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          All students in Holland are obliged to have health insurance. There are several options for you   to arrange this. Check the information and regulations about health insurances to find out how you can arrange your insurance. And finally: Enjoy your time in Holland as a student! You can find more information on: www.studyinholland.nl The education system The education system in Holland is known for its high quality in education and research and its international study environment. In addition, with more than 2,100 international study programmes and courses it has the largest offer of continental Europe. Holland has two main types of higher education institutions: research universities and universities of applied sciences. The research universities in Holland educate students in academic study and research. Universities of applied sciences offer professional programmes in the applied arts and sciences that prepare students for specific careers. A third and smaller branch of higher education is provided by institutes for international education, which offer advanced training and courses in a wide range of fields. Most of these institutes are part of a research university

United States

The United States has the world’s largest international student population, with over 800,000 students. Nearly 4% of all students enrolled in higher-level education in the USA are international students. The US is home to some of the most prestigious universities in the world. Universities in the United States offer a huge variety of English-language courses, various speciality degrees and excellent research in a diverse, international environment. The US provides a huge variety of higher education institutions all over the country: over 1,700 public and 2,500 private institutions. Student information about cities in the USA Find the best information about what to expect when studying in top cities in the USA. Read about degree course offers, career opportunities, student life, living costs, and more.  Study in New York City  Study in Chicago  Study in Los Angeles  Study in San Francisco  Study in Boston Higher education institutions in the United States Community Colleges offer associate’s degrees, certificates, vocational degrees, and some bachelor’s degrees.  Vocational Schools offer certification for particular vocations that do not require a degree but require specialized training.  Colleges and Universities provide anything from associates’ degrees to doctoral degrees.  Graduate Schools offer Master’s and Doctorate level degrees and certificates. Seminaries offer religious education for future ministers and clergy members. 

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The United States has more institutions of higher education than any other country. International students with varied perspectives, values and traditions come to the US and increase cultural awareness and international networks. United States Department of Education (USDE) and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) recognizes more than 19,500 US higher education programs as accredited and of a high quality. Among these, Ivy League Universities are well known as the top higher education institutions in the United States and the world. Read this article and see the details of how to apply to a U.S. college or university. General application requirements Universities in the United States have their own individual admission standards and include all or part of the following requirements: Grade point average (GPA) or letter average. Most U.S. colleges and universities require that you take one or more standardized admissions tests in order to gain entrance into their programs. Essays or questionnaires. These may include a “personal statement” about why you are considering that university.  Courses studied during secondary school or any prior education.  Community service and group/club involvement.  Letters of recommendation from teachers.  English Proficiency Exams. Some universities may have additional specific requirements. Check with university student services for details

Preparation courses in the United States

Some international students may not be able to attend a degree in the United States because their previous studies do not match the academic system of the country. To be allowed to take an undergraduate or graduate degree in the United States, they will need to enrol in a one-year pre-Bachelor or pre-Master offered by a local university. Popular foundation degree studies in the U.S. include pre-law degrees, pre-MBA courses, pre-medicine, pre-nursing studies, or other types of international foundation programmes in engineering, economics, finance, social science, science and other types of university pathway programmes. Preparation courses in the U.S. include academic English language training to help international students meet university language requirements for future undergraduate or graduate studies. Foundation degrees in early years in the United States are perfect for increasing your chances of getting accepted to an American university. Pre-university business schools, law schools or med schools make sure international students develop the skills they need to succeed in the United States academic system. Pre-university education also includes cultural integration classes that help students feel more at home. Some pre-university programmes guarantee enrolment to the institution if students complete the preparation with high grades. Where can I study a foundation course in the United States? The top American states where students can take a foundation year programme include: New York , 

English exam preparation

Meet language requirements for university admission in the USA by choosing an English language preparation course offered by English language schools worldwide, including the UK. By taking the right English exam training course you will advance your language skills in order to get the needed scores for IELTS, TOEFL, CAE, or other English exams. 

