What does Collegepond do?

Collegepond is a premier online/offline-counselling, career guidance, test preparation, and admissions counselling outfit. Our primary goal is to guide our students to success and our strength lies in highlighting the most optimal path to help them accomplish their career ambitions.

What services does Collegepond provide?

Collegepond provides services in counselling, admissions and test preparation for study abroad aspirants with regards to MBA, MS, PHD, Undergrad, GRE, GMAT, TOEFL, IELTS and PTE. It also provides Forex Services, Education Loan, Courier and Pre Departure Services.

Is Collegepond Counselling Free?

Yes, Collegepond offers each new student a free counselling session of 30 minutes. Please fill the form to schedule a one to one counselling session with our experts.

Is Collegepond good for MS counselling?

A masters abroad broadens one’s scope making them competent for the global job market. And thus, Collegepond plays a significant role in getting students admitted into the top universities abroad for MS and pivot their career trajectory.

Does Collegepond offer undergrad services?

Yes, we offer undergrad services. You can now connect with Collegepond to Accomplish Your Undergraduate Study Abroad Aspirations!

Can I approach Collegepond for an MBA abroad?

A Master of Business Administration (MBA) is one of the most sought-after programs that can elevate your career progression. It can help to enhance your professional skills and acquire industry-specific knowledge. Collegepond provides all the necessary services for aspirants willing to pursue an MBA abroad.

Who founded Collegepond?

Suraj Bajaj & Jimeet Sanghavi. Suraj Bajaj has spent a significant part of his life in the US. Having completed his undergraduate dual degree from the University of Pennsylvania, i.e., Bachelor of Science from the Wharton School of Business and Bachelor of Arts from College of Arts and Sciences, and his MBA from Columbia Business School, Suraj has spent 15 years working at leading investment banks and Big 4 Accounting firms, where in addition to his work responsibilities, he was involved in recruiting new graduates as well as lateral hires. Suraj is responsible for the strategic direction of the Company. Jimeet Sanghavi has relocated after a stint of 5 years on Wall Street. After graduating in Computer Science from Stony Brook University, he has worked in the IT, Finance, and Chemical Sectors before his love for teaching made him foray into the Educational Domain. He was instrumental in a student securing a your perfect 340/340 in the Revised GRE exam. Jimeet oversees and focuses on building the student network at Collegepond.

Is Collegepond GRE coaching available online?

Yes, Collegepond does provide coaching services for GRE, along with GMAT, IELTS, TOEFL, & PTE.

Can I get an education loan through Collegepond?

Yes, Collegepond’s loan assistance team helps study abroad aspirants get education loans with the best interest rates possible.

Does Collegepond offer any forex services?

Yes, Collegepond does offer forex services and ensures that none of their clients fall victim to any unscrupulous practices.

Are there any discounts available with Collegepond?

Indeed! With Collegepond TOEFL code, students can avail a discount of $10, in their TOEFL exam.

VISA & Predeparture

What are the common F1 visa interview questions asked?

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Following are some questions asked in USA Visa Interviews:

After you get a US degree, would you like to pursue higher Studies in the US?
Why did you select US for higher studies? Isn’t this course offered by any university or college in India?
What is the purpose of your trip?
Have you ever been to the US?
Can you tell me something about your university? Why have you chosen this specific university?
Where is the university/college located?
Why did you choose this institution and how did you find about it?
Can you mention the names of some professors and their achievements?
Did you receive any scholarships?
Why did you select this course? Is it relevant to your previous studies?

What is the scope of your course in India?
How will you benefit doing this course?
What is the course commencement date?
Where will you stay in the US?
What were your subjects in the last course of study (High School, Degree, or Master’s)?
How will you finance your education for 4 years? (Generally, you have to prove that you can fund the first year of your education but we suggest that you be prepared with this answer)
What are your plans after completing your higher education abroad studies?
Have you researched your career prospects?
What will you do after completing your Master’s?
How much money can you earn after completing your studies?
Do you intend to work in the US during or after the completion of your studies?
How can you prove that you will come back after finishing your studies?
Do you have any relatives in the US?
Do you know anyone (in the USA) at your University?
Why should I grant you US VISA?
What will you do if your US Visa is rejected?
Have you ever visited any other country?
Will you come back home during the summers?
What will you do during the off period/semester?
What is the mascot of your university?
Which University?
Why did you choose this University?
Any backlogs?
So, what is your academic score?
Why do you want to do MS in US?
What will you do after 2 years? (i.e. after completion of studies)
What kind of job will you work in?
What is your CGPA?
When did you graduate?
What have you been doing since graduation?
Working, why do you want to quit and pursue higher studies?
Why did you change your University?
How many universities have you applied to?
Do you think that your certification is useful for your studies? (some extra certification)
Attending for the visa interview for the second time? What happened last time?
Who is sponsoring your education?
What does the sponsor do?
What does your mother do?
Why not an education loan?
How did you come to know about this university?
Attending SUNY Buffalo, nice, Why did you apply to NYU Poly? (they may ask questions about your other Admits)
Have you travelled to any other country?
What’s your purpose of travel?
So why did you choose ___________ University amongst other admits?
Why do you choose this subject?
What’s the duration of the course?
What is your area of interest?
What have you changed from the previous interview?
Is this your first master’s?
Did you apply to any other country? Why not?
Why do you want to study in USA?
By the way, which cities do you plan to visit in USA in your first 6 months? Any travel plans made?