USA & Canada Fair March 2020

USA and Canada continue to remain popular study abroad destinations for a number of aspirants. We, as overseas education consultants, look to provide you with every possible opportunity to harness your study abroad dreams.

In an attempt to help you fulfill your aspirations of studying abroad, Edwise has organised the “USA & Canada Fair”, which is your chance to interact with leading university representatives and kickstart your overseas education process.

Schedule

Held across 15 cities in India, you can be assured that the fair will be available to you, irrespective of where you are.

The below given table provides you with comprehensive information regarding the schedule of the fair:

DATE	DAY	TIME	CITY
7th March	Saturday	11 – 5	Pune
8th March	Sunday	11 – 5	Mumbai
12th March	Thursday	11 – 4	Cochin
13th March	Friday	11 – 4	Coimbatore
14th March	Saturday	11 – 5	Bangalore
15th March	Sunday	11 – 5	Delhi
16th March	Monday	11 – 4	Chandigarh
18th March	Wednesday	11 – 4	Jaipur
26th March	Thursday	11 – 4	Indore
28th March	Saturday	11 – 5	Chennai
29th March	Sunday	11 – 5	Hyderabad
30th March	Monday	11 – 5	Kolkata
2nd April	Thursday	11 – 4	Surat
3rd April	Friday	11 – 4	Vadodara
4th April	Saturday	11 – 5	Ahmedabad

Participating Universities

At the USA & Canada Fair, you get the opportunity to meet leading universities. If you are looking to study in USA or study in Canada, here is a list of eminent universities you will have a chance to interact with: Baylor University, Depaul University, Florida Atlantic University, Fontbonne University, Foothill and De Anza Colleges, Full Sail University, James Madison University, Lipscomb University, Long Island University, Lynn University, Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, Oglethorpe University, Richard Bland College Of William & Mary, State University of New York Binghamton, TAMU Corpus Christi, The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, Troy University, University of Hartford, University of Massachusetts (Boston), University of Massachusetts (Lowell), University of Vermont, Virginia Commonwealth University, Western Washington University, Centennial College, College of the Rockies, Fanshawe College (We man), Georgian College, George Brown College, Nipissing University, Fraser International College, International College of Manitoba, Lasalle College, Mount Saint Vincent University, Nipissing University, Royal Roads University, Sheridan College, Stenberg College, Vancouver Community College. Participating universities vary from city to city.

Why attend the USA & Canada Fair?

• Meet Representatives of Top Ranked institutions from USA and Canada
• Application Fee Waiver
• STEM Program for Business in USA
• Work Permit Upto 36 Months in USA
• No GMAT / GRE / SAT to study in USA
• Scholarships* Available
• Officially representing over 90+ universities and colleges in Canada
• Get Upto 3 Years Open Work Permit in Canada
• Work 20 Hrs Per Week while studying in Canada
  
  

Services offered at the fair

A prominent reason to attend the USA & Canada fair is the opportunity you will receive to interact with university delegates and clear all your doubts. If your profile meets the requisite criterias, On-the-Spot offers can also be availed. University delegates will provide you with information regarding scholarships, courses, campus and much more. Not only this, but application fee waiver can also be accessed. Edwise counselors will be available to provide you with assistance as and when required.

If you’re residing in Mumbai, you can attend seminars that include:

U.S. Consulate Presentation on Study and Visa : 11:30 am & 2:30 pm

Study and Post Study Work In Canada : 12.30 pm & 3.30 pm

If you require assistance for entrance exams, you can take advantage of the coaching facilities and attain information regarding the same. You can also avail a 50% discount on IELTS coaching.

Unlike other consultancies, your study abroad process with us does not end once you receive your Offer Letter. Visa assistance can also be availed at the fair. Not only this, but financial assistance in terms of scholarships, loans can also be taken advantage of.

Benefits of studying in USA or Canada

• Gives you a Global Edge
• Study at Top Ranking Institutions
• Quality Education
• Safety
• Financial Assistance
• Flexible Programs
• Affordable
• Range of programs
• Work Opportunities during and after the program
• Immigration Opportunities

Look no further and go register yourself for the USA & Canada Fair.

Student Testimonials

Had a wonderful experience with Edwise.

Name: Devansh Trivedi

Country: Canada

University: Fanshawe College

Edwise is an excellent consultancy and have been very friendly in explaining everything to me. They are simply awesome.

Name: Artham Pavan Kumar

Country: USA

University: NYIT

It was good associating with Edwise, because they helped me in every aspect I needed.

Name: Jayaram Kandula

Country: USA

University: Marshall University

Edwise Overseas Education Consultant

We at Edwise streamline and personalize the process for each student irrespective of the destination, institution, course or any level of study. Our team of experienced professionals will provide you individual attention and exceptional guidance throughout your process of application. We provide assistance related to course selections, admission, visa, bank-loan and scholarships. We also host University delegates for direct student interaction and all these services are provided free of cost. We have established since 1991 and have been maintaining strong networks with over 725 universities in 16 countries, hence giving us a unique insight into the finest educational establishments worldwide.

