Study Abroad

No, it is not right to fill GLAT application form 2026 using a mobile phone. They can visit the cyber cafe to fill out the GLAT 2026 application form. As filling the application form needs uploading scanned images of photo, signature and other required documents, it could be difficult to resize and upload these documents if filling the form through mobile.

It is smart to have backup  plans. Apply to several universities and not just one. Getting into your top choice isn't guaranteed because many students apply and competition is tough. Having other options saves you time and stress if your first choice says no.

The earlier you start preparing for the fall intake in UK, the better. Get your test scores, documents, finances and other related requirements ready well before the admission applications commence. You must start at least 15 months before the desired intake. You should also be prepared with complete information on your finances/scholarships/loans.

Yes, for 2025, the Columbia Business School saw its MBA graduates accept full time positions with 346 organizations worldwide. Moreover,   more than 200 employers hired CBS MBAs for the first time. Of the 92% students who received a job offer, 90% accepted a job role within 3 months.

No, the Chevening Scholarship is awarded only for taught master's programs in the UK. The research-based master's programs (such as MRes), PhD and DPhil are ineligible for this scholarship.

There is no official requirement to resign from your job. You have to be available for receiving scholarship award. Talk to your employer in advance.

Universities usually do not give minimum SAT cutoff for admissions. So applicants should check the previous year's trends. Based on those scores, prepare and set a goal.

No, requirement of English language to apply for the Chevening Scholarship was removed in 2020. However, as other points of the eligibility criteria for the Chevening Scholarship, students will be required to have received at least 1 offer from their three choices, which may require them to have proof of English proficiency. 

Chevening scholarship's shortlisting process from the date of the application deadline to the date of conditional selection of the recipients may take somewhere around 8 months applications to come up to the final list. 

FCDO expects Chevening scholars to prioritise their studies. However it also recognises the value of gaining work experience in the UK to enhance your career and overall experience. For this reason, ensure that any work you do complies with your visa conditions and does not interfere with your academic studies and performance.

If you are unsure about your visa permissions for work, contact the welfare and immigration team of the Chevening Scholarship with a copy of your visa and passport for clarification.