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Glad to see you, dear blog readers! Many of our schoolchildren, graduating and choosing a future specialty after 11th grade, dream of studying abroad. And of course, dreams are discouraged by the high cost of education, as most future students think, but you can also enroll on a competitive basis. And so, study abroad and the conditions necessary in order to enroll.

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Basic conditions for studying abroad

First of all, you need to decide on the country, taking into account how much it will cost you to live abroad. Since living abroad is expensive, of course, everything depends on the country, so make a clear choice. Read the information, watch the video, calculate the pros and cons for yourself.

Next, search for educational institutions that offer public programs. There are many regions in Europe; in some universities it is possible to get an education for free. For example: Germany, Italy, France, Finland, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Czech Republic.

In several countries, foreign youth do not seek higher education. It follows from this that the competition will not be too tough. Let's take East Germany as an example, young people do not consider higher education prestigious and therefore Universities lure Russian students with preferential conditions. But not everything is as smooth as it might seem. There are certain conditions.

The most important condition, regardless of the country, is to know this top level. So how should be prepared to take the exam. Very high scores required. And there is a lot of competition. So you have to work hard and prepare properly.

In addition, if you are planning to enroll in a master's program, then you must have a higher education obtained in Russia.

Another important condition, although it does not apply to all universities. In general, the training will be free, but you may not be accepted without confirmation that your bank account receives between $600 - $1000 or euros monthly. This is necessary to prove to the university your ability to pay for housing, books, food in general, living in a given country. If this is not possible, then you will need a guarantor, for example some relative or acquaintance.

You will also have to spend a little money; in most cases, upon admission from a student, the university takes one fee of $500 - $1500, or euros. The fee pays for the received literature, transport passes and other needs.

And if you manage to enroll and are an excellent student, you will be able to receive the highest foreign scholarship; abroad it is usually called “scholarship”. And this is already a huge plus, since you can cover the same expenses spent on housing, food, etc. And in some universities it is too high that it can even cover paid tuition.

How to enter a foreign institute after 11th grade

For most people who want to, education in Europe seems like an unattainable goal, primarily because of its cost. In fact, there are many ways to get a European diploma absolutely free.

I propose to start with countries with free education not only for their own, but also for visiting students.

Choosing a country

Czech

The Czech Republic provides foreigners with the opportunity to study for free at public universities in the Czech language. In most cases, you will need to pass exams and also have basic knowledge of Czech. Living expenses are at your own expense.

Poland

Another real option free study abroad for foreigners. It’s not difficult to enroll, there is enough a large number of English-language programs.

To enter a Polish university, you need to present a certificate or bachelor's degree (if you want to study for a master's degree). In addition, most Polish universities cooperate with the Erasmus Mundus program (more on this later).

Germany

It also provides the opportunity for foreigners to study for free. In order to enroll, you need to pass a German language exam and have at least 1-2 years of university study at home. Or finish the one-year preparatory program.

You should also take into account the fact that quite often universities charge fees for using the library or, for example, the gym. Therefore, unless you have third party funding, you will have to bank account the required amount of money, which will be frozen for the entire period of study. During your studies, you will be able to withdraw from your account only the amount specified in the documents for accommodation.

Belgium, Norway

Here also free education, including, there are many programs in English. In some universities, foreigners need to pay a registration fee upon admission and pay for textbooks (about 1000 euros for everything). In Norway, knowledge of their language is required.

Greece

Foreigners can study for free and in state universities Greece. You can apply, but on the basis of the average score in the certificate. Some universities require an annual fee (up to 600 euros). Also if you don't know Greek language, you will have to enroll in courses, and for the first academic year learn a language (courses can be either free or paid). A Greek study visa allows you to work 20 hours a week.

France

By law, foreigners have the right to study in state universities for free. They pass on equal terms with the French, which means they pay the same fees upon admission. Another requirement is knowledge French. Even though you don't have to pay tuition fees in France, you should pay attention to living expenses, since life in the country is quite expensive. Therefore, most students work part-time while studying.

Important

When choosing a country, you must also pay attention to living costs. Even if you don't have to pay for your studies, universities do not provide free accommodation or pocket expenses. In this case, scholarship programs come to the rescue.

How to find a scholarship to study

To do this, one can and should consider various non-profit organizations, grants and programs.

