awareness about the costs involved is 'very crucial' before one ventures into this expenditure-involved process.

Here are the details of Specific costs involved in Study Abroad Process

1. Application costs
Your study abroad plans start with the application process. If you want to apply for 4-6 universities/colleges, you have to consider Application Fees, Courier Charges, Cost of Documentation and Miscellaneous Expenditure like Stationary etc.

• USA : The average application fee is between $25-95 per US University. Very few colleges facilitate applications without fee, but most have an application processing fee, which is mandatory for international students.
• Like US, most Canadian universities do charge an application fee, which is around the same costs as US universities.
• For UK, France and Switzerland, there is no application fee for post-graduate applicants.
• Some Australian and New Zealand universities charge an application fee, however there are some universities/colleges offering free application.

Altogether, the average cost of applying to 4-5 universities may come to Rs 25,000 for USA and Canada and around Rs 10,000 for UK, Australia, New Zealand, Switzerland and France.

2. English Tests
Students have to write TOEFL/GRE/GMAT/SAT/IELTS as a prerequisite for admissions. Each student has to pay Coaching Fees and Examination Fees as prescribed by the respective Testing Agencies. The total expenditure for tests will be in the range of 8,000-15,000.

3. Scores reporting costs
Scores of TOEFL and GRE / GMAT / SAT are to be directly reported for the application process. Following are the present charges for score reporting (in addition to what ETS / College Board allows FREE, at the time of registration)

TOEFL - $17	GRE - $15
GMAT - $28	SAT - $ 9
IELTS - Local center will determine the cost of additional score reporting

Students can save $40-$90, if they can report the scores to the respective universities at the time of Exam itself.

4. Tuition and fees
Interestingly, Bachelor's degree is costlier than Master's degree because of the more number of credits involved at Grad level. Please note that all the costs indicated are approximate and vary upon the universities and programs. These costs will hike from one year to another. However, the average increase is around 5-10% per annum.

5. Cost of living expenditure
Cost of food alone will come approximately to $ 300 per month in US/Canada and other countries. If you include other incidental expenditure like rent, entertainment and other expenses, the average could be around $ 800-1000 per month, for a single student.

6. Insurance
Insurance is mandatory for all international students, who plan to study abroad. Depending upon the company and policy taken, the cost of insurance for a student could be around Rs 15,000 - 20,000 per year, in any of the countries being discussed.

7. Books and supplies
This could be anywhere between US $ 400-1200 per year, depending upon field of study and the courses chosen.

8. Other costs
Visa application fee, air fare and settlement expenses like deposit on room/flat, basic necessities etc. are also to be factored in, while calculating the expenditure involved for studying abroad.

Presently, the Visa application fee is around Rs 4,400 for USA, Rs 5,100 for UK

Air fare could be between Rs 15,000 to 45,000 depending upon the country, season and airline.

VISA - GERMANY

A visa is absolutely necessary under the immigration laws for Germany. Students can't enter the country with a tourist Visa for the purpose of studying. Those wishing to enter the country to study may apply for a visa for purposes of study, or for a study applicant visa.

The visa must be issued before you can enter the country; you should therefore apply for it much ahead. The responsible body is the German Embassy or Consulate General in your country, which can also provide you with further information.

The visa for purposes of study will be issued if you have already been accepted to study in Germany. The study applicant visa (Studienbewerber-Visum) permits you to enter the country before the admission decision by the university or college, in order to obtain information on the spot. The university applicant visa is particularly important for applicants to the Hochschule for Musik and Theater (College of Music and Drama), so that you can enter the country for the entrance examination. And this type of visa may also be useful to applicants who wish to improve their language skills in Germany before starting their studies. The study applicant visa is limited to three months, but it can be converted to a visa for study purposes if you receive your admission from the university or college during this period.

For both types of visas it is necessary to hold a valid passport, to provide proof of financial means for your period of study in Germany, and to have either university admission (visa for purposes of study) or at least a confirmation of your status as an applicant (study applicant visa).

Those who intend to study and enter the country on a study applicant visa should also note that they must provide evidence of a university or college place in Germany within the prescribed period of three months, in order to obtain a residence permit for study purposes.

