Canada’s Spousal Open Work Permit (SOWP) program is undergoing significant changes, effective January 21, 2025. Spouses of international students in select graduate and professional programs now qualify, while those of undergraduate students no longer do. Similarly, spouses of foreign workers must meet stricter criteria, with eligibility linked to specific occupations. New rules also limit dependent children's eligibility and impose processing delays.
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US universities are slashing PhD program admissions in response to significant cuts in federal funding initiated by the Trump administration. With the NIH facing proposed restrictions and grant reviews frozen, programs like UCSD's Biological Science have reduced admissions by 30%. Universities like Stanford also announced hiring freezes, while concerns rise over the future of diversity programs such as Baylor's IMSD. Early-career researchers and graduate students face an uncertain future as... Expand
St. John's College has introduced a unique admissions process that prioritizes conversation over essays. Instead of personal statements and recommendation letters, applicants engage in two interviews and a Socratic seminar-style discussion, highlighting critical thinking and intellectual curiosity. This approach, focused on dialogue and verbal expression, aims for faster decisions and offers an alternative to conventional admissions models.
Ivy League schools, once symbols of academic achievement, now operate under a highly competitive, scarcity-driven system that perpetuates inequality. With acceptance rates below 5%, students face immense stress and burnout. A recent study highlights how the top 1% are disproportionately admitted, while underprivileged students are at a severe disadvantage. The process, shaped by legacy admissions and preferential treatment, undermines true merit and shifts focus away from academic exploration,... Expand
UPSC NDA & CDS I 2025: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has extended the registration deadline for the NDA & CDS I 2025 exams until January 1, 2025, due to technical issues. The correction window will be open from January 1 to 7, 2025. Candidates can apply and pay the fee on the official UPSC website.
Many US graduate schools are waiving TOEFL, GRE, and GMAT requirements for international applicants, making admissions more accessible. Programs like the University of Delaware's Conditional Admissions Program and West Texas A&M's English proficiency exemptions offer alternatives to standardized tests. Prestigious schools such as MIT and Johns Hopkins also allow applicants to skip the GRE, while MBA programs at institutions like the University of Redlands offer GMAT waivers, enabling students to... Expand
Anna University begins applications for CEETA PG 2025 for ME, MTech, MPlan, and MArch programs. The registration ends on February 21, 2025, with the exam scheduled for March 23, 2025. Eligibility includes a 50% minimum qualifying degree score (45% for reserved categories). Final-year students and valid GATE score holders can apply. Fees vary by category.
Karnataka Deputy CM D K Shivakumar stated that the government would not support the statewide bandh called by pro-Kannada organisations on March 22. The bandh, which protests an alleged assault in Belagavi, could impact SSLC exams and a planned water conservation campaign. Shivakumar emphasized the need for dialogue and adherence to the law instead.
MIT offers financial and educational benefits to U.S. veterans and their dependents. Veterans are eligible for VA benefits, and their financial need is calculated independently of parental support. Dependents can access the Dependents’ Education Assistance program and the Fry Scholarship. Check details here.
The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) will announce the results of the December 2024 Executive and Professional Programme exams on February 25, 2025. Results for the Professional Programme will be declared at 11:00 AM, while the Executive Programme results will follow at 2:00 PM. Students can access their results and subject-wise marks online. Additionally, the ICSI will provide access to evaluated answer books via its portal, effective February 26, 2025.