How does an American obtain detailed information on becoming an international student? New Zealand maybe?
My boyfriend would like to be an international student (not an exchange student). He is interested in New Zealand but we arent sure how to obtain further information on this process. Grants, loans, vaccinations, legal papers, bringing domestic pets and dependents (children & myself) etc.
I am an American who obtained my Masters Degree in England. You need to conduct much research about your intended country.
Each country has their own rules about who may come to study, as well as any visa requirements for families. (Spouse and children). Unless you have been living together at the same residence for at least two years, you may not be able to apply for a family visa since you are not married.
You may need to consider leaving the pets at home with family and friends, as most countries will require any pet to remain in quarantine for a period of time – which can be months.
Additionally, oftentimes there are financial requirements showing you have a certain amount of money saved in order to obtain a student visa to another country. You need to understand all of this, and also must be accepted to a University prior to applying for loans and grants.
Check out the website below, it is targeted to potential international students.
Also your boyfriend should contact the university he is interested in studying at for more information.
Good luck.