Erasmus Mundus is one of the most famous European student exchange programs. It fully covers the costs of master's studies and accommodation. The peculiarity of the program is that, often, you cannot choose a specific university. Erasmus Mundus cooperates with dozens of European universities, and each specific program can have from 4 to 15 universities, two of which you will be offered to go to.

There are also scholarships for studying in specific countries. You should start searching for them from the official websites of the government of the country where you want to go. For example, the Chevening grant or Commonwealth Scholarship for Developing Countries - education in the UK. These grants fully cover tuition, accommodation and travel expenses.

You can approach it from the other side - decide on a university, and then find out about a scholarship. Majority European countries provide scholarships for foreigners.

Many graduates are interested in the question: “Is it possible to go to study abroad immediately after 11th grade?” Some of them have heard that not all universities accept foreigners who have just graduated from school, others are not confident in their level of English or are simply afraid of competition in the admission process.

In short, more questions arise than answers. In this article we will try to figure out whether it is actually possible to start studying abroad after 11th grade and, most importantly, is it worth doing?

Much depends on the country

If you want to enroll in a foreign university after graduation, you probably know which country you would like to live and study in.

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However, it is worth remembering that whether you can enter a foreign university immediately after graduating from a Russian school largely depends on the country and the rules of the particular educational institution.

The fact is that not all countries have an education system that allows them to enter university immediately after school, especially for foreign students. There are several reasons:

1. Firstly, 11 grades in a Russian school are 11 or 10 (if the school “skips” grade 4) years of education. In some countries, this educational experience is not enough to apply for admission to higher education.

2. Secondly, the education system of some countries provides an “intermediate link” between school and university education. This could be studying at a polytechnic or compulsory courses in preparation for studying at a university (usually applies specifically to foreign students)

For example, in America there is an optional but desirable system of preparatory pre-university courses -. Such courses not only provide preparation for studying at the university, but also improve the academic performance of students, and practically guarantee successful admission to a university.

Meanwhile, in Singapore, everyone wishing to enter university is required to undergo preliminary training in the country. For foreign students, this is expressed in completing annual Foundation courses, studying at a local high school(1-2 years) or at a polytechnic in the chosen specialty. Only after this the student has the right to apply to one of the Singapore universities.

At the same time, there are countries where you can enter universities immediately after graduating from a Russian school. These include, for example, , , , , Czech Republic and Finland. In these countries, as well as in the USA, there is the option of taking preparatory language or academic courses, however, this condition is not mandatory for applying to a university.

Much depends on the student himself

Let us note that not all graduates of Russian schools have a real opportunity to enter a foreign university immediately after 11th grade. The highest chances, of course, are for those who have set a goal in advance - to enroll in studies abroad. Such students, several years before graduating from school, choose a country and even a university of interest, begin to diligently study the required foreign language and bring their academic performance to meet the requirements of the university.

If you didn’t do all this, but simply wanted to study abroad at the end of the 11th grade, let’s face it, your chances of getting quickly admitted are slim. Studying in another country, especially at a prestigious university, usually involves a serious preparation process, without which it is very difficult to enter a university.

You will be able to enter university after 11th grade if:

1. Your knowledge of English or another required language is at a fairly high level
2. You have a certificate of passing a language exam (TOEFL, IELTS, etc.) with a good score
3. Your academic performance is quite high
4. You can expect to receive a letter of recommendation characterizing you as a serious and motivated student
5. Have you definitely decided on where to study abroad?
6. You or your parents have the financial ability to pay for education abroad

If you do not meet this list, but dream of studying abroad, do not despair! With just a few years of hard study, you can easily raise your language and academic level, pass the necessary exams, and find a suitable foreign university for yourself. In this case, you may benefit from university preparation courses, and scholarships and grants for foreign students can help you finance your studies.

Should I enroll immediately after 11th grade?