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The following documents must be enclosed with the application form:

• A written offer of a place, accepting the student to study in an educational institution
• A receipt for payment of course fees (The students are not required to produce the receipt before their application has been approved) or A New Zealand Government Scholarship.
• A complete and signed 'Application for Student Visa' form, with a passport size photograph. The students will be required to pay a non-refundable student visa application fee.
• A guarantee of accommodation – a written assurance from an educational institution or other person that suitable residential accommodation is available for the student in New Zealand.
• The student's passport or certificate of identity, which must be valid for the period of time for the student to apply for education.
• Evidence of funds availability for the maintenance throughout the stay. One of the four is accepted as evidence.
• Evidence that the student meet the English Language requirements (IELTS test scores etc).
• A completed 'Sponsoring a Student' form, in which the sponsor gives a financial undertaking that he or she can transfer to New Zealand $ 700 NZD, a year. This amount is considered minimum for a year's living expenses.
• A letter from the educational institution confirming that the student's living expenses have already been paid as part of the fees.
• A bank document showing that funds of the required amount will be available to the student in New Zealand ($1000 for each month for a student of their stay for a short term study, $ 7000 a year for long term study).
• An award of a full New Zealand scholarship
• Completed New Zealand Immigration Service medical and chest X-ray certificates
• Character clearances, which must be two original character references (if under 17 years of age), or a local police clearance (if 17and over). The students will be advised of the procedure for obtaining these by the New Zealand government office.

EVIDENCE OF FUNDS TO SUPPORT THEMSELVES

To gain a Student Visa or a Permit, the applicant students should be able to meet their living costs during their stay in New Zealand.

Evidence may include:

• Sufficient funds held in New Zealand by students or on their behalf or
• An undertaking by another person to cover their accommodation and living costs. This will be seen before the student leave for New Zealand or
• An undertaking by a New Zealand sponsor to cover the student's accommodation and living costs or
• Financial assistance available to the student under aid programs operated in New Zealand by a government agency.

If the student takes a course lasting less than 9 months then they will need to show that they have access to:

• $1000 NZD for every month stay or
• $400 NZD for every month, if the accommodation is already paid for the student. They will need to show that they have paid or
• A letter from the institution that the student's accommodation and other living expenses are included in the package and they have already paid.

If the student takes a course that is longer than nine months then they will need to show that they have access to:

• $10,000 NZD per year to cover their costs during their stay in New Zealand or
• If the student is a citizen of Samoa or Tonga, a written guarantee from a relative who is a New Zealand citizen or resident that they will cover the student's living costs.

Evidence of funds can be:

• Cash
• Travellers Cheques
• Bank Drafts
• A recognized credit card with sufficient available credit.

HEALTH REQUIREMENT
When a student applies for a Visa or a permit then it should be assured that the students and any family members accompanying them are healthy. This is a primary requirement just to safeguard the well being of New Zealanders and to avoid placing a burden on the country's health and social services. They also want to ensure that people entering New Zealand are fit for the purpose they have come here.

Generally, the New Zealand Immigration Service will decline the student's application for a Visa or a permit if:

• There is any likelihood and they'll need dialysis treatment
• They have active Tuberculosis (TB) – if they are on anti-TB
• Treatment there may be a delay on making a decision about their visa or
• Permit until the student had six months of treatment
• The student have required hospital or residential care for a mental disorder or intellectual disability for more than 90 days in the last two years
• A student has a physical incapacity that requires full time care

TUITION FEES IN NEW ZEALAND

Type of tuition fees ($NZD)

• English Language Courses approximately ranges between $320 NZD - $400 NZD per week
• Secondary School normal tuition fees are approximately from $8,000 NZD - $10,500 NZD per year for most schools but some private schools are much more expensive.
• Polytechnic Courses these ranges from $10,000 NZD - $15,000 NZD per year depending on the course or degree
• University Degrees are approximately from $10,500 NZD - $16,000 NZD per year for most under-graduate degrees
• Post-graduate Degrees approximately ranges from $15,000 NZD per year and MBA degrees are even expensive and may range approximately $22,000 NZD.

*Note: These fees structures may vary from time to time and there may be a slight increase in the fees every year. The fees structure may also vary depending upon the course and the institutions chosen by the student/applicant.

COST OF LIVING FUNDS
The total cost depends on the expenses of the students. However, a student should be able to live in New Zealand for a total cost of living between $8,000 NZD - $10,000 NZD a year including accommodation, transport, food, clothing, bills and entertainment.

GST TAX
GST stands for Goods & Services Tax. All the goods and services in New Zealand including tuition fees have GST Tax of 12.5% included in the cost. There are some items that do not have GST and these include bank fees and residential rental payments.

