Less is More: You Don’t Need a Heist to Study in the U.S & Canada

North America is a land of opportunities where students flock to live their dream of studying abroad even at the risk of a hard, frugal, parsimonious, and sometimes depressing life because of the escalating tuition fees and living expenses. Conversely, many times that number - from both developing and developed countries - fail to make it across their domestic threshold because they simply can’t afford it. Which side would you like to be on?

Follow Leads: There is a University for You

But hold on to your thoughts for a moment! Before you make your choice between the fire and the frying pan, consider this third (and more appealing) option: you could join the vast multitude of students who seek expert advice from expert firms like TILC to identify and follow leads to institutions in the U.S. and Canada where scholastic pursuits need not be at the cost of bankruptcy. At TILC, we turn your fantasies into reality by helping you identify and follow up on leads from many universities that fit your budget like a glove in terms of their fee structure. More importantly, we have an exhaustive databank of scholarship schemes that could ease the burden of studying in the U.S. and Canada and cover your academic and living expenses at one go.

It is indeed time for students to emerge from a time warp where the thought of further studies in the U.S. and Canada is embroiled in negativities. Times have changed, and there are plenty of options for prospective students to cross the Pacific or the Atlantic and realize their educational dreams. The crucial factor is to know where to look for such opportunities, where you can get more for less, and where you can supplement your own resources with scholarship support. There are two ways of going about this: you could scout and scrounge on your own—always a humungous task—or you could approach TILC for a solution that could shape your future.

How expensive can it get?

But let’s get to the brass-tacks. University reputation, courses offered, campus amenities, and accommodation are all important considerations for foreign students, but finally it boils down to the four-letter word: COST. At first glance, the burgeoning number of universities—and here we are talking about medium to large institutions that accommodate 4000 students or more—might seem mindboggling. There are more than 3500 such institutions in the U.S. and at least a hundred in Canada. However, if we sieve through these numbers and limit our analysis to those colleges which cater to the standard four-year courses, it is possible to bring the number down to about 600 in the U.S. Tuition fee at universities like Columbia University andHarvard Universitythat sit pretty at $65000 a year or $260,000 for a four-year course run—that’s enough money for a lifetime for many aspiring students! In fact, the average tuition fee in U.S. universities for the 2015-16 academic year was a staggering $32599, a 4% increase from last year.

But you need not pay as much; in fact, far less!

Dispel the despairing thoughts quickly; there are at least a hundred universities in the U.S. and many tens in Canada with fees ranging from $5000 to $11000 a year. Yes, that’s a relief isn’t it?Quality education finally gets affordable, right?

U.S. Universities within Your Reach

At the $5000-$7000 threshold, we, at TILC, present you with several good options to consider. These include, inter alia, three homonymous universities called California State University at Fresno, San Bernardino, and Fullerton; Louisiana State University at Shreveport; University of Texas at El Paso; Dalton State College in Georgia; East Central University in Oklahoma; and the Fayetteville State University. You will find a course that fits your academic inclination at most of these institutions. For instance, you could opt for degree programs ranging from undergraduate to Ph.D level and major in Business Administration, Industrial Technology, or Communications. If you are in the science stream, the University of Texas or the Dalton College would be good options. All these institutions have a student body ranging from 4000 to 20000 and more, who spice up their academic pursuits with a vigorous campus life.

At the threshold of $11000 or thereabouts, we recommend that one of your best options would be the University of Massachusetts at Boston. Every year, the university draws more than 16000 students who leverage facilities and courseware which include close to 200 undergraduate and graduate programs. Having realized this, we have researched this alternative for you. This places the university on the same pedestal as the larger and pricier universities in the U.S.

You have boundless options to study in the U.S. for less. But this could wash both ways; when it comes to a question of choice, we humans are not only fastidious but incorrigibly indecisive. But rest easy, TILC have access to comprehensive databases and we very well understand your academic inclinations to guide you to the best possible option. In short, we help you search for the right needle in the haystack.  