Let's look at the main pros and cons of going to study abroad immediately after graduating from a Russian school.

pros

1. You don’t waste precious years and purposefully go towards your dream
2. You do not have time to get out of the process of intense study and wean yourself from it
3. You'll earn your bachelor's degree at an age when many others are just starting college.
4. You will quickly reinforce theoretical knowledge foreign language practical skills

Minuses

1. In addition to preparing for final exams, in 11th grade you will be busy with the labor-intensive process of entering a foreign university
2. Due to age or psychological unpreparedness, a sudden change of place of residence and study can cause stress
3. You won't have time to get distracted and take a break from studying. For two years (11th grade and 1 year at the university) you will be busy with intense study, passing many exams, tests, collecting and submitting documents
4. You should be prepared for the fact that you may not be able to get into a university on the first try if your language or academic performance is not good enough

Admission to the University

If you nevertheless decide to start studying at a foreign university immediately after graduating from a Russian school, follow these instructions:

1. As early as possible, choose a university in a country where you can start studying at a university immediately after the 11th grade of a Russian school
2. It would be a good idea to travel to this country and visit the university to be sure of your decision
3. Work hard to learn the required foreign language
4. While studying in 11th grade, receive the necessary certificates for passing international language exams
5. Familiarize yourself with the university's requirements for international students and bring your performance up to these requirements
6. Get some good ones, properly composed letters of recommendation from your teachers
7. Find out about the required documents for applying to the university, collect them and submit them on time
8. Deal with the issue of obtaining a passport and visa required to enter the country of study in advance.

How to get into one of the Ivy League universities, where it is better to prepare for the language exam, what you should write in a motivation letter and what you should not say in an interview, how to choose the right MBA school. The editors of “Theories and Practices” have prepared several instructions on how to prepare for admission to a foreign university, receive a grant and go to study abroad.

Step 1: Situation Analysis

When it is already clear that there is a need for foreign education, but there is no money for it, then it is worth deciding on the known variables. Items that should be checked first: availability of higher education, knowledge of foreign languages, achievements in the chosen field and work experience.

They are most willing to give grants for master's and postgraduate studies, and less willing to give grants for undergraduate studies. In addition, grants can be obtained for short-term research programs, summer language courses, participation in visiting schools and seminars. Most foreign universities offer scholarships for master's degrees to foreign students. It is also possible to find a grant for obtaining a bachelor's degree, but in 90% of cases such a grant will cover either half of the cost of study in the first year, or will provide an annual discount throughout the entire period of study. The largest number of offers are available to those who have a master's degree, were engaged in research during their studies, have achieved certain results and have received the support of a supervisor at their home university, and have connections with research groups abroad.

Knowledge of foreign languages ​​will allow you to participate in more programs. Fluency in English is a mandatory requirement for almost all programs, even those that offer scholarships to study at Russian universities. Knowledge of any other language will distinguish the candidate from competitors and will allow him to choose from a larger list of universities and countries. Typically, studies in master's programs (and even more so in postgraduate programs) in Europe are conducted in English, but knowledge of the language of the country to which the candidate is going to go, at least at the initial level, is an additional point.

In the next round, it is worth checking the quality of the diploma received. For programs that are aimed at leaders, such as Chevening, the Fulbright program, Edmund Muskie, special attention is paid to the quality of the diploma and the experience of the candidate. Program organizers do not care whether the candidates have a diploma with honors (especially since in other countries there is no such thing as a “diploma with honors”), but it is extremely important for them to know whether the candidate always received the highest score or agreed to any grade. In internal university grants there is no strict requirement to have only the highest grades, however, when choosing between two applicants for a scholarship, preference will most likely be given to the one with the higher average score in the diploma.

Also, when considering the application, attention will be paid to work experience and participation in volunteer programs. It is important that volunteer activities was in a field other than professional. Organizers usually give preference to versatile individuals with a wide range of interests and activities. Another of the main requirements of the Chevening program is at least two years of work experience in the chosen specialty. When participating in the British Council scholarship program, you do not need to provide documented proof of work experience. However, the jury at each of the presentations of their program never tires of noting that those who are disingenuous on one point or another are immediately visible. In addition to work, experience in volunteer programs is important.

Oksana Sytnik

PhD student at Universidad de Cádiz, Erasmus Mundus grant holder 2011–2014, Erasmus Mundus Master Grant 2009–2011:

“The idea of ​​studying abroad came to me completely spontaneously. One day I received a letter from my teacher with a proposal: “There is such a program, it’s called Erasmus Mundus. Would you like to try? I tried. And she completed the Erasmus Mundus Master in WCM Water and Coastal Management, the first semester in Plymouth (UK), the second and third in Cadiz (Spain) and the Algarve (Portugal).

