International Students Archives - WES Thu, 23 Oct 2025 16:06:17 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.3 https://www.wes.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/cropped-WES_Logo_RGB-Primary_Green-Clearspace-e1719869905447-32x32.png International Students Archives - WES 32 32 How States Are Opening Their Own Pathways to Occupational Licensure  https://www.wes.org/resource-library/blog/global-mobility/how-states-are-opening-their-own-pathways-to-occupational-licensure/ Tue, 03 Sep 2024 18:25:57 +0000 https://www.wes.org/?p=45533 In the United States, key regulated industries like education, engineering, and health care face significant labor shortages that are predicted to deepen in the coming years. Experts in the health care area alone project a shortfall of over 900,000 nurses by 2030 and up to 86,000 physicians by 2036 as the country’s population ages and […]

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]]> The WES Credential Evaluation Process: A Step-by-Step Explanation https://www.wes.org/resource-library/blog/credential-advice/the-wes-credential-evaluation-process-explained/ Wed, 05 Jun 2024 02:38:22 +0000 https://www.wes.org/?p=44878 Have you ever wondered how the credential evaluation process works? In this article, we’ll explain what happens once we receive your documents for evaluation. Stage 1: Document Imaging  When your documents arrive at WES, they are carefully reviewed and scanned into our system. In many cases, we can accept electronic documents directly from your academic […]

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]]> How to Get Your Indian Degree Evaluated https://www.wes.org/resource-library/blog/credential-advice/how-to-get-your-indian-degree-evaluated/ Mon, 26 Feb 2024 19:00:54 +0000 https://www.wes.org/?post_type=advisor_blog&p=12277 We often hear the question, Can I use my Indian degree in the United States or Canada? The answer is yes! In fact, having your Indian degree evaluated by WES could set you up for your next big opportunity—whether that’s getting re-licensed in your occupation, continuing your education, or seeking employment after graduation.   Let’s talk […]

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]]> Tips for Completing Your WES Application https://www.wes.org/resource-library/blog/credential-advice/tips-for-completing-your-wes-application/ https://www.wes.org/resource-library/blog/credential-advice/tips-for-completing-your-wes-application/#respond Wed, 08 Nov 2023 19:19:22 +0000 https://www.wes.org/?post_type=advisor_blog&p=10822 Tips for Completing Your WES Application  A credential evaluation report is an important part of your immigration journey. It helps higher education institutions and employers understand the value of your academic qualifications. The goal of this blog post is to help you complete the credential evaluation process with relative ease.  Keep reading for helpful tips […]

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]]> https://www.wes.org/resource-library/blog/credential-advice/tips-for-completing-your-wes-application/feed/ 0 How To Apply To A U.S. University as an International Student https://www.wes.org/resource-library/blog/credential-advice/apply-to-a-us-university-international-student/ Tue, 10 Jan 2023 15:20:17 +0000 https://www.wes.org/?post_type=advisor_blog&p=37636 For many students around the world, the dream of studying in the United States lives on. Higher education in the U.S. is still highly coveted and remains very popular among international students.  According to U.S. News and World Report, half of the world’s top universities are in the U.S., and 15 of those rank in the […]

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]]> Everything You Need to Know About WES Digital Badges https://www.wes.org/resource-library/blog/credential-advice/wes-digital-badges/ Wed, 11 Dec 2019 22:00:59 +0000 https://www.wes.org/?post_type=advisor_blog&p=11930 When you purchase the WES International Credential Advantage Package (ICAP) in connection with your credential evaluation, you qualify for a WES Digital Badge. WES has partnered with Credly’s Acclaim, a leading digital credential service provider, to offer digital badges free of charge to qualified recipients. Ready to get started? Create an account now and select […]

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]]> Preview Your International Degree’s U.S. or Canadian Equivalency https://www.wes.org/resource-library/blog/credential-advice/preview-your-international-degree-today/ https://www.wes.org/resource-library/blog/credential-advice/preview-your-international-degree-today/#respond Mon, 16 Sep 2019 18:02:43 +0000 https://www.wes.org/?post_type=advisor_blog&p=2544 Have you ever wondered what your international credentials are worth? Are you curious about their U.S. or Canadian degree equivalency? We have the perfect solution for you! Check out our free WES Degree Equivalency Tool for a U.S. or Canadian equivalency preview. Why a Preview? When evaluated and recognized, your educational credentials can help unlock […]

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]]> https://www.wes.org/resource-library/blog/credential-advice/preview-your-international-degree-today/feed/ 0 Inside the WES Credential Evaluation Process: What You Need to Know https://www.wes.org/resource-library/blog/credential-advice/the-credential-evaluation-process/ Tue, 11 Dec 2018 21:16:13 +0000 https://www.wes.org/?post_type=advisor_blog&p=14559 After sending your documents to WES, you can check your status in My Account to learn when we have processed them in our system. Once your documents have been processed, our evaluators carefully review them to produce your credential evaluation report. While you are waiting for the evaluators to finish reviewing your documents, you may […]

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]]> Step-by-Step Guide: After You Submit Your Documents to WES https://www.wes.org/resource-library/blog/credential-advice/what-happens-after-you-send-your-documents-to-wes-2/ Wed, 03 Oct 2018 15:00:39 +0000 https://www.wes.org/?post_type=advisor_blog&p=13366 If you have decided to pursue a WES credential evaluation, you will need to fill out an online application, pay all necessary fees, and send WES your documents in the required format as specified on our website. After completing these steps, you must wait and monitor My Account for updates regarding your file. We will […]

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]]> Updated Document Requirements for Credential Evaluations from China https://www.wes.org/resource-library/blog/credential-advice/updated-document-requirements-for-china/ Fri, 27 Jul 2018 16:00:27 +0000 https://www.wes.org/?post_type=advisor_blog&p=11903 Because of recent changes in the higher education academic credential verification process in China, WES has modified the document requirements for applicants seeking to have their Chinese academic credentials evaluated. To help you understand the new document requirements, we have compiled a list of frequently asked questions and their answers below. When did the new […]

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]]> WES Credential Evaluations for Russian Students: A Comprehensive Guide https://www.wes.org/resource-library/blog/credential-advice/credential-evaluations-russian-students/ https://www.wes.org/resource-library/blog/credential-advice/credential-evaluations-russian-students/#respond Tue, 18 Apr 2017 15:47:16 +0000 https://www.wes.org/?post_type=advisor_blog&p=3776 The estimated population of Russia is 142 million. With a literacy rate of 98 percent, Russia is one of the most educated countries in Western Europe. In this post, we will review the structure of Russian education and how Russian students translate their education to North American education standards through a credential evaluation. The official […]

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