In the last episode, we covered Ashutosh Borkar’s research mechanism and entrance exam. In this episode, we will cover information about SOP, his future plans and how he found a perfect education loan partner.

 

Key highlights

·       What study abroad students must know about Statement of Purpose (SOP)

·       His future plans

·       How did his search for the perfect student loan partner direct him to Avanse Financial Services?

o   Research

o   His experience

 

What study abroad students must know about Statement of Purpose (SOP)

SOP is an essay that captures your academic journey and why you seek admission into a specific university. Ashutosh included his qualifications, project work, work experience and all the relevant information that showcased his talent, skills and motivation to pursue higher education at the University of Michigan. He also stressed sending an error-free SOP, so ensure you check the spelling mistakes and grammar before finalising it.

 

The SOP should be engaging as several students will be applying along with you, and you need to stand out. The moderator will also analyse if your previous program aligns with your chosen course and if you possess the basic skills. There is a word limit that you must bear in mind when drafting SOP. Depending on the university, the SOP can be 1,000-1,500 words long.

 

·       Things to include in the SOP

o   Inspiration to pursue your preferred study program

o   Academic qualifications and achievements

o   Projects/practicals

o   Publications (if any)

o   Extra-curricular activities

o   Certification programs

o   Work experience (if any)

o   Reasons to choose your university and destination

o   Short-term and long-term goals

o   Career aspirations

 

His future plans

His smart plan is to gain work experience in the US and pay off his student loan, as Ashutosh is confident about enormous opportunities in the US market. Therefore, he has decided to work abroad, gain some experience, pay off his education loan and then return to his home country. This will work in his favour as he can repay the study loan while building his successful career.

 

How did his search for the perfect student loan partner direct him to Avanse Financial Services?

 

·       Research: Ashutosh quickly required a sanction letter for an education loan for the visa process. Secondly, keeping his preferences and financial requirement in mind, he chose an unsecured loan (without collateral) over a secured loan (with collateral). He researched online to find a lender that offered unsecured student loans with quick sanctions. He shortlisted a few financial institutions, including Avanse Financial Services, and shared his contact details to receive calls. One of his friends had taken a study loan from Avanse, who shared his positive experience with Ashutosh.

 

·       His experience: Ashutosh shared that he had a hassle-free education loan journey. The team educated him about the documentation procedure and answered all his doubts. The transparent process further boosted his confidence. The quick sanction assisted him in providing proof of funds to the visa authorities, which quickened his visa approval.

 

So, in this episode, we covered interesting information about the Statement of Purpose (SOP), his future plans, and how his search for the perfect student loan partner directed him to Avanse Financial Services. In the next episode, we will cover his student visa experience and valuable advice for study abroad students. Meanwhile, if you have any doubts, please share them with us. We will be glad to answer them all.