.…UK, US, Canadian universities to provide scholarship information at upcoming Int’l education fair
According to a 2024 pulse survey conducted by ApplyBoard, 65 percent of international students expressed strong interest in studying abroad at leading destinations such as the United States (US), United Kingdom (UK), and Canada despite their high tuition costs.
This preference has remained consistent even as alternative study abroad destinations are gradually gaining popularity, like Finland, Denmark, Germany, China and others.
This outcome followed the earlier finding that 84 percent of respondents prioritised tuition fees as a key factor in deciding where to study. Despite concerns over rising costs, only 9 percent of respondents stated they planned to defer their studies due to financial constraints
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The survey of over 3,500 students from 84 countries shed light on the key factors influencing international study decisions. The most represented nations in the study were Nigeria, Ghana, Canada, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and India.
While cost remains a decisive factor, students also consider career prospects when selecting a study destination.
Other results of the survey shows that 68 percent consider post graduate work opportunities, 61 percent consider opportunities for permanent migration, 60 percent consider opportunities to work while studying, while 57 percent consider visa processing times and approval rates (57 percent).
Additionally, 55 percent of students said they would have to work part-time to afford their study abroad program.
Khaled El Hennawy, associate vice president, ApplyBoard, says, “Our comprehensive report equips Nigerian students with the insights they need to make informed decisions about their academic journeys and position themselves for success in the evolving global workforce.”
“In a bid to enable these institutions to increase communication about scholarships and financial aid, various institutions in the United States, United Kingdom and Canada will be having an education fair in Lagos and Abuja, where the education recruiters will be available to communicate these to prospective students”.
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According to him, the fair is targeted at students planning for the 2025 and 2026 intake and for families seeking guidance on international education.
Attendees will be able to submit applications on the spot, access application fee waivers and scholarship information, explore student loan options, receive personalised visa counselling, and speak directly with university and college representatives.
Here are details of the international education fair:
Lagos fair
Date: May 21, 2025
Venue: The Providence Hotel, Ikeja
Registration: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Event: 11 am to 4 pm
Participating institutions include the University of Greenwich, University of Hertfordshire, University of Law, Central Michigan University, Shorelight, Yorkville University, Algoma University, Thompson Rivers University, Niagara College Canada, and others.
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Abuja fair
Date: May 23, 2025
Venue: Abuja Continental Hotel
Registration: 10am to 11 am
Event: 11 am to 4 pm
Participating institutions include, the University of Greenwich, University of Brighton, Bangor University, University of Law, Central Michigan University, Thompson Rivers University, Trent University, University of Regina, Yorkville University, Algoma University, Southern Alberta Institute of Technology, and others.
