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SOPWriter:
How to Choose the Right School for a Postgraduate Program

When it comes to choice of school, some individuals consider this as an herculean task, and that is why it could be hard to answer the “Why this school?” question, when standing in front of that beast of a VO.

As usual, I will be brief while giving out my tips.

You are welcome to ask your questions as we proceed.

STEP 1
Search for the best set of schools in your field: There are numerous prestigious schools around the world, but each is known for the quality of students it produces (in a particular discipline or more).
Now, before choosing an institution that you want to invest your precious time and money into, you should crosscheck it to know if it really worth it. Go on the internet, and then research about its exploit in your field. A website such as https://www.usnews.com is a good tool.

Step 2
Check the cost: There is this saying, “Soup wey sweet, na money kill am.” Meaning, something good costs money. The next thing after listing out the schools that are in line with your goal is to check the tuition to see if you are capable of affording them. If you can’t, there is option of financial aid, especially if you have good academic qualifications. Contact financial aid immediately! Inquire!

STEP 3
Check and confirm you meet each of the school’s academic qualification: This is quite straightforward. Visit the school’s admission eligibility page to see if you meet its admission requirements. Don’t waste application fee!

STEP 4
Apply: You are wondering if it is that simple? Of course, yes, it is as simple as that. Go ahead and apply to that school of your interest, and then follow up with the undergraduate or graduate admission office via phone call or email.


I have taken out of my valuable time to write this short piece, in order to guide someone out there, and I hope you will find this useful.

I wish that somebody a good kind of luck.

Kudos to you @Sopwriter, i've read a couple o posts testifying of your kind help.
Kindly come to my aid!
Am just starting the whole process, though i've found a couple of schools in Canada to pursue M.Arch.
however, am yet to apply because i need the advise, I am married with two children and i wish to move with them,
Is there a way i may capture them?
Is canada a better option compared to USA
I have a good number of people in the US that could be of help, but i discovered that American universities tuition is on the high side compared to Canada.
Counsels from oters would be highly appreciated as well.

Hi,
How has it been with your wife's Visitor visa or SOWP?
Also, kindly give a hint on the dos and don't of getting a study permit.
Thanks.

DamilareOla:
Hello All.

I am new here. I recently got my study permit approved on the 3rd of February for the Fall session.

We want to apply for my wifey around July/August (a Visitor visa or SOWP).

Which would you advise?
What are the steps to take/document to submit?

Kindly help.
Thank you.

I just got a Canadian University planning to apply (M.Sc), could you/anyone enlighten on how to go about it please.
I want to go with my spouse and two children.
Thanks.

metrecube:
PPR for SOWP in 3 months
First child: S P
Second Child: V V
CIC honoured me with approval on my birthday
It shall go round in Jesus name.
I will send the list of documents submitted later.

I need help please!
I purchased a land in about 14 months ago,
I collected all the necessary documents but didn't sign the deeds of assignment.
I wanted to sign the assignment recently BUT the seller is not willing to sign.
Kindly advise PLEASE.