TRAVEL TIPS

Informatic Services has a well co-coordinated Travel Desk that offers the following services to students:

  • Passport Application (New and Renewal).

  • Visa Guidance.

  • Discounted Air Ticketing.

  • Discounted Courier Services

  • Foreign Exchange Requirements

  • Internal Travel Arrangements

  • Tours Arrangements for Students with their Families

  • Airport Pickups

    • What is Financial Aid

    Financial aid is a means by which students can reduce or eliminate the expenses that they will incur in the course of their education overseas. Since education and living costs overseas can turn your life and pockets upside down; Financial aid is provided by various sources to minimize the financial burden on parents and students. Financial Aid is a term used to describe a number of sources and programs that assist students fund their education. There are three main types of financial aid, they are:
    • Scholarships /Grants /Fellowships /Assistantships / Need based aid - do not have to be paid back to the institution that provides it. They are given to students on a merit basis. Students applying for the MS degree, if you have a good academic record, can expect to fund your education abroad almost free of cost! Money is available from the universities in the form of a TA (teaching assistant) or a RA (research assistant) which enables the students to support themselves completely
    • Loans – have to be paid back. Loans can be borrowed from financial institutions or banks. Therefore if for any reason you are not eligible for a scholarship/fellowship/grant then this is an avenue to explore to fund your education
    • Student Employment programs – Money earned does not have to be paid back. Student employment programs are designed for students to work and earn. These enable you to work and pay off for your education costs simultaneously

    Safety Tips! :

    Be aware of your surroundings at all times. Don't wander through unfamiliar areas alone, and always remain alert.
    Don't go out alone at night. Even when you're with friends, stick to well-lit streets where there are a lot of people.
    Don't flash jewelry, expensive cameras, or electronic equipment.
    Use caution when walking or jogging. Remember that in some countries, drivers use the left side of the road. In certain areas, drivers may not expect anyone to be running along the road.