Universities & admissions Questions

Australia has three main intakes. February is the largest and starts around late February or early March, July starts around late July or early August, and November, the least common, starts in November, with dates varying by university. Some universities also add April starts.

For the Winter 2028 intake in Canada, you should typically start researching in early 2027, apply around May to August 2027, respond to decisions around August to October 2027, and finish the study permit before January 2028. Deadlines vary by university and course, so check each official page.

It is generally best to apply to the Fall intake in Canada if you want the maximum choice of courses. Fall usually offers the widest range, Winter is moderate depending on the course, and Summer is usually limited. Your timeline and wanted programs also matter, so check course pages.

Indian students typically go through three stages: complete a 4-year bachelor's degree, build medical, research and volunteer experience, then apply through AMCAS, fill Harvard's application and attend an interview. Harvard asks for one year of study in the US or Canada if your degree is from India. Check official page.

Some US universities let you start a full degree in summer, such as Arizona State University, University of Arizona and Bowling Green State University for selected programs. Others, such as Harvard Summer School and Boston University, run summer sessions only, with no degree admission. Confirm on your program page

Plan a UK May intake by confirming your course lists a May start, keeping one deadline sheet for application, deposit and CAS dates, booking English tests early, asking about fees, planning funds and looking for funding and housing early. Only selected universities run May intakes, so check each one.

International students can find funding at Ivy League universities, though policies differ by institution. Much of this support is need-based rather than merit-based. Indian students can apply to all eight Ivy League universities, so check each school's aid rules, eligibility and application requirements before applying.

The Clarendon Fund covers full course fees plus a living grant, with full-time scholars receiving at least GBP 20,780 a year for living expenses. It is open to all nationalities, and eligible applicants are automatically considered when they submit their Oxford graduate application by the deadline.