My choice of this specialty is not accidental. I come from the seaside city of Novorossiysk, graduated from the Oceanology Faculty of the Russian State University of Humanities in St. Petersburg with a degree in Integrated Management coastal areas" Thus, as a postgraduate student at Erasmus Mundus, I continued my chosen direction related to marine sciences, conservation environment and management of coastal areas.

During my studies in the master's program, I also had numerous field works with access to the open sea and trips to the mountains, laboratory research on biological diversity, computer modeling of coastal and riverbed processes, participation in thematic seminars and conferences. However, the most memorable thing was the scientific diving course organized during my second semester at the University of Cadiz. Those who had no experience of underwater diving had an extraordinary opportunity not only to open a license for subsequent diving, but also to see with their own eyes the universe of the sea, and much more: to understand how this universe functions, what wonders it hides within itself.”

Step 2: Define Claims

Having decided on the initial data, you can begin to search for programs and try on a candidate for each of them, analyzing whether it fits the criteria that the organizers impose on candidates and the level of aspirations and interests of the candidate himself. First you need to decide at what level to continue your education. It is logical to apply for a master’s degree with a bachelor’s or specialist’s diploma, choosing a program of a narrower specialization or choosing a related discipline: in this case, the candidate’s experience in this specialty and the ability to justify his decision to change his field of activity and certain achievements will play in his favor. Achievements should be rather formal - those that can be documented: victories in competitions, publications in scientific journals.

Master's students may apply to continue their studies in graduate school (or a PhD program) or another master's program. To enroll in a PhD, you must have experience in research and certain achievements that will speak for themselves, and for master's studies - a serious reason for changing your specialty. Candidates of Science or PhD degree holders can afford to apply for participation in a research program - postgraduate.

Having decided at what level to continue studying, it is worth thinking about the country. You should start from knowledge of foreign languages, from experience of interaction with the country and from the programs that these countries offer to candidates who are not EU citizens. Many grant programs are available to Russian citizens in the USA, Germany, France, China, and Japan.

It is also worth paying attention to the fact that some programs organized by foundations have one of the requirements that the scholarship recipient must return to their home country after graduation. When choosing a program, you should understand that some of them will not allow you to immigrate to another country.

Natalya Ravdina

supervisor educational projects British Council:

“One of the important requirements of the Chevening scholarship program is the condition of returning to your home country after completing your studies. This condition is due to the interest of countries providing scholarships in developing cooperation with strong partners. Studying abroad opens up incredible opportunities for creating connections in the professional community, laying the foundation for joint business and cultural exchanges. Bringing fellows back to their home country certainly makes it easier for these partnerships to develop and help them flourish.

There are different grants that have different obligations for the people who receive them. The Chevening Scholarship, administered by the British Council, assumes that the successful candidate, having completed a course of study in the UK, will return to Russia, where he will apply the acquired knowledge and skills. Therefore, for those wishing to emigrate, this is probably not the most suitable way.”

Step 3: Search for programs

You need to look for programs in four places: on the websites of foundations or organizations that administer scholarship programs, on the websites of specific foreign universities, on the website of the Global Education program. It is also worth following the information that passes through your home university.

Almost all universities have a Scholarships section, which presents opportunities to cover costs associated with studying. Thus, there is a Student financial services section at Harvard Law School, a Scholarships page on the University of Melbourne website, and a limited number of scholarships are provided by the Technical University of Denmark. Typically, all universities have different requirements: some cover tuition costs only partially, some fully, and some even include a small monthly stipend for personal expenses. It is on university websites that you are more likely to find scholarships for studying at the undergraduate level. It is also usually on the websites of educational institutions that positions are presented for studying in PhD programs or recruiting a research group to work on a specific, most often very highly specialized, problem.

In addition to foreign universities, Russian universities also provide scholarships. Every year, the Moscow Higher School of Social and Economic Sciences holds a competition together with the Vladimir Potanin Foundation for training in cultural management under a double degree program: a Russian advanced diploma and a British master's degree from the University of Manchester. Many Russian universities are partners with foreign universities and organize joint programs for their students. The Higher School of Economics cooperates with several foreign universities, and MGIMO partners with the Technological University of Monterrey, Free University of Berlin, Humboldt University, Potsdam University and others.