AGE LIMIT TO STUDY IN NEW ZEALAND
There is no age limit to study in New Zealand however the New Zealand Immigration Service needs to be satisfied that the applicant is a genuine student when they process the student visa application.

EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS IN NEW ZEALAND
New Zealand have 8 Universities, 25 Polytechnic and/or Institutes of Technology and approximately at about 440 secondary schools.

WORKING IN NEW ZEALAND
The students who are able to work under their visa will probably work in jobs like tutors at their institutions or working in restaurants or other service industries. The normal hourly wage rate will be approximately from $8.00 NZD - $15.00 NZD per hour and the tax will be deducted from the wages before the payment is received. On these amounts the tax will normally work out at about 20 cents per one NZD and it can be claimed as a full tax refund at the end of the financial year in April.

ACCOMODATION ARRANGEMENTS
A written guarantee of accommodation is required before a student visa can be granted. Some institutions may be able to arrange residential accommodation for students who are not staying with their relatives or friends. However, the students may wish to arrange the accommodation by themselves. The student should indicate whether they want or do not want any assistance in finding accommodation when they apply to the institution.

APPLYING FOR VISA

STUDENT VISA OR PERMIT
As per the details available on the official sites, most people can be considered for a visa or permit to study in New Zealand, provided they meet all the requirements. But, to protect the interests of New Zealanders (Kiwis) they don't issue visa to people involved in certain activities.

PROCESS TO GET A STUDENT VISA OR PERMIT
They have a clear application process for students to follow. The applicant students have to show them that they have paid the student fees. There will also be a Student Visa or Permit fees i.e., Visa fees.

STEPS TO COMPLETE THE APPLICATION FORM

STEP – I: Print and complete the Application Form to Study in New Zealand (INZ 1012). There is a guide for Study in New Zealand (INZ 1013), which will assist the applicant students when applying. If the form and guide cannot be printed they are available at the nearest New Zealand Immigration offices.

STEP – II: Make sure that everything that is required is submitted, including the fees details along with the completed (and signed) application form. The applicant students will also need to provide all the information listed at the front of the application form and the exact amount of fees. If the required information is not provided or submitted then the application cannot be accepted for further processing.

STEP – III: Make sure that the students meet their health and character requirements. They also have to provide how long they will be staying in New Zealand.

STEP – IV: Studying in New Zealand for about six months to two years? Then the applicants also need to provide a completed Temporary Entry X-ray Certificate (INZ 1096) to show that they have been screened and tested for tuberculosis (TB). If studying is more than two years then the applicants need to complete a medical examination and a medical and an X-ray certificate.

DOCUMENTS:
1. Required by all entering New Zealand
2. Sufficient money for self-support
3. A Passport valid for three months beyond the scheduled date of departure from New Zealand
4. Completed application form
5. A recent passport-size photograph
6. Evidence of financial support or sponsorship

Student Visa: Confirmation of placement at an approved educational institution.

Time for issuing Visa: Visitor Visas – 3 weeks; Student Visas – Generally it takes from 4 – 8 weeks. But it depends on the New Zealand embassy where the applicant student is applying from.

Validity: The maximum period of time most visitors can remain in New Zealand is 9 months within a 18 month period.

Visitors not requiring visas are initially allowed a stay for up to 3 months, after which they can apply in New Zealand for an extension of up to 9 months.

New Zealand has a reputation for being a welcoming and safe destination. New Zealanders are renowned for their hospitality, friendliness and amicability. Students from throughout the world will find a high level of respect for their individual cultural differences throughout New Zealand.

IMPORTANT DOCUMENTS CHECKLIST

• Additional information sheet
• Application form
• Letter of offer from the institution (original and photocopy), stating the course, fee structure and the duration
• Valid Passport
• Four passport sized photographs
• A Statement Of Purpose (SOP)
• Other forms – Supplementary Questionnaire, details of relatives
• Guardianship form (if applicable)
• Academic Documents (original and photocopy)
• IELTS test result
• Work Experience documents (original and photocopy)
• Financial documents (original and photocopy)

'Expenditure' is an area which most students would like to have detailed information first, before they plan their education abroad. In fact, awareness about the costs involved is 'very crucial' before one ventures into this expenditure-involved process.

Here are the details of Specific costs involved in Study Abroad Process

1. Application costs
Your study abroad plans start with the application process. If you want to apply for 4-6 universities/colleges, you have to consider Application Fees, Courier Charges, Cost of Documentation and Miscellaneous Expenditure like Stationary etc.

