Meet the world’s highest ranked graduate programs at the QS World Grad School Tour on Sunday, September 20th. Get face time with admissions directors, enjoy free seminars on the GREs and GMATs, apply for $1.7 million worth of exclusive scholarships, discover new career paths, and explore the best graduate schools from all over the world. Plus, FindSpark will be hosting a free workshop on LinkedIn & social media from 4-4:30pm. Register here and mention FindSpark at the door to get in free (a savings of $15)!
When you’re just starting your career, or deciding to change things up and enter a new field, you have so many options to consider. Do you start work right away? Save up so you can enjoy some funemployment? Or dive into a new school to get another degree under your belt?
Attending grad school can have a huge impact on your career. A master’s degree in communications can can lead to earning 9% more on average in your lifetime than only holding a bachelor’s degree. In visual arts, a master’s can lead to an average difference of 13%, and in business, 27%. Even if a graduate degree isn’t required for your industry, it’s definitely worth considering.
We love NYC, but every now and then we’re ready for a change of scenery. Heading abroad for grad school can make you even more appealing to future employers because it provides you with a more diverse range of experience. Plus, overcoming the transition of moving to a new country will leave you feeling more confident in yourself.
We partnered with our friends at QS World Grad School Tour to show you some of the most beautiful grad school campuses all over the world. If these don’t give you the travel bug, we don’t know what will!
Photo courtesy of IE Business School
Madrid, Spain: IE Business School
Top ranked
This year, IE Business School was ranked the #1 B-school in the world for Executive MBA programs by The Economist. The prestigious program has received plenty of other top rankings and awards, too. Plus, its stunning campus is located in Spain’s capital, giving you easy access to all the city has to offer.
Did You Know: Madrid is home to the largest royal palace in Western Europe, some of the world’s best flamenco dancers, and Temple of Debod, an Egyptian temple.
Photo courtesy of Hult International Business School
Dubai, United Arab Emirates: Hult International Business School
Hult has campuses all over the world; from San Francisco to Shanghai, there are plenty of options to choose from. We were drawn to this campus not by its large, modern buildings, but by what’s inside. The classrooms and facilities at Hult had us thinking startup, not business school – and we love it.
Did You Know: Dubai is known for its beaches, markets, and dune bashing (off-roading on sand dunes).
Photos courtesy of City University of Hong Kong
Hong Kong, China: City University of Hong Kong
This school’s campus is so eclectic, one image really doesn’t do it justice. Between the modern, geometric buildings, the peaceful Chinese gardens, the National Palace Museum, and the bustling city of Hong Kong, we don’t see how you could ever get bored here.
Did You Know: Hong Kong is famous for its light shows, seafood, and Jumbo Kingdom, a floating restaurant.
Photo courtesy of University College London
London, England: University College London
Top ranked
The UCL community represents over 150 different countries, making its international students feel right at home. It earned the #5 spot in the QS World University Rankings and an Employer Review score of 99.4 out of 100. Located in the heart of London and surrounded by museums, shops, and libraries, UCL is a great option for city lovers.
Did You Know: Some of London’s must-see sights include the Natural History Museum, the Tate Modern, and the London Eye, Europe’s tallest ferris wheel.
Photo courtesy of Study London
London, England: London Business School
Top ranked
Clearly, London has no shortage of beautiful campuses. 97% of London Business School’s Masters in Management graduates accept a job offer within three months of their graduation. Many of its programs offer similarly impressive stats, and Financial Times named it the best business school in Europe just last year.
Photo courtesy of HIC Arquitectura
Paris, France: HEC School of Management
Top ranked
Last year, Financial Times named HEC the #2 European business school. Located just a fifteen minute drive from Versailles, this Parisian school’s clean architecture and top rankings make it an obvious choice.
Did You Know: Paris is your one-stop-shop for endless monuments, high fashion, and crazy delicious pastries.
Photo courtesy of University of Melbourne
Melbourne, Australia: University of Melbourne
Top ranked
In the QS World University Rankings, University of Melbourne was ranked #1 in Australia in fourteen different subjects, including arts and humanities, engineering and tech, and social sciences and management. If you think life down under might be for you – and you’re a fan of campus buildings that resemble castles – we recommend giving this Aussie school a look.
Did You Know: Melbourne is the home of vegemite and incredible street art, and used to be called Batmania (yup).
Photo courtesy of World Architects
Toronto, Canada: York University, Schulich School of Business
Top ranked
This bright, modern campus has some incredible rankings as well. In 2013, Forbes ranked it the top MBA program in Canada for return on investment – meaning you’re getting the most bang for your buck. Pretty impressive, eh?
Did You Know: Toronto is the home of one of the tallest towers in the world, Canada’s largest zoo, and some of the world’s biggest hockey fans.
Photo