Student visa

Applicants for student visas should generally apply at the U.S. Embassy or Consulate in their country.
Visa requirements include: Non-refundable application fee;  Application forms;  A passport valid for travel to the United States and with a validity date at least six months beyond your intended period of stay in the United States;  Standardized photographs;  You will need to prove that you have enough money to support yourself during your studies; Usually, an interview with an embassy official is required. Ask for more information at your local embassy.
Find out more details about getting a student visa for the U.S. 

Student assistance

Professional advisers guide students in their search for institutions or programmes of study in the United States that meet their individual needs. Sororities and Fraternities are national organizations, focusing on social interaction, service projects and student activities. Nearly every university offers internship services. Career services focus on offering employment advice and find student job opportunities. Credential evaluation services analyse qualifications of international students in order to establish study programme eligibility. Some universities offer salaries to research students. Students can arrange fellowships with companies that pay for tuition costs in exchange for a few years of service. 

Study environment

American universities provide the latest technologies and advancements coupled with excellent research opportunities. Students are free change their minds and transfer from one course to another or change their study institution. Most classes include no more than 20 students, facilitating greater teacher involvement and student interaction. All kinds of English language courses are available for international students. With over 35 million Spanish speakers in the United States, it is the 5th largest Spanishspeaking population. Spanish is currently the most widely taught non-English language in U.S. higher education

High quality

The Polish higher education system is well developed. The quality of the education provided is monitored and regularly evaluated. The main Polish institutions in charge of quality assurance in higher education are: the Polish Accreditation Committee, the General Council of Higher Education and the Conference of Rectors of the Academic Schools in Poland. There are over 5,000 courses available in Poland and each of them has had to gain the Polish Accreditation Committee’s approval. Among them there are a number of fields of study that have received the grade: excellent. The list of excellent fields of study is available at the Polish Accreditation Committee website: http://www.pka.edu.pl/?q=en/oceny. 

Competitive costs

Compared to other EU countries, the tuition fees

in Poland are really competitive and the costs of living are a fraction of what a foreign student would have to spend in other European cities. Find out more and apply For the essential information about studying in Poland and applying for higher education programmes, visit the Go-Poland website. The Netherlands is a kingdom. Its official name is the Kingdom of the Netherlands. It consists of the Netherlands itself and six islands in the Caribbean Sea. The country's name in Dutch is Nederland, meaning low country and referring to the fact that much of the land is at or below sea level. The Netherlands is often called 'Holland', a name that is derived from the names of the two western coastal provinces, North and South Holland, that were the most developed and wealthiest parts of the country in the seventeenth century and played a dominant role in the country's history.

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Students at work in library. Photographer: nadiafotografeert Students. Photographer: Arenda Oomen Students at work. Photographer: nadiafotografeert Students working on project. Photographer: Erik Jansen PhD ceremony. Photographer: Keukelaar, Keke Unilever building Rotterdam. Photographer: Tuurenhout, Thijs International students on a trip to Paris. Photographer: Indarwati Aminuddin Typical Dutch houses. Photographer: Tuurenhout, Thijs Schiphol Airport. Photographer: Elma Leidekker Yellow tulip field. Photographer: Henriëtte Guest Dutch landscape. Photographer: Tuurenhout, Thijs Queens Day. Source: NL Agency 

Geography

Holland is situated in the west of Europe and borders Germany to the east, Belgium to the south and the North Sea to the north and west. What strikes people most when they first arrive in Holland is the landscape: the country is extremely flat. While there are some hilly areas in the south-eastern corner of the country, in most of the country you have an unbroken view of the characteristic Dutch landscape. There is water everywhere, in the form of lakes, rivers and canals. Holland is a relatively small area of slightly over 41,000 square kilometres is home to almost 17 million people

Society

Dutch society is home to more than 190 different nationalities living in its many cities and villages. For decades the country's historical ties with other parts of the world have brought people of non-Dutch origin to settle in Holland. This cultural diversity has made Holland a place where knowledge, ideas and cultures from all over the world come together. Although Dutch is the national language, the majority of the population also speaks English and very often another foreign language, such as German or French. 

