Why You Should Attend a University Fair if You Want to Study Abroad

Studying abroad is full of challenges, from learning a new language to making new friends, but one of the biggest hurdles is often getting a place at a university in the first place. With the majority of places at most top universities going to domestic students, it’s fair to say you need to take every advantage available to you in order to boost your chances of being accepted by undergraduate admissions staff.

One of the most successful ways to make your application stand out is to attend a university fair in your country (such as the ones organized by QS), and meet admissions staff directly.

Remember that in addition to promoting their university, admissions staff also attend these events to be on the lookout for great candidates. Asking the right questions and making a good impression might mean they remember your name when it comes to going through applications. Failing that, it’s also an opportunity to pick their brains for any admissions pet peeves or insider tips that could make your application stand out.

Whether you’re wondering about the SAT, IELTS and TOEFL scores actually expected of you as an international student, or the finer points of the degree curriculum, you’ll get a chance to speak to admissions representatives from a wide range of universities.

Another perk of the QS World University Fair is that you’ll also be invited to attend free seminars and workshops to learn how to perfect your university or scholarship application.