Very few universities facilitate applications without fee, but most have an application processing fee, which is mandatory for international students. For Australia, there is a charge for application fee, however there are some colleges/universities offering free application.

2. English Tests
Students have to write IELTS as a prerequisite but some universities might consider TOEFL for admissions. Each student has to pay Coaching Fees and Examination Fees as prescribed by the respective Testing Agencies. The total expenditure for tests will be in the range of Rs 8,000/- to Rs 15,000/- (approximately).

3. Scores reporting costs
IELTS - Local center will determine the cost of additional score reporting

4. Tuition and fees
Interestingly, Bachelor's degree is costlier than Master's degree because of the more number of credits involved at Grad level. Please note that all the costs indicated are approximate and vary upon the universities and programs. These costs will hike from one year to another. However, the average increase is around 5-10% per annum.

5. Cost of living expenditure
Cost of food can be approximately $300 AUD - $500 AUD. If you include any other incidental expenditure like rent, entertainment and other expenses, the average could range approximately around $800 AUD - $1000 AUD per month for a single student.

6. Insurance
Insurance is mandatory for all international students, who plan to study abroad. Depending upon the company and policy taken, the cost of insurance for a student may vary and potentially it could be ranging approximately around Rs 15,000 - 20,000 per year in Australia.

7. Books and supplies
This could be anywhere approximately between $400 AUD - $1200 AUD per year, depending upon field of study and the courses chosen

8. Other costs
Visa application fee, air fare and settlement expenses like deposit on room/flat, basic necessities etc. are also to be considered, while calculating the expenditure involved for studying abroad. Air fare could be approximately between Rs 25,000/- to Rs 75,000/- depending upon the country, season and airline.

9. Educational Costs
The cost of studying in Australia is determined by the tuition fees of the course and institution/university. Typically, the guide below shows approximately an average fee for Australian courses.

	TUITION FEES	LIVING EXPENSE
Under Graduation	15000-16000 AUD	12000 AUD/Year
Post Graduation	17000-18000 AUD	12000 AUD/Year

COURSE-WISE STUDY COSTS

• Secondary education
  6000 AUD - 13000 AUD per year
  
• Vocational education and training (VET)
  5500 AUD - 18000 AUD per year
  
• Technical and further education (TAFE)
  5500 AUD - 18000 AUD per year
  
• Foundation studies
  9000 AUD - 14000 AUD per year
  
• Higher education
  10000 AUD - 13500 AUD per year
  
• Study abroad programs
  6000 AUD per semester
  
• MBA
  18000 AUD - 48000 AUD for international students
  

To sum up, a minimum expenditure is ideal towards preliminary expenditure - including coaching costs for TOEFL, GRE etc. and an additional Rs 2-4 lakhs towards tuition and fees for one semester and living expenses for two-three initial months.

In case if bank loan or any other educational loans are available, you may not need to carry much money physically, since most payments would be taken care by the loan-granting institution. Some private education loans even pay for your living expenditure when you study abroad.

*All the fees and expenses discussed above are approximate as they may vary. It is always recommended to discuss tuition costs with the institution's academic advisor and prospective study abroad university and for further information.

10. Educational Loans
A comprehensive educational loan scheme was framed with the consultation of Government of India with Reserve Bank of India and the Indian Bankers Association. This scheme can avail a loan of up to 7.5 lakhs in India and up to 15 lakhs for abroad studies. These figures are not stable in nature for banks. These days State Bank of India is availing an upper limit of 20 lakhs. Indian Bank has upgraded its maximum limit to 15 lakhs for education in India and up to 25 lakhs for abroad studies. All the details given below will change time to time and students are advised to get right information from the concerned banks.

As a visa applicant, the student must fulfill the following requirements:

• An offer of Acceptance – Before a student can apply for a student visa, a valid offer letter from a CRICOS (Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students) registered Australian institution is required.


• English Proficiency – An IELTS score is mandatory requirement and evidence of this must be included at the time of application for the student visa. The TOEFL exam is not accepted.


• Financial Capacity – Student visas are granted when the students prove that they have adequate funds to support themselves in Australia, pay for their tuition fees and support the dependant family members included in the visa.