Public safety

Holland is a safe country by international standards, with low levels of violence and street crime. The police are friendly and helpful; they have a duty to protect everyone and you can always feel confident approaching them for help

Culture

Holland is more varied than you might expect. There is plenty to see, whether you're strolling through town, making a boat trip on the canals or lakes, lazing on the beach or walking in the woods and dunes. Major international stars regularly play concerts at Dutch stadiums and other smaller venues. Musicals and theatre are also very popular. With over 1,000 museums there is a lot to discover. And don't be surprised to see people dressed in orange and partying in the street on King's Day or when the national football team has a game. Read more on the Study in Holland website or on the website of the Netherlands Board of Tourism & Conventions (NBTC). 

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Students at work in library. Photographer: nadiafotografeert Students. Photographer: Arenda Oomen Students at work. Photographer: nadiafotografeert Students working on project. Photographer: Erik Jansen PhD ceremony. Photographer: Keukelaar, Keke Unilever building Rotterdam. Photographer: Tuurenhout, Thijs International students on a trip to Paris. Photographer: Indarwati Aminuddin Typical Dutch houses. Photographer: Tuurenhout, Thijs Schiphol Airport. Photographer: Elma Leidekker Yellow tulip field. Photographer: Henriëtte Guest Dutch landscape. Photographer: Tuurenhout, Thijs Queens Day. Source: NL Agency 

Preparation courses

Some international students may not be able to attend a degree in Holland because their previous studies do not match the academic system of the country. To be allowed to take an undergraduate or graduate degree in Holland, they will need to enrol in a one-year preBachelor or pre-Master offered by a local university.Popular foundation degree studies in Holland include pre-law degrees, pre-MBA courses, pre-medicine, pre-nursing studies, or other types of international foundation programmes in engineering, economics, finance, social science, science and other types of university pathway programmes. Preparation courses in Holland include academic English language training to help international students meet university language requirements for future undergraduate or graduate studies. Foundation degrees in early years in Holland are perfect for increasing your chances of getting accepted to a Dutch university. Pre-university business schools, law schools or med schools make sure international students develop the skills they need to succeed in the Dutch academic system. Pre-university education also includes cultural integration classes that help students feel more at home. Some pre-university programmes guarantee enrolment to the institution if students complete the preparation with high grades. Meet language requirements for university admission in Netherlands by choosing an English language preparation course offered by English language schools worldwide, including Netherlands. Where can I study a foundation course in Holland? The top Dutch cities where students can take a foundation year programme include: Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Maastricht and more. Read more about the enrolment requirements for international students

COST OF LIVING

Living costs in Estonia are very affordable and are considered to be lower than in most other European countries. General feedback from foreigners who have spent some time here is that living conditions are similar to those in Western Europe. Cost of living is usually dependent upon the student's accommodation choices, lifestyle, and spending patterns. On 1 January 2011, Estonia changed over to the euro (EUR, €), the single European currency

General application

 To study in Canada, you may need a study permit.To apply for a study permit on or after June 1, 2014, you will need to have a letter of acceptance from a higher education institution.  You must not have a criminal record or be a risk to the security of Canada.  You must be in good health and willing to undergo a medical examination, if necessary. You must provide proof you will leave Canada at the end of your authorized stay.A study permit is not needed if you want to take short-term courses or programs of study of six months or less. You may enrol in short-term programs at any learning institution, regardless of whether or not it is designated. You must submit the following items: Application for Study Permit made Outside of Canada (IMM 1294) for each applicant regardless of the age Family Information Form (IMM 5645) for each applicant regardless of the age  Two (2) passport photographs  Processing fee  Valid passport  All cancelled or expired passports to show evidence of previous travel  A copy of the Letter of Acceptance from the educational institution where you intend to study Proof of financial support for the duration of your studies in Canada For detailed information about application requirements for Canadian higher education studies and/or study visa

ACCOMMODATION

   Estonian universities provide accommodation in modern student dormitories, where students can comfortably live, relax and study during they stay. Dormitories are usually based on a "box system" – a furnished apartment with two rooms for four people, with a shared kitchen and a bathroom. Student accommodation prices in Estonia start from €100 per month in student dormitories. Some universities have student dormitories with single, double and triple rooms. On average, the prices range from about €100 for a place in a double room in the residence hall to €180-€450 or more for a private apartment.