FAQ: Colleges and Universities
 1. Who are we?
eduaid provides educational counseling service for students who are seeking overseas education. The services include advice and support for application to all education levels. Since 2000 we have offered free advice for students to study abroad.
2. What are the some of the documents required in applying for undergraduate and postgraduate degrees?
- Application Form and fees (if applicable)
- Transcript in English
- All academic certificates and mark sheets in English)
- IELTS score
- GMAT and Work experience are required for some business related programs.
- Two or three letters of recommendation from either your instructor or former employer (if applicable)
- Statement of purpose
- Resume/CV
3. What are the some of the documents required in applying for undergraduate and postgraduate degrees?
It usually takes about 4-6 weeks, but depending on the subjects and degrees applied for, it could be longer or shorter.
4. Do the universities have ranking?
Students should not put too much importance on rankings as a university ranked low overall may have a high ranking in the student's area of interest. eduaid can advice you on this subject
- For Australia there are no academic rankings.
- For England, ranking information is available at British Council, Dhaka.
5. What is the difference between tuition fees and cost of living expenses between countries?
- Tuition fees vary depending upon the duration of the courses and the institution. Information on some undergraduate/postgraduate programs is available in the table below.
- Cost of living varies depending on the city and the duration of stay. Life style is another factor, which may affect the cost of living.
Your eduaid counselor can give you the specific costs for all programs. Current exchange rates may be found at websites such as: http://www.xe.net/ucc/
6. In applying, what English test is required?
Both TOEFL and IELTS are acceptable. However, IELTS is preferred in Australia.
7. Are there any scholarships and where can we find the information?
Usually, universities offer wide range of scholarships for international students. eduaid can assist you in this regard. However, students can find more information from the Australian High Commission.
8. Are there any counseling fees?
Our services are free in most cases. Some nominal fees are applicable for visa processing.
9. What are the benefits in applying through Eduaid?
- By applying direct, students will have to gather information, contact, and follow up on the application and accommodation by themselves. These processes often consume time and cost..
- eduaid will provide you with up to date information on the entire process of your study abroad experience. Eduaid, on your behalf, will co-ordinate with the universities in submitting and following up on the applications and the accommodation. In addition, our staff can assist and advise you on student visa and travel arrangements.
10. Are students allowed to work while studying?
In Australia, international students are allowed to work only if students have a work permit and working hours should not exceed 20 hours per week. To obtain the work permit, student must be enrolled in a course at the university. More information is available in DIMIA (Department of Immigration and Multicultural and Indigenous Affairs) web site, http://www.immi.gov.au/study/working/index.htm
11. What if I do not have the IELTS results or if the result does not meet the university's requirements, can I still apply for a Postgraduate program?
Universities will not unconditionally accept an applicant without IELTS or TOEFL results. However a student may be accepted with the condition that the student must summit the IELTS or TOEFL results with the acceptable score or above before a given date. Students may also be accepted with condition that they are required to attend an intensive or pre-sessional English class before attending academic classes. The duration of the class will depend on the students' level of English.
12. Do I have to take the IELTS / TOEFL test again after I have completed the universities' English courses?
Sometimes but frequently the universities have their own English test at the end of the course. Check with eduaid counselor for more details.
13. How can students contact the eduaid staff while studying abroad?
eduaid always welcomes questions and feedback from students. Our staff can be contacted at
. In addition, once students have arrived at the university, they should contact the university International Student office for further advice either on your study, accommodation, or personal problems.
14. Do university accommodations have private bathrooms?
Commonly, university dormitories do not have private bathroom. If the student finds this uncomfortable, students can rent the private accommodation outside the campus. Your eduaid counselor can provide you with more information of private accommodation.
15. When does the academic year begin?
- For Australia, the academic year begins in February. However, there are some programs starts in July.
- For England, it begins in September. However, there are some programs that start in January.
16. When is the best time to submit the application?
Since most universities have limited space in the university and in some courses, it is important to apply as early as possible. Therefore, students should plan ahead for at least 6 months before the academic year begin. For the most popular courses, you should consider applying as much as 10-12 months in advance.
17. Is health check-up required in applying for visa and before the flight?
- For Australia, medical certificate and chest x-ray is required in applying for your visa. Students must fill in the medical form provided at the Australia embassy.
- For England health check-up is not required. Students should bring along your medical certificate in case it is requested.
18. If I would like to apply for a postgraduate degree but my qualifications do not meet the university requirements, what should I do?
First, you might consider other courses or universities that may accept your qualifications. You may consider taking an entrance exam such as the GRE or GMAT as a good score on these tests will enhance your application. You may also consider postponing your study and gain more work experience.
19. Can I apply for Business/Science Degree but having no degree from the related fields?
Yes, but it would depend on each of the university's terms and conditions or you may need commensurate work experience. Your Eduaid counselor can advise you on specifics.
20. In applying for MBA, is GMAT required by the universities?
GMAT is not a requirement for students applying for MBA to most universities in Australia and England.
21. Comparing between countries will there be any difference in terms of English accent?
English accent or pronunciation varies between cities and countries. You may want to consider taking an English course in the country where you will be studying even if you have achieved the required IELTS or TOEFL score. This will also help your minimize "culture shock".
22. When is the last day to submit the application?
Normally in the UK and Australia there is no specific deadline in submitting your application. The earlier you send the applications, the better chance you have in gaining acceptance.
FAQ: General Information
1. Is there any charge for Eduaid's service?
No, our service for institutions in Australia is free of charge. Some nominal fees are applicable for visa processing.
2. Do you offer any scholarships or discounts?
Some of our universities offer scholarships for their students. For more information please contact our counseling department.
3. What is normally included in application documents?
Application form (can be gotten from Eduaid)
- Personal photograph
- Transcript of your grades (in English)
- English Language Certification (IELTS/TOEFL)
- Recommendation letters (2 or 3) from instructors or supervisor (if applicable)
- Resume/CV
- GMAT for MBA and business related applicants (if applicable)
- Proof of ability to pay all costs for your study aboard
4. What should we do if we want to stay in a university accommodation?
We will contact the university and will see that they arrange university accommodation for you.
5. What is the weather like in AUS and UK?
The weather varies greatly from one part of each country to another. Your counselor can tell you about specific locations.
6. Why do I need to take IELTS or TOEFL? And what is the minimum requirement?
Your IELTS/ TOEFL score will show the university your level of English language speaking and comprehension. The minimum requirements vary depending upon the institution and the course.
7. Will students have Internet access at the university?
Most of the institutions have Internet access for their students.
8. Will they offer airport pick-up?
Some universities offer airport pick-up service while some suggest ways to find means of transportation from the point of entry. Your counselor will help arrange this for you.
9. What documents do we need for visa application?
Generally you will need:
- Passport
- Acceptance from the university
- Financial Statement
- Two photographs
- All certificates and mark sheets
- IELTS score
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