Natalia Garanina

student of Tomsk Polytechnic University, Erasmus Mundus scholarship holder:

“It all started with working on my diploma. The fact is that I received three educations at the same time: the main day education - in the specialty "Applied Mathematics and Computer Science", the evening one - "International Management" and, on the basis of the evening one, an additional one - "Translator in the field of professional communications." When choosing a topic for my thesis, I didn’t experience any particular problems, since I wanted to write something that combined mathematics and marketing. As a result, I took up the topic “ Mathematical methods to evaluate the effectiveness of advertising."

However, there was either no literature on this topic at all, or it was in English (thank God, this did not cause me any special problems). And it was then that I realized that this topic is more relevant abroad. I decided that I should write my master’s thesis outside of my homeland. Next I found very interesting specialty at the University of Paris - Quantiave Methods in Economics. I started looking for ways to get there. I found out that the specialty is supported by Erasmus Mundus, as well as the consortium. The consortium has offered a limited number of scholarships that will be distributed to each of the universities. They are available to all students (EU and non-EU). Each scholarship is worth half the cost of tuition. I decided to enlist support (mainly financial) from both sides and began preparing a package of documents.

The main attention had to be paid to writing a motivation letter: why do you need a scholarship, program, specialty? I wrote everything as it is. The commission rated my application as type A, which means accepted with a scholarship. However, it later became clear that QEM was not funded by Erasmus in this particular year. And training, even despite the tough competition, costs 4,000 euros. And this does not include housing and transportation costs. In the end, the commission wrote to me that it gives 2000 from the consortium, that is, it pays only half the cost of training. I didn’t want to take money from my parents, and I myself wasn’t working at that time; I barely had enough time for education. Foundation staff long time, right up to the start of classes, wrote me letters with links to other scholarships that I could try my luck to win.”

Step 4: collecting and preparing documents

Submitting documents is the most important step in the entire grant procedure. Experts get acquainted with candidates, having in their hands only a standard package of documents, to which in rare cases they can attach a photograph. Before you start collecting documents, it is worth studying the list of what is required for each specific program. Usually these are copies of documents on higher education and their certified translation, certificates confirming knowledge of foreign languages, CV and motivation letter. Sometimes the organizers ask to attach documents about general secondary education, a translation of a dissertation, a list of publications in scientific journals, a GMAT certificate, and possibly something else.

Fellows, that for scholarships such as DAAD, it is not only important to comply with all paperwork requirements, but also arrange the documents in the exact order in which they are listed on the program website. Sometimes an interview for a scholarship is simply not provided, and the organizers select scholarship recipients based only on the documents submitted by the candidates.

Irina Dobrynina

Fellow of the research internship program for young scientists of the German Academic Exchange Service:

“I received a scholarship from DAAD under the Research Fellowships for Young Scientists program of the German Academic Exchange Service.” I chose the program according to my language knowledge: I only know German, and my English is at a conversational level. area of ​​mine scientific interests: ecology, climate, climate change, urban climate, urban ecology. In Germany, I worked on assessing the microclimatic conditions of Kassel and Voronezh. The scholarship was enough for everything and even more - after all, it was 1000 euros per month.

I didn't have an interview. All documents were sent to in paper form to the Moscow representative office, where experts already make a decision. The competition takes place in two stages: first in Moscow and then in Bonn. I have documents - this is the only and important stage. You just need to comply with all the requirements stated on the site. If you are asked to submit your CV first and then a copy of your certificate, then that’s what you should do. Applications not completed in accordance with the requirements are simply discarded.

The biggest question for most scholarship applicants is how to find a professor in a foreign country who will extend an invitation to work together. I had a professor from the very beginning - I met him through participation in international seminars. He came to our university, and that’s how we met. He started working with my teacher, I got involved. But as they tell me, finding a professor is not difficult. You just need to think about it in advance - about four months in advance.

The DAAD website has a special search system, which works quite well. You can also view the circulars of various international conferences. Just by reading a book, for example, you can find out that such and such a professor works in such and such a direction and write to him specifically.

Many professors are happy to work with talented young people from third world countries and Russia. As a result of such cooperation, consortia can be born, and consortia receive funding. A European scientist lives on grants, and most grants are geared towards international cooperation. After the internship, I, my supervisor in Russia, my supervisor in Germany, and several colleagues from Holland planned to create a scientific network.”

