Following is the list of benefits for using the services of a consultant and probable hassles for applying directly:
 
APPLYING BY YOURSELF USING AN AGENT
Q:-


Takes a long time to search for the required information and sometimes the information obtained in general in nature rather than being specific. Also it is not necessary that it is as valid and pertinent as you think of it. So, applying by yourself wastes time. A:-
The agent has all the information you need immediately - they will be able to find extra information more easily because of direct access to key persons or information outlet. So, it saves time.
Q:- No one available to help or guide you regarding the courses and places suitable for you. A:- Experienced, amiable and supporting staff at the consultant office is always ready to give you the proper assistance.
Q:- Information in prospectuses and brochures you have may be out of date - courses and places often get full quickly A:- Having the most up-to-date information on the course availability and direct links with the university/college the consultant shall be able to guarantee a place.
Q:- Getting a visa - you will have to fill in the application form by yourself, which is often difficult as most of the times visas are refused due to wrong entries in the application forms. A:- The consultant will help you fill in the visa application form with right entries in a professional manner and according to the latest rules. He may represent you in the embassy (when required) reducing your chances for the refusal tremendously.
Q:- Finding out if your admission has been granted often takes a long time! You may have no idea for tracking your application or pursuing further with the procedure.
A:- The consultant due to its exclusive access to the university/college can find status of your application early and guide your for further preparations accordingly.
Q:- Will I be granted an entry clearance or not? Does my application meet all the criteria set for a successful application? Questions like these may haunt your mind spoiling its peace and adding stress to it? A:- The consultant, having knowledge of all the intervening procedures, will take up the job of communication with the right office on your behalf would thus bring a soothing comfort to your worried mind.
Q:- You have to write your statement of purpose or admission essay, research proposal and educational references without any professional assistance. Any casual approach in this respect will meek your admission or entry clearance chances. A:- The consultant will help you in writing your admission essay or preparing in write up for your research proposal directly or guide you to the reference links or providing you with a model document to improve
your chances for acceptance

Q:- You will have to correspond with the university/college yourself and mail all your own documents. Sometimes you have to repeat the entire process with more than one college/ university or more than one departments. A:- The consultant on the student’s behalf corresponds with the right person at the right office in the university/college. He keeps in touch both with the student and the university.
Q:- You may be having a little information about countries abroad, their system of education, finding jobs, boarding and accommodation arrangements and other travel arrangements etc. A:- The staff at the consultant office is mainly trained by the relevant education department of the relevant embassy or consulate. They are well conversant of the education system of these countries, their culture, their social norms and visa procedures. They provide you with the precise information about all aspects.
  FINALLY, it will probably cost you more!!! The consultant offers his set of services at most reasonable and competitive rates.
     
   
 
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