Study Abroad

The Duolingo English Test Price for Indian students is USD 70 (6,000 approxx.) from February 2025. This fee is to buy just one test. If you want to buy another bunddle test (2 tests) the price is USD 118 (USD 59 per test). 

In the QS World University Ranking 2025, Leeds Beckett University ranks #1001. Moreover, LBU also ranks #801 in THE 'University Ranking' category 2024 and #78 in The Complete University Guide 'University Ranking' category in 2025. This reveals that LBU is a good choice for one's study-abroad journey.

Arizona State University is a public research university in Tempe, Arizona, United States. ASU is ranked #1 in the U.S. for innovation as per a top-ranking publisher in 2025. It is also a No.1 university in the U.S. chosen by international students among public universities, according to Institute of International Education in 2024. In terms of employability, ASU ranks #2 in the U.S. for employability among public universities, according to Global Employability University Rankings and Survey 2025.

ASU University USA is one of the No. 1 public university chosen by international students. As per the recent facts, there are 14,600 international students. ASU is one of the largest public universities in U.S with over 80,000 students enrolled on campus. There are over 6,600 Indian students enrolled at this university. A major part of the student population comprises of Indian students.

Proof of language proficiency is required, and certificates approved by the German government such as IELTS, TOEFL, Goethe Institut, or ÖSD are accepted. A minimum B2 level in either German or English is typically required. However, PhD applicants and Erasmus Mundus Scholarship holders may be exempt.

The German study visa processing time usually takes 2-3 months in India. If the waiting time is shorter, the process might be completed before also. 

To apply for a German student visa, one usually need the following documents:

• A valid passport

• Completed national visa application form

• Two recent biometric photographs

• Proof of admission from a German educational institution

• Proof of financial resources (e.g., blocked account or sponsorship)

• Health insurance coverage (minimum coverage of €30,000)

• Academic records and qualifications

• Curriculum vitae (CV)

• Motivational letter explaining your study plans

California State University - Chico has housed several prominent individuals from the past & present generations who have used respective knowledge & talents to shape their industries. Listed below are some of the more notable alumni members:

• Raymond Carver: Writer & Poet
• Clair Engle: United States Senator 
• Mat Kearney: American Musician
• Chris Wondolowski: American Soccer Player
• Bill Wattenburg: American Inventor & Engineer

Chico is referred to as the cultural and economic center of the northern Sacramento Valley & also as a college town housing the California State University, Chico. The town is also home to the Bidwell Park which is one of the largest urban parks in the world.

Listed below are some popular tourist attractions for students to visit:

• Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.
• Bidwell Park
• Chico Certified Farmer's market
• Silverdollar Speedway
• The Gateway Science Museum