Step 5: Interview

The final stage in the pursuit of a scholarship is an interview. The interview or interview is most often conducted by large foundations that distribute grants. During the interview, it is important to demonstrate your interest in studying in general and the fellowship in particular, as well as convincingly talk about your previous experience, without contradicting your own application. The selection committee devotes the lion's share of its attention to how candidates can present themselves and how they talk about themselves. The veracity of what is written in the documents and the overall adequacy of the applicant are also checked.

Typically, 5% of candidates are invited for an interview when it comes to large grant programs. Typically the British Council receives around 600–800 applications for the Chevening Scholarship. The number of candidates invited for interviews depends on the number of scholarships available.

Alexander Parolov

Cass Business School student, British Chevening Award 2011/12:

“First I entered a British university, and then I found out about the Chevening scholarship and applied. My parents were ready to give me the opportunity to study further because they believed that it would change my life. However, this does not change the general meaning, because agreements with the university can be reached without paying any fees - this will mean a conditional invitation.

The vast majority, if not all, of the 2011 Chevening Scholars were not yet enrolled at university when the scholarship was awarded. An agreement already reached with the university is not a requirement, it can only serve as a small advantage and proof of activity, but nothing more. Therefore, as general recommendation I can say that it is better to start correspondence with universities in advance, so that by the time you submit documents for the chosen scholarship, you already have some history of correspondence with the university (perhaps even an invitation), which does not require you to pay for tuition and at the same time will definitely set you apart from the crowd. Being a Fellow can speed up and simplify the process of obtaining final approval from universities - this fellowship is highly respected in the UK.

The Chevening scholarship attracted me because it essentially remained the only option for a Russian student wishing to study for a master's degree in the UK - by that time I had already identified my preferred university and received a conditional invitation. I learned about the scholarship from a friend, and then saw the information on the website of this business school. After going to the British Council website, I learned that the scholarship not only covers a very large part of the costs of studying and living in the UK for young and ambitious leaders of their countries, but also makes serious demands on academic achievement, motivation and professional experience. Also, the scholarship holder must return to his home country after graduation to apply the acquired knowledge in practice and change some aspect of life for the better. The results of the research were clear: this scholarship is one of the most prestigious and difficult to obtain. I saw that I met the basic criteria and, despite my doubts, submitted the documents. Two months later, I already had an interview at the British Consulate in St. Petersburg, and three months later I was on a train that had been paid for for me to Moscow to sign an agreement on awarding a scholarship.

I can say without a shadow of a doubt that document preparation is the most important step in the entire process of obtaining a grant or scholarship. The fact is that personal charm, competent and rich speech, intelligent behavior and neat appearance the jury will be able to see only if you go through the first stage of selection - the competition of documents. And here, as in any paper work (although now everything is usually in electronic form), the most important thing is accuracy, literacy, brevity and clarity of thought. Regardless of the scholarship you choose, and whether you fill out paperwork or electronically, there should be no conflicts in the application form and/or motivation letter (for example: full-time study and full-time work in the same year) and grammatical errors, but there must be your achievements in all their glory, logical personal development with the correct chronology, a strong desire to receive a scholarship and an understanding of why you need it and why those who award this scholarship need it.

The latter is especially important for a motivation letter, the importance of which in the overall package of documents can hardly be overestimated. Its writing should be approached as the most important stage of the entire selection, because it can be the ticket to the ship if the other parameters fall a little short. The motivation letter should be clear, not too long, easy to read, honest and smart - this is the point where you need to show that you have clearly defined your goals and understand how the scholarship will help you achieve them. Judging by what I heard, most candidates are eliminated precisely because they cannot formulate in writing or orally why they need all this and what they will do with all this later. Simple and difficult at the same time.

When the first stage - the competition of documents - is completed, you can relax and be a little proud of yourself, but then you will have to get yourself together again, because the interview is also very important. All I can say is that in the case of my scholarship, 50 out of 650 candidates who applied were invited to an interview, but only 13 of them received the scholarship.

I can try to list what, in my opinion, you should not do before, during and after the interview: you should not go to bed late, have a heavy breakfast in the morning, come back to back, behave arrogantly with an awareness of your own uniqueness, refer to mutual acquaintances and connections, flatter and compliment the jury, smile too much or laugh constantly, put your feet on the table and ask about the jury's impressions immediately after the end of the interview.

