Ashiraj Blog

64% Asian Women Degree Holders From Arts, Humanities; More Than STEM Fields

Higher education is progressing towards setting a good example for other sectors, when it comes to gender equality but there is still a long way to go.Global universities across six continents have a fair share of women degree holders in the true sense in fields such as science, technology, engineer

11 Jun 2026

Why The US Is Making Tests Like SAT, ACT Optional

With many universities in the US and other countries making some of the standardised tests optional, international students are often confused whether they should take these tests or file their admissions applications without it. Admission tests such as the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT), American C

11 Jun 2026

Why Duolingo English Test Is A Hit Among Indian Study Abroad Aspirants

One of the prerequisites for admission to a top global university is having great English-language skills. With rising demand for a foreign higher education degree, aspiring students, there has been a rise in the number of those vying for a good score in one of the globally-accepted English-language

11 Jun 2026

What to do After Your Student Visa Gets Rejected? (Detailed Guide)

A visa application rejection can pose a problem for any student aspiring to study abroad. Some of the common reasons why student visas are rejected include incomplete or incorrect information on the application form or other documents; inability to meet the English language requirements; unavailabil

11 Jun 2026

Western Australia Offers Travel, Finance, Visa Support To Foreign Students

Promising safety, quality education, a great lifestyle and a range of employment opportunities, Western Australia (WA) is gearing up to welcome back international students through many recent initiatives.These include a dedicated portal to cater to the needs of foreign students planning their travel

11 Jun 2026

Virtual Campus Tours Gain Traction Among International Students

Are you an international education aspirant looking to study in the top global universities? How would you like it if you get to see the library, the campus, the gardens, the courtyard and the Chapel at the University of Oxford from the comfort of your home? How about visiting the first-year dormito

11 Jun 2026

10 Best Countries for MBA Abroad for Indian Students in 2026

11 Jun 2026

Faster Visas, No In-Person Interviews For Indian Students To The US

If you are a student considering the US as your destination for higher education, this news will make the beginning of your journey easier. There is faster processing of student visa applications and waiving of in-person interview requirements for certain applicants in many non-immigrant visa c

11 Jun 2026

US To Offer 22 More STEM Courses, Job Options To Foreign Students

The US is stepping up effort to attract more international students, including Indians, to its STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) programs. This is mainly due to the growing popularity of these courses over the years and the US government’s plans to strengthen its economy and technolo

11 Jun 2026