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What our students went on to do, and the lessons their journeys offer the next cohort.

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The Golden Ticket: Germany’s 18-Month Job Seeker Visa Explained
Germany’s 18-month post-study visa is the "Golden Ticket" for international graduates. This comprehensive guide breaks down Section 20 AufenthG, from unrestricted work rights to the 2026 financial thresholds.
5 Jan 2026

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CV vs Resume: 5 Mistakes Americans Make When Applying for Jobs in Europe
The transition from the American "Résumé" to the European "Curriculum Vitae" represents a profound philosophical schism. Discover the five catastrophic mistakes that stall global careers.
22 Dec 2025

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Chasing the Blue: Why the EU Blue Card for Americans is the New Frontier
As the US H-1B visa becomes more costly and uncertain, the EU Blue Card is emerging as the premier choice for American tech professionals. Discover why Berlin and Amsterdam are becoming the new Silicon Valleys.
22 Dec 2025

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Rhythm and Robotics: Milica’s Journey to CU Boulder
How does a 4x National Dance Champion get into Robotics at CU Boulder? Read Milica’s journey from Serbia to a top US engineering program.
19 Nov 2025

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From Post-War Bosnia to Silicon Valley: Studying Computer Science at UC Berkeley
Follow Elena’s journey from post-war Bosnia to UC Berkeley. Learn how she combined national math awards and athletics to enter a top Computer Science program.
12 Nov 2025

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How Jana Turned a Robotics & Art Portfolio into a Full Scholarship for Game Design
Discover how an international student turned a mixed portfolio of robotics and art into a full-ride Game Design scholarship at Drexel University in the United States. Read her story.
5 Nov 2025

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From National Chemistry Champion to Genetics at Toronto: Milica's Story
How Milica turned a national Chemistry title, published research, and a published-research credential into a Genetics seat at the University of Toronto.
29 Oct 2025

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Why Medals Aren't Enough: Securing a Full Scholarship for Mathematics at the University of Oxford
Sara, a European Girls' Math Olympiad medalist, reveals why trophies aren't enough and how she mastered the interview to win a full scholarship for Mathematics at the University of Oxford.
22 Oct 2025

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How Vuk Won a Spot at TU Delft Computer Science
A national rower and math medalist tells how an October start became a May TU Delft acceptance — and why the Netherlands beat Sweden for him.
15 Oct 2025

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How Vuk Won a Full Scholarship for Economics and Management at Bocconi University
From defaulting to the US to landing a full scholarship at Bocconi — Vuk's story is the case for choosing the European institution that actually fits.
8 Oct 2025

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The Mathematician Poet: Strahinja’s Path to Theoretical Mathematics at Paris-Saclay
Meet Strahinja Gvozdić, the "Mathematician Poet" who balanced national arts awards and scientific research to secure his place in Theoretical Mathematics at Paris-Saclay.
1 Oct 2025

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Pavle’s Journey to the Bachelor of Science at École Polytechnique
Meet Pavle, the physics whiz who turned a change of plans into a full scholarship for the Bachelor of Science at École Polytechnique.
24 Sept 2025

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The Polyglot Scientist: How Iva Won a Full Scholarship to the Sorbonne
Four C1 language diplomas, Petnica research credentials, and a 10-of-10 acceptance ratio: how Iva's interdisciplinary profile won a full ride to the Sorbonne.
17 Sept 2025

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The Renaissance Student: Andreja’s Journey to Psychology at the University of Padua
Read how Andreja Jevtic, a national language champion and Petnica researcher, secured his spot to study Psychology at the University of Padua.
10 Sept 2025

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From Science Olympiad Bronze to a Full Scholarship at the University of Oxford
Anja shares her honest advice on navigating the US vs. UK application systems and how she eventually secured a Full Scholarship at the University of Oxford.
3 Sept 2025