First, read your application and letter again. If they call you to talk, it means they liked you, but what places in the profile may raise questions and clarifications? Identify them and prepare the correct answers. Think about what the purpose of your program is, to whom they give a scholarship or grant, for what? This will help you prepare for the conversation. I personally wrote down all possible questions on a piece of paper and looked at them in the morning before leaving the house. Second advice - awaken within yourself good mood, because you have already achieved a lot and will soon gain experience that others can only dream of. Therefore, smile, enjoy the process and radiate unobtrusive positivity - this is the key to success, I am firmly convinced of this. Don't worry about the circumstances of the interview itself: the environment is always inviting and very friendly, these people are here to learn about your dreams and aspirations, they work there because they like to help people. It is much more important to practice answering questions and walk to the interview site, weather permitting, of course. And lastly, the night before, don’t be too lazy to imagine your tomorrow’s triumph in rainbow colors. Let’s not underestimate the importance of visualization.”

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I recently decided to get a second education, but not in Russia. Knowing about the quality education that my peers receive in Europe and America, I also wanted to follow their example. If you believe the statistics, 10% of Russian students annually go to study and conquer the USA, Canada, Czech Republic, England, China and other countries. The issue of free education abroad is still relevant today.

In which countries can a Russian student study for free?

First of all, I decided to decide in which country it would be easier for me to live, where education would cost me less.

Please note that you can study for free only at state universities. They provide free education to foreigners.

In other organizations, training is paid.

Many people call training “free” in quotes. The reason is that you must provide for themselves , you will have to spend money not only on food, but also on the library, gym and other services of the educational institution. Everything is paid annual contribution . In addition, if you yourself are entering a university not under a funding program, then you will need to transfer to your bank account sum of money , which would be enough for accommodation and food during the entire period of study .

Since I work and can support myself, I did not pay attention to the “free” education. While studying in Russia, we also spend on accommodation and food. Moreover, considerable sums are spent on rent, and if I live in a student dormitory , then my expenses will be much reduced.

So, I will list the foreign countries where you can get a free education and with what entrance requirements:

Note that educational institutions in the Czech Republic, Greece, Spain, China and other countries provide the opportunity to receive free education for Russian students.

But education at universities is not conducted in English, but only in the native language of this country, for example, Czech, Chinese, etc.

Despite this, they are admitted to universities without exams, after school and after completing the first year of a Russian institute.

Basic requirements for applicants for foreigners

Each university and country has its own requirements, however, they are almost the same.

Foreign applicants can enroll in universities, taking into account the following requirements:

Documents required for studying abroad

The standard package of documents includes:

Each document submitted to the commission plays a big role.

If you do not submit any document, you may be denied admission.

5 ways to study abroad for free

There are several methods for obtaining free foreign education. All forms directly associated with gratuitous assistance . It can be provided to students by an educational institution, the state, a private entrepreneur, or a representative of a public foundation.

I will list 5 ways of such training:

• Grants or so-called social help students , which is intended for educational expenses, implementation of a professional project, training in summer schools, courses, etc. The grant is issued as a one-time incentive. You can receive it again.
• Scholarship . When receiving a scholarship that can cover the cost of all or part of your studies, a motivation letter plays a huge role. The scholarship can be awarded for achievements in volunteer, sports, creative, academic, or other talents. The scholarship can be issued by the university itself or by the Russian state.
• Research Fellowship . This method of obtaining an education is intended for those who have graduated from a higher education institution and plan to enroll in a master's program for further research activities. Such a scholarship can be issued by the state, representatives of private or public foundations.
• Assistant . Intended for those who wish to enroll in doctoral studies. In addition to teaching, you will work as an assistant professor. His duties include reading introductory courses in your specialty, participation in research projects that your department implements. Such financial support can be provided by both the state and the institution itself.
• Global Education Program . A program was developed so that a student studying abroad at the expense of the Russian Federation budget, after graduating from a university in a master's, postgraduate, or doctoral program, would return to Russia and work at the enterprise for 3 years. This is a great opportunity to get a free education and have workplace at the end.

So, as you understand, get free education abroad is possible . The main thing is to have a desire. When choosing an educational institution, I rely on entrance exams and requirements.

If you are also planning to study abroad, then my advice is: think through everything down to the smallest detail, how you will finance your studies, how much money you will need for accommodation, food and other expenses, what exact documents should be sent to the university upon admission.