I grew up in a simple rural home in a quiet beach town in the Philippines, where dreams of studying abroad often felt like they belonged to someone else. My mom and dad worked so hard to send me to college, and I did everything I could on the side (talk about freelance jobs, tutoring, and whatever it took) to help make ends meet and earn my healthcare degree.
Pursuing higher studies has always been my dream. Not because it was easy or expected, but because I wanted to reach beyond what I saw growing up and contribute meaningfully to healthcare research and public health. I held onto that dream with quiet stubbornness. But that same stubbornness led me to take on the entire application process alone—no guidance, no mentor, just trial and error.
In September 2024, I found myself racing against the clock to apply for an MPH program—at a university known for its strong research focus, something I’ve always been drawn to, especially in the field of medical research. The scholarship deadline was just hours away. The requirements looked intimidating. I was overwhelmed and mentally preparing to let go of it all. I almost didn’t make it. Not because I lacked the drive, but because I didn’t know how.
Today, I’m studying for my Master’s in Public Health at the University of Essex, fully online and on a full scholarship! But looking back, I realize just how close I came to missing this opportunity. If I had known about platforms like Global Admissions, my path would have been clearer, faster, and far less overwhelming.
Stay with me.
My Application Journey: Messy but Worth It
When I decided to pursue a master’s in a university abroad, I had no roadmap. No counselor. No one told me that, actually, those “hard-to-get” documents weren’t impossible! I had bookmarked multiple MPH programs in the UK but every application platform had different requirements, different deadlines, and minimal guidance.
The Global Admissions scholarship was my last shot. I applied on the very last day, mostly driven by thoughts in my mind that said, “Hey, you’ve come this far. Don’t give up!”
But I nearly gave up. I overthought the requirements and assumed I wouldn’t make the cut.
But I pushed through (and got in).
That application changed my life. But the truth is, it didn’t have to be so stressful!
What I Wish I Knew Then
Here’s what would’ve helped me as a first-time international applicant:
- A centralized platform that listed reputable programs and filtered them by my field of interest.
- A way to compare scholarships, deadlines, and visa requirements side-by-side.
- Guidance on what to prioritize, how to prepare documents, and how to avoid common mistakes.
- A support team that could answer questions quickly without me spending hours lost in university forums!
In short, I needed what Global Admissions now offers: a streamlined, student-centered experience that empowers you to take action without second-guessing every step! And you can tell the people behind this platform genuinely get it—everything they do reflects that,
How Global Admissions Could’ve Made a Difference
If I had discovered Global Admissions earlier, I could have:
- Saved weeks of researching disorganized university websites.
- Avoided the stress of figuring out what was legit and what wasn’t.
- Applied more confidently, with clear instructions and faster feedback.
- Discovered other scholarship opportunities I didn’t even know existed!
So it’s not just about simplifying the application process. It’s about helping students believe they can do this and giving them the tools to get there.
So Don’t Let Confusion nor Stubbornness (like mine) Kill Your Dream!
Many international students give up not because they’re unqualified, but because the process feels impossible. And yes, I almost did too!
Platforms like Global Admissions don’t just make things easier. They make success a hard fact. So whether you’re dreaming of studying in Europe, America, Asia, or anywhere else in the world, don’t wait until the last minute like I did!
Start smart, start early, and start with the right platform.