With the term and Easter break right around the corner, the excitement and sigh of relief on a lot of students around the country is very much understandable. For many students, it can be tempting to do little other than relax and let go during the break. While you should, of course ensure you rest after a hard academic term,…
Why study abroad? Let’s face the facts – the idea of studying abroad is as scary as it is exciting. You might be asking yourself, should I study abroad despite all the obstacles? Well, these study abroad facts and myths will put your mind at ease. The journey from first considering a program overseas to actually stepping foot on a…
Gone are those days when the main way to get into an Ivy league university is by getting amazingly high grades. Universities are no longer looking for just amazing grades, but a well-rounded student who can contribute to their institution across multiple domains. As such, extracurricular activities in high school (and even earlier in middle school!) play a critical role…
Are you ever considering studying a specific program? BUT! Selecting a college program can be challenging because it requires you to weigh out some of life’s biggest questions. How much money do I have? How much am I willing to spend on my education? What field do I want to focus on and is it critical that I earn…
After deciding to study abroad, you should check all the available funding options and pick the one that matches your needs and goals. These could range from low tuition colleges, scholarships, grants and many more. Even if you benefit from low tuition fees or don’t have to pay for tuition at all, you need all the financial support you can…
Being a university student means that you are ‘officially’ on your way to becoming a real adult, and there’s a lot of lessons you’ll have to quickly learn to adjust to starting life as a university student abroad and become independent for the first time. First, it’s important to understand that the university level of education is completely different from…
Are you skeptical about studying abroad? Are you unsure about the process? Do you have a ton of unanswered questions running through your head? Well don’t look too far, worry less cause at GECCA we are here to answer all your questions and set your mind at rest. Here are some frequently asked questions by parents and students who wish…
DECIDING WHERE TO STUDY? Choosing a university can be a hard task and most international students rely on university rankings such as the QS World University Rankings and Times Higher Education, especially if your priority universities are located in the UK or the USA as that’s where the most of the top-10 world universities come from. However, how do you…
KEEP TOURING!! This is the motto of the Canadian tourism department; this holds true for every student looking forward to pursuing education abroad. You must explore all the study destinations and find the one that is a blend of best academic quality, good employment opportunities, feasible education, living cost and wonderful living experience. There are a few significant pointers…
You would agree that kids are the future, and obviously we would want to invest in their future so we can have peace of mind. This is one way to secure their future even after retirement. This is where education financial planning comes into play. We would like to shed light on financial planning and educate both parents and their kids…