• Work Permit Rules – As a student in Australia, you will only have a limited working permit on the visa. Therefore adequate funding to pay for living expenses and tuition fees are important and the documents must be evidenced/submitted to gain the visa. If a student takes time off from study to work, they will fall below full-time study levels, exceed their work allowance on the visa, or may fail academically. Any of these things can lead to visa cancellation.


• Bonafides – The student needs to submit their past academic records and certificates for verification as well as a statement of purpose (SOP) for undertaking the desired course.


• Health Insurance – The Australian National Health System is not available to overseas students, they must have the Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) while in Australia.


• Non-Immigrant Intent – The students must leave Australia before their visa expires.


• Good Character – Other requirements are that the student must be genuine, have good health, and have good character without any criminal record.

STUDENT VISA REQUIREMENTS
In order to get a student visa, the student must satisfy the norms of the visa requirements and the list of student visa rules and regulations will specifically apply to that student. It is important to comply with that visa conditions for a student to avoid visa cancellation.

FEES AND CHARGES
A visa application charge for a student is around $565 AUD. A normal non-refundable application charge applies to most visa applications, with the exception of secondary exchange students and the students sponsored under Commonwealth approved programs.

In addition, there may be other expenses associated with the visa application, such as costs for medical examinations, police checks and the translation of documents into English (if required or applicable).

Here is the extracted information on visa and it is bound to timely changes. For more detailed, accurate and up to date information on student visas and visa requirements please check the official website of Department of Immigration and Multicultural and Indigenous Affairs (DIMIA) at (http://www.immi.gov.au/)

FEW THINGS ABOUT AUSTRALIA

• Citizen(s): Australian(s)


• Capital: Canberra


• Major Cities: Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and Canberra are considered to be major cities not only in Australia but also in the world.


• Independence: The British Colonies of Australia were federated and the Commonwealth of Australia is established on January 1, 1901.


• Public Holidays: New Year's Day (1st January); Australia Day (26th January); Good Friday, Easter Saturday, Sunday and Monday (varies depends on the dates in March or April); ANZAC – Australian and New Zealand Army Corps Day (25th April); Queen's Birthday (13th June); Christmas Day (25th December); and Boxing Day (26th December).


• Principal Rivers: Australia is the world's driest inhabited continent (Antarctica is drier) and many of its rivers have high variable flows. Australia has one of the longest rivers like the Murray and other major rivers like the Murrumbidgee, the Darling (a tributary of the Murray River) and the Lachlan. The Murray-Darling River Basin covers more than one million square kilometers or around 14 percent of Australia.


• Climate: The climate in Australia is subtropical arid. The North has hot, humid and rainy summers and dry/warm winters. In the South, summers are dry and sunny, winters are mild and rainy. Except on the Eastern Coast, the rainfall is generally low. Average annual rainfall ranges from 325.6 millimeters in Alice Springs to 1,847.1 millimeters in Darwin. The average daily maximum temperature ranges from 17.2º C in Hobart to 32.1º C in Darwin. The average daily minimum temperature ranges from 6.7º C in Canberra to 23.4º C in Darwin.


• Natural Resources: Australia has significant deposits of coal, natural gas, petroleum and various minerals like bauxite, copper, diamonds, gold, iron ore, lead, nickel, silver, tungsten, uranium and zinc.

Australia has a peaceful and relaxed atmosphere with a cosmopolitan charisma of cities like Sydney and Melbourne. This is an ideal destination for the students who want to study.

Australia provides strong educational infrastructure, a high quality of life, relatively less expensive and easy visa chances. Australian education has heavy competition and is gaining the increased acceptance in this global arena. In the past few years, approximately more than 1.4 million students from different countries have studied in this country. Also, there are many Indian students who already studied and are studying mainly the post-graduate courses. Students from all over the world study in Australia to take the advantage of its world class higher education, its progressive vocational education and training and world class leadership in English language courses for international students. The students not only enjoy the quality of education but also the specialized support services, safe and welcoming society.

The international standardization of Australian education and training has been growing rapidly. The linkages between the Australian schools, colleges and universities with the students and the staff have blossomed in the recent years. The Australian Department of Education, Science and Training is represented in India at the Australian High Commission in New Delhi.

The Australian method of study is quite different with the educational system that is experienced in different countries like India. Therefore it is very important for a student to give a head start and it is always better to keep up to date with the Australian news, current affairs and become familiar with the Australian educational system and its learning culture. The Australian accent is different and hard but practicing and listening will make a student soon understand the local terms and the way of speaking.

