Free tool

Personal study abroad planner

Choose your target intake and get a backward plan from 18 months out to departure. Signed in? One click saves every milestone to your checklist with dates.

When do you want to start?

We build a backward plan from your first month on campus.

A planning template based on common application cycles — adjust freely; your programs' official deadlines always come first.

  1. February 2026

    Self-assessment & goal setting

    Confirm your target degree, field, and 3–5 destination countries.

  2. April 2026

    Start test preparation

    Begin IELTS/TOEFL prep; register for a test date 3 months out.

  3. June 2026

    Shortlist universities & scholarships

    Save 8–12 programs and every matching scholarship to your dashboard.

  4. August 2026

    Take language test (first attempt)

    Sit IELTS/TOEFL. Leave room for one retake.

  5. October 2026

    Request transcripts & certificates

    Order official transcripts, degree certificates, and attestation.

  6. November 2026

    Draft your statement of purpose

    Write your SOP/essay and get 2 rounds of feedback.

  7. December 2026

    Secure recommendation letters

    Ask 2–3 referees early; share your CV and goals with them.

  8. January 2027

    Take subject tests if needed

    GRE/GMAT where programs require them.

  9. February 2027

    Finalize applications

    Adjust SOP per program; verify every document against each checklist.

  10. March 2027

    Submit applications

    Submit before deadlines — target at least 2 weeks early.

  11. April 2027

    Apply for scholarships & funding

    Submit scholarship applications and loan/finance inquiries.

  12. May 2027

    Track interviews & results

    Prepare for interviews; respond to offers quickly.

  13. June 2027

    Accept offer & pay deposit

    Accept your offer and secure your place.

  14. June 2027

    Apply for student visa

    Financial documents, medicals, biometrics — follow the embassy checklist.

  15. July 2027

    Pre-departure

    Book flights, housing, insurance, currency, and airport pickup.

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