Resources & Links
Tools I actually use.
No random affiliate spam. These are tools, services, and guides I've personally used or recommend to students I work with.
My Links
MPOWER Financing — Student Loans, No CosignerRecommended
Loans for international students. No collateral, no cosigner. US & Canada.
Join My Free Skool Community
Connect with international students and get exclusive tips
Find Your Perfect School — Culturo.io
Get personalized university recommendations for the US & Canada
Free Guide: Study in USA (Bachelor's)Recommended
Step-by-step guide to studying for free at the bachelor's level
Free Guide: Study in USA (Master's)Recommended
How to fund your master's degree in America
Free Guide: Study in USA (PhD)Recommended
Everything you need to know about fully funded PhDs
Book a 1-on-1 Call With Me
Get personalized advice for your study abroad journey
Get My Ebooks & Paid Guides
In-depth guides on studying in America & Canada
University of the People (Tuition-Free)
Accredited online American university — tuition free
University Admissions
Culturo.ioRecommended
Get personalized university recommendations based on your profile, budget, and goals. The smartest way to find your perfect school in the US or Canada.
“I built Culturo to solve a problem I saw every day — students wasting hours on school research. It gives you personalized university recommendations based on your profile, budget, and goals in minutes.”
University of the PeopleRecommended
Tuition-free, accredited online American university. Get a real US degree without the massive price tag. I highly recommend this.
“This is one of the best-kept secrets in education. A fully accredited, tuition-free American university where you can earn a real degree online. I recommend it to every student who wants a US degree without the massive price tag.”
Common App
Apply to over 1,000 colleges and universities with one application. Essential for US university applications.
OUAC (Ontario)
The Ontario Universities Application Centre — your gateway to applying to universities in Ontario, Canada.
Funding & Student Loans
MPOWER FinancingRecommended
This is my #1 recommendation for student loans. No cosigner, no collateral — designed specifically for international students at 400+ schools in the US and Canada. I've seen this help hundreds of students fund their education.
“I've personally seen hundreds of students use MPOWER to fund their education. The application takes about 15 minutes, and you can get a decision within days — no cosigner or collateral required. If you need a student loan, this is where I'd start.”
Wise (TransferWise)
Send money internationally with the real exchange rate. Save up to 8x compared to traditional banks.
Test Preparation
Magoosh
Affordable online test prep for TOEFL, IELTS, GRE, GMAT, and SAT. Great video lessons and practice questions.
“Affordable and effective test prep. Their video lessons break down complex topics clearly, and the practice questions are spot-on for what you'll see on test day.”
ETS TOEFL
Official TOEFL test registration and free practice materials. Most US universities accept TOEFL scores.
IELTS Official
Register for IELTS and access free preparation materials. Preferred by Canadian universities.
Student Life Essentials
Amazon Student Essentials
Everything you need for your dorm room and student life. Get started with Amazon Prime Student for free.
GrammarlyRecommended
AI-powered writing assistant that helps you write better essays, emails, and assignments in English.
“Essential for any international student writing in English. I use it myself for emails, content, and everything in between. The free version is solid, but Premium catches way more.”
Notion
All-in-one workspace for notes, tasks, and project management. Free for students. Perfect for organizing your studies.