Start your education overseas with valuable information on everything you need to know about studying abroad from study permits, temporary resident visas and how much it costs, to finding the best suited program for you.

Do visit your nearest Edwise branch & choose your university carefully under our expert guidance and ensure that you have all your paperwork in order. Once you apply, and the wait is over, you can really begin to look forward to not only studying in a beautiful and vibrant country, but also to a life experience quite like no other.

For complete information about USA & Canada Fair Contact Overseas Education Consultants, on 1-800-102-0336 (Toll Free) / 08600911333.

What is the GRE?

The Graduate Record Examination is an eminent, admission test. This test is given by those students who wish to take admission to a graduate program. However, these mostly pertain to the areas of Engineering and Sciences at education institutions in the USA.

The exam is designed in such a way that it enables graduate schools to assess the qualifications of students for advanced studies in technical study abroad fields.

Test Format

• The first section is the Analytical Writing section that has two questions. This is the issue and argument task , that have a stipulated time of 30 mins each.
• The second section is the Quantitative Reasoning section which includes a total of 20 questions in each of the two sections. The set time for each section stands at 35 mins.
• The third section is the Verbal Reasoning section that approximately contains 20 questions, which are alloted 30 mins.
• Apart from this, there are experimental sections which are unscored and a research section as well.

Section

• Analytical Writing

The aim of this section is to measure your ability to think critically and assess your skills to communicate complex ideas through writing.

• Quantitative Reasoning

This section of the GRE exam assess the student’s ability to reason mathematically, solve quantitative problems and interpret graphic data while on their study abroad program. The questions in this section comprise of Problem Solving, Quantitative Comparison and Numeric Entry.

• Verbal Reasoning

This section looks to examine a student’s ability to comprehend and evaluate what they read. It also tests one’s ability to recognize basic conventions of standard written English, which are important when students are looking to attain an education abroad. Questions that are part of this section include, Reading Comprehension, Text Completion and Sentence Equivalence.

Adaptive Test Format

Unlike other overseas education tests, the GRE test is a section adaptive test. Depending on the answers given to the questions in a particular section, the easier or harder section of the same type is selected.

Scoring

With a total score of 340, a good score for an education abroad is between 310-320.

The essays are scored on a scale of 0-6 on a 0.5 increment.

The Quantitative Reasoning section is scored on a scale of 130-170 on a 1 point increment.

Similarly, the Verbal Reasoning section is scored on a scale of 130-170 on a 1 point increment.

Miscellaneous Details

The scores of the GRE test are valid for a duration of 5 years and the score reporting time is approximately 10-15 working days. A Computer Based Test, the administration frequency is daily. Students can repeat the test within 21 days, however this can only occur for a maximum of 5 times in a calender year.

Benefits of giving the GRE Test

• Decide what scores the university will see

A prominent feature of the test is that it allows students to send only their best scores the university. Thus, whilst on the path to attaining overseas education, if the student believes that they haven't performed to the best of their abilities, they can refrain from sending that score and keep the score to themselves.

• Validity of scores

Another captivating advantage of the test is the fact that the scores of the test remain valid for a period of five years and can be used by the student extensively when making applications.

• Test Approach

Unlike other study abroad tests, the GRE allows students to skip questions and go back to previous questions. This helps the student psychologically because it enables them to be at ease while giving the test. Moreover, if there are any discrepancies they can always go back to solve them.

• Acceptability

A large number of top ranked institutions globally accept the GRE scores. Both engineering as well as management programs tend to accept the GRE scores.

Tips to ace the GRE

• Understand the rules

Understand the rules beforehand. It is vital that you get yourself acquainted to the rules and the format of the test. Since you will be under pressure during the day of the tests, being familiar to the test format will allow you to be relaxed on the day of the test.

• List your university of application

If you have decided your study abroad destination, go a step further and decide your university of application. Understand what the entry requirements are so that you are aware as to what scores you need to aim for.

• Use the break

Many students shun away from using the break time, this may not be an ideal thing to do. There is a reason the break times have been introduced and the main aim to allow students to catch a break and re-focus on the exam. Thus, it’s always a good idea to utilize the break time.

Student Testimonials

It has been an excellent experience with Edwise.

Name: Chetan Padshala

Country: USA

University: Texas A&M University- Kingsville

The most trustful and best consultancy for abroad studies.

Name: Mohmedhusen Ismail

Country: UK

University: University of Salford

My experience with Edwise was excellent!

Name: Parmar Aman Chandubhai

Country: Australia

University: Charles Sturt University

Edwise Overseas Education Consultant

We at Edwise streamline and personalize the process for each student irrespective of the destination, institution, course or any level of study. Our team of experienced professionals will provide you individual attention and exceptional guidance throughout your process of application. We provide assistance related to course selections, admission, visa, bank-loan and scholarships. We also host University delegates for direct student interaction and all these services are provided free of cost. We have established since 1991 and have been maintaining strong networks with over 725 universities in 16 countries, hence giving us a unique insight into the finest educational establishments worldwide.

Start your education overseas with valuable information on everything you need to know about studying abroad from study permits, temporary resident visas and how much it costs, to finding the best suited program for you.

