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Arkansas State University offers more than 170 degree courses to international students every year. Some of the popular courses at the university are given as follows:

·       Registered Nursing

·       General Studies

·       Business Administration and Management

·       General Psychology

·       Biology and Biological Sciences

·       Criminology

·       Agricultural Business Operations

·       Finance

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The application fee for undergraduate and graduate international students is USD 40 ( INR 3,280). For doctorate students, the application fee is USD 50 ( INR 4,100). The application fee is non-refundable. However, students facing financial problems can request a fee waiver. Applicants can pay the application fee while submitting the application on the university's portal.

The CEPT University average package is yet to be released. Meanwhile, the median package trends for CEPT placements from 2020 to 2022 are showcased below:

NOTE: The aforementioned salary statistics are gathered from the NIRF report 2023. 

The application deadline for international students at Arkansas State University are given as follows:

Yes, the University has a 'Career Services Office' that helps in the placement of its graduating students and has developed a planned programme to reach all possible prospective recruiters. As per the NIRF report 2023, 58% of BArch and 76% of MArch students were placed during CEPT placements 2022. All the important details related to CEPT University placements 2022 are mentioned below:

NOTE: The entire details mentioned above are from the NIRF report 2023. 

The cost of attending Arkansas State University can vary depending on the main factors, such as course the level of study (UG and PG). However, International students considering this university could be a little higher than compared to US citizens. The UG programme Academic tuition fee for international students is around (INR 10 L - 15L) per annum, depending on the course. It’s (INR 11 L- 15L) for PG programs.

International students must submit proof of English Language proficiency to be considered for Arkansas State University admission ( especially in non-English speaking countries). Students can demonstrate that they are proficient in English by submitting the English proficiency test scores.

GRE score is required for particular courses; however, to be admitted to the MBA and MS courses it is recommended to have a strong academic profile, including competitive scores in the GMAT or GREs.  However, the admission process at Columbia takes a holistic approach, considering multiple factors in the student's profile. These factors include Leadership, Work experience, essays, LOR and interviews that the students give during their admission process. 

The Arkansas State University acceptance rate is around 70% for international students. This means that only 70% of applicants are admitted annually out of the 100 applications received. It is also important to note that meeting minimum requirement criteria doesn’t guarantee admission during selection. However, applicants should do their best to present a strong application highlighting their academic achievements, experience and extracurricular activities to increase their chances of acceptance.

SASTRA Deemed-to-be-University puts constant efforts for providing students with best facilities, course curriculum, and opportunities for the students. SASTRA Deemed-to-be-University has collaborated with:

·       Right Management, which ensures to provide practical skills and real time industrial knowledge. The company operates in 40+ countries.

·       Students also get benefit from India Accelerator, which accelerate start-up and entrepreneurial ideas of the students.

Some of the New Zealand universities that rank well in the QS Engineering & Technology rankings are given below:

The university has welcomed more than 500 international students from over 60 countries in the world. Arkansas State University offers over 170 degree options on eight college campuses. Arkansas State University offers various UG and PG programs that have been redesigned to cater to the academic needs of international students. However, the university allows International students get admission based on merit no entrance exam is required. Lastly, Arkansas State University is an inclusive and welcoming institution and provides a safe environment for international students regardless of their nationality, colour and background.

Yes, New Zealand is a great place to study Engineering with a wide range of courses offered. As per student reviews, the university courses of study are research led and are generally academic rather than professional. Some of the reasons to study Engineering in New Zealand are:

• Attain a world-class education in a fantastic location
• Learn in a hands-on learning environment
• Open the door to a huge range of job opportunities
• Get internationally recognised recognition

According to Talent.com, the average Engineer salary in New Zealand is $99,976 per year. Entry-level positions start at $77,410 per year, while the most experienced workers make up to $132,195 per year. According to Payscale, the average base salary of a B.Tech graduate is NZ$77,000 per year. Check the table given below to know about the average salary of the job profiles:

The top specializations for BTech in New Zealand are:

• Electronics Engineering
• Computer Science
• Computer Science Engineering
• Information Systems
• Electrical Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Mechatronics Engineering

After completion of the BDes programme, students are open to various career options. Below are the job profiles available after BDes:

Job scope after BDes

The first-year tuition fee to study BTech in New Zealand is in the range of INR 10 Lacs – INR 40 lakh. A majority of the universities have the first-year tuition fee in the range of INR 20 Lacs – INR 40 lakh.

The entry requirements to study BTech in New Zealand are:

• Formal Schooling
• Class 12 with a minimum of 75%
• A degree from a recognised university
• Statement of Purpose
• Resume
• IELTS / TOEFL / PTE scores