In Australia, the students are expected to collect and analyze data individually or sometimes in groups, take an active part in the learning process, conduct research, participate in discussions and debates, prepare the presentations and deliver them before other students and lecturers/professors or tutors. The students have an opportunity to spend a great deal of time in libraries and laboratories conducting their own research. The students are assessed continuously through assignments, examinations and presentations. The students have to adapt this new process of learning and assessment to get their graduation or to complete the courses. Any academic problems can be easily discussed with the respective tutors/professors and can be solved.

What do the initials "SAT" mean?

The Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) is a globally recognized test which helps in taking admission in abroad colleges. Most students take the SAT during their junior or senior year of high school, and almost all colleges and universities use the SAT to make admission decisions. SAT (Scholastic Aptitude Test) tests your skill in quantitative reasoning and verbal ability for admission to colleges in USA.

• Reading: Here candidate’s reading comprehension skills, sentence completion and paragraph reading skills are tested.
• Writing: Here candidate’s knowledge of word choice, usage and grammar is measured.
• Mathematics: Here questions on Algebra, Basic Arithmetic, probability, Data Analysis and Statistics are asked.

The Scholastic Aptitude Test also known as the SAT I is a general test of verbal and quantitative reasoning which is accepted for admissions in U. S. colleges.  The test is conducted for admission into undergraduate programs of US universities. However most of the universities ask you to take SAT-II tests as well. The SAT is administered by the US based "College Entrance Examination Board". Candidates can register for SAT test by any of the following methods:-

• Choose your test date and test center in real time
• Get immediate registration confirmation
• Get 24-hour access to registration for printing or correcting your Admission Ticket

• Want to pay by check or money order (payable to "The College Board")
• Are younger than 13 years old
• Are registering for Sunday testing for the first time due to a religious observance
• Are requesting that we open a test center nearer to your home
• Are testing in Benin, Cameroon, Ghana, Nigeria, Togo or Kenya

• Before test day, pick up a registration form at your school office and fill it out.
• Bring the completed form with a check or money order for all fees, including the standby fee, to the test center on test day no later than 7:45 a.m.
• If you are a Sunday tester, or approved for 50 percent extended time, include a copy of your clergy letter or Eligibility Approval Letter.

• Language Tests with Listening
• School-based testing for students with disabilities requiring special accommodations
• Center-based testing for any accommodations other than 50 percent extended time
• Students testing in Benin, Cameroon, Ghana, Hong Kong, Kenya, Korea, Macau, Nigeria, Thailand, Singapore, Togo or Vietnam
• Test-takers who are 21 years old or older on test day

• Verifying your identity through acquaintances or other means.
• Printing a Student ID Form on school letterhead.
• Following the directions on the form for completing it. The school needs to:
• Affix your photo where indicated.
• Apply the school seal, making sure to overlap the photo.
• Have you sign the ID form in their presence.
• Sign and date the form.

The Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) is a globally recognized college admission test that lets you show colleges what you know and how well you can apply that knowledge. It tests your knowledge of reading, writing and math — subjects that are taught every day in high school classrooms. Most students take the SAT during their junior or senior year of high school, and almost all colleges and universities use the SAT to make admission decisions.

• SAT is a paper based test for securing admissions in universities and colleges based in US.
• Anyone who has completed his/her 12 years of schooling from any recognized Indian board or university can take SAT Reasoning Test or SAT Subject Tests or both.
• There are no criteria of minimum marks for appearing in any SAT.
• The SAT scores are valid for five years, most universities/ colleges accept scores up to five years old, but it is always better if scores are not older than 2 years.
• Countries accepting SAT score include Australia, United Kingdom, Singapore and Canada.

The Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) is a globally recognized college admission test that lets you show colleges what you know and how well you can apply that knowledge. It tests your knowledge of reading, writing and math — subjects that are taught every day in high school classrooms. Most students take the SAT during their junior or senior year of high school, and almost all colleges and universities use the SAT to make admission decisions.

• Fee structure for subject test is Rs 3500
• Fee structure for general test is Rs 4200

• SAT 1- For SAT general test, the total SAT score is 2400. The 3 sections namely Writing, Reading and Mathematics are reported on a scale of 200 to 800. To ensure admission in a reputed college one should secure a SAT score of 500 in each section.
• SAT 2- For SAT subject test, the total score is 2400. Here also the subjects are reported on a scale of 200 to 800.

• Singapore
• Canada
• Australia
• United Kingdom