International Students often wonder: how their grades translate in front of an admissions officer overseas. Especially if a student has a state board or a national board like CBSE, the criteria are often not as clearly stated on university websites as for curriculums like IB, IGCSE, and APs.
However, students need to understand that while universities promote the diversification of their classes, they also ensure a fair and just admission procedure that holds transparency. The academic requirements and the evaluation criteria are fair and free of discrepancies. Admissions offices know that the educational system across different countries cannot be the same, and the coursework might differ from what they have in their respective countries.
“We are very knowledgeable about the educational systems throughout the world. We understand that an international student's coursework may not parallel exactly what we might typically see in an American school transcript. If a student is applying from a country and an educational system we're not familiar with, then we will seek outside advice to make sure that we are making fair and thoughtful, and informed decisions.”
Kelly A. Walter
Associate Vice President and Executive Director of Admissions, Boston University
Therefore, for the admission process of international students, they make sure they understand the countries’ educational framework along with all other factors in consideration that can affect your education. They understand the impact a country’s economic, social, cultural, and political factors can have on the education system. While evaluating students' applications from different parts of the world, they consider all these factors and make well-informed decisions.
International students form the foundation for a diverse, well-connected, and globalized world. Therefore, universities take measures to ensure they provide a fair, just, safe, and apt study experience to their international students. Most universities have started providing information to students regarding the specific requirements they host from these students. For example, The London School of Economics and Political Science has a specific page for students applying for India.
Tip: If you’re unsure about what the testing policy of a particular university is for your particular curriculum, reach out to the admissions office and ask! They will most likely give you a more comprehensive overview of how they review your school curriculum.
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