Canada Beckons: At a Fee You can Afford

If you are looking to pursue your studies in Canada, the situation is not much different in terms of inexpensive and yet robust options. While a lot rides on your preferred program or faculty, tuition fees for an undergrad course can run from $4000 to upwards of $20000. However, you will not be short of options at the lower range. You could take up an Arts, Business, or Science undergrad course at the University of Winnipeg or the Bishops University in Quebec at a sub-$10000 figure. On the other hand, if you want to join one of the more sought-after universities, the Université de Montreal would be a good option with undergraduate international tuition fees falling at the mid-range of $14000 and graduate international tuition fees at $12,550.

Within either end of this spectrum, you have the following options as well, which we believe could work very well for you:

·         Universite de Saint-Boniface                                            $6,420

·         Canadian Mennonite University                                      $7,560

·         Memorial University Of Newfoundland                          $8,800

·         Southern Alberta Institute of Technology                      $7000

·         The Kings University College                                             $9,920

·         Athabasca University                                                          $10,490

·         Saint Paul University                                                          $9,836     

·         Brandon University                                                             $6,800

Explore Scholarship Opportunities with TILC like never before

According to a study by the National Association of College and University Business Officers, 90% of freshers at U.S. universities availed scholarships to weed their way comfortably through education in America. That statistic could apply equally well in Canada. 

We basically harp on the cheap options for quality education. The point being made here is that you can study at a highly esteemed university in North America without burning a hole in your pocket. We likewise understand that many students like you take advantage of the expertise of TILC to follow their academic dream of studying in the U.S. or Canada by paying tuition fees they could never afford on their own. What helps them qualify for funding opportunities are their academic grades and academic background, but they need to know where and how to start their quest for scholarship programs for international students. And there are plenty of them both at the destination (i.e., universities where you are applying) and at the origin (your own government or local business associations). Financing your study abroad cannot be an afterthought; it has to be planned in advance after a judicious evaluation of the available options. While internships and part-time work can supplement your finances, they can never substitute a steady scholarship assurance. This makes it even more imperative for you to approach professional and trustworthy firms, such as TILC and we readily help you make an informed decision.

Scholarship opportunities in Canada

For non-Canadians, the Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development (DFATD) and other federal government departments have several schemes on offer for:

·         Students and post-doctoral researchers 

·         Academic institutions in your country for their students to study in Canada

DFATD has several funding schemes for short-term exchange programs, study scholarships, and research projects. The scholarships for students depend on the country of origin, so regardless of which part of the world you belong to, there is a scheme for you.

Government departs apart, universities in Canada have a plethora of funding schemes, many of which you could be legible for as an international student. We have bring forth the following options exclusively for you:

·         Trent Global citizen scholarship and Award (Trent University)$128,000 for four years

·         International Dean's Excellence Entrance Scholarship (Simon Fraser University) $12,000 over two terms

·         Global Leader of Tomorrow Award (York University) $68000 for four years

·         W. Ronald Heath Entrance Scholarship/Africa Entrance ScholarshipAward (Simon Fraser University) $149,000 for four years

Scholarships Opportunities in the U.S.

Many of the 4000 accredited institutions in the U.S. have funding schemes for students from any region. While there are too many to be listed here (and TILC can help you with the comprehensive list and prospects), here is a sampling:

·         Vermilion International Scholarship (University of Louisiana)

·         Financial Assistance for Undergraduate and Graduate Students (University of Iowa)

·         UT Tyler New Freshman Scholarships (University of Texas at Tyler)

·         Global Corners International Student Recruitment and Retention Award (University of Oregon)

·         Guggenheim Foundation Postdoctoral Research Grants (Harry Frank Guggenheim Foundation)

·         Indiana Tech Merit Scholarships (Indiana Tech)

·         International Student Merit Scholarship (Broward College)

Why do you need TILC?

We encourage you to welcome our intervention at the right time! With our experience in placing hundreds of students in universities worldwide, we help you identify inexpensive study options in the U.S., Canada, and other destinations and the scholarship options available for your university of choice. We always believe in authoring that smile of happiness in your face as we have solutions for almost all types of courses or careers that interest you. Our rich database and collaborations with universities and funding agencies add tremendous value to your plans to study abroad. You’ll never fail deadlines to apply for courses or funding, and you’ll never be short of ideas to save costs - both in academics and living. Most importantly, we make it possible for you to live your dreams in the land of opportunities. We, at TILC, are always keen to add that extra spark in your life!

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