For Complete Information About Overseas Education, Contact Edwise Overseas Education Consultants, on 1-800-102-0336 (Toll Free) / 08600911333.

What is the TOEFL?

The Test of English as a Foreign Language popularly known as the TOEFL is a standardized English proficiency tests that assess a student’s English Language skills, pertaining to areas that include, Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking.

This study abroad test is accepted by all institutions in the USA and by some institutions in UK and Canada as well.

Offered 30-40 times a year, it is given by those students who are desirous of undertaking further studies at the undergraduate or graduate levels. This is done to showcase English proficiency when they seek to attain an education abroad.

Scoring

TOEFL is scored out 120 and a score of 100+ is considered good. Each section of the exam, is graded on a scale of 0-30 on a 1 point increment. The Composite score is addition to all the scores in the exam.

Test Format

The TOEFL has 4 sections, namely the Reading, Listening, Speaking and Writing sections.

• Reading: This section tests the students ability to read as well as comprehend passages whilst at the same time answer questions pertaining to them. This section comprises of 3-4 passages with each passage having 10 questions. This section approximately lasts for 54-72 minutes.
• Listening: The basic purpose of this section is to assess the students ability to to comprehend spoken English. This is important because whilst attaining an education abroad, students will have to interact in an academic environment and the ability to listen becomes important. The section comprises of 3-4 lectures with 6 questions in each. It also comprises of 2-3 conversations that have 5 questions in total. The overall duration of the test is 41-57 minutes.
• Speaking: Overseas education requires of its candidates to smoothly converse in English. The section comprises of 4 question prompts that includes 1 independent question and 3 integrated questions. Students are given a few seconds to think, and the time allotted to speak keeps altering as per the question format. Per question, the student gets an approximate of 45 seconds to 1 minute. This section of the test lasts for 17 mins.
• Writing: Undoubtedly, this section tests student’s ability to express themselves through a written text. It comprises of 2 tasks, namely Integrated Writing and Independent Essay. In the Integrated Writing section, students are required to read a passage, listen to a lecture and create a technical essay based on the passage and the lecture. The time allotted for this section is 20 minutes. In the Independent Essay section, students are given a general topic and within 30 minutes they have to write a general essay.

Miscellaneous Details

The score of this exam is valid for a period of 2 years and the score reporting time is approximately 10 calendar days. An internet based test, the administration frequency is 3-4 times a month.

Advantages of giving the TOEFL

• Speaks about your English Language skills

Giving the TOEFL exam, speaks about your English language skills and shows the university of application that they can trust your proficiency in the English language.

• Widely acceptable

A large number of institutions around the world, accept IELTS as an English proficiency test. Not restricted to a specific country, globally universities accept the scores given by the said test.

• Convenient

With a large number of test centers located globally, students can be rest assured that they will gain access to test dates according to their convenience.

• Preparation Material

Comprehensive preparation material is made available to students who are seeking overseas education.

• Fair

The test is known globally for its unbiased nature and is comprehensively assessed by experts.

Tips to ace the TOEFL

• Familiarize yourself with the test

It is important that you familiarize yourself with the test format. If you’re aware as to how the test works, you will be at ease while giving the test. Considering the test conditions will make you jittery anyways, being well-versed with the exam will allow you to undertake the test with confidence.

• Set a target score

It would be ideal to select a program of application. Go through the entry requirements to understand what score is needed. This will allow you to work towards the test with an aim in mind and give you clarity.

• Preparation Time

Give yourself ample time to prepare, it generally said that three to six months of study time is required for students to give the test. However, this time frame can vary according to your English language skills and time you would require to prepare for the test.

Edwise offers comprehensive training services to students looking to attain desirable scores.

Student Testimonials

Edwise provides sufficient information that is necessary to plan education abroad along with coaching for entrance exams like TOEFL. I was happy with all the services I received at Edwise.

Name: Harshal Mahadik

Country: New Zealand

University: Pacific International

Its been a great journey from having classes of TOEFL to the whole application process. A special thanks to whole Edwise family I am really indebted by your services.

Name: Abhinav Tak

Country: USA

University: California State University Northridge

It was absolutely amazing. My TOEFL training at Edwise helped me score great marks.

Name: Sunishka Thakur

Country: USA

University: University of Georgia

Edwise Overseas Education Consultant

We at Edwise streamline and personalize the process for each student irrespective of the destination, institution, course or any level of study. Our team of experienced professionals will provide you individual attention and exceptional guidance throughout your process of application. We provide assistance related to course selections, admission, visa, bank-loan and scholarships. We also host University delegates for direct student interaction and all these services are provided free of cost. We have established since 1991 and have been maintaining strong networks with over 725 universities in 16 countries, hence giving us a unique insight into the finest educational establishments worldwide.

Start your education overseas with valuable information on everything you need to know about studying abroad from study permits, temporary resident visas and how much it costs, to finding the best suited program for you.

For Complete Information About Overseas Education, Contact Edwise Overseas Education Consultants, on 1-800-102-0336 (Toll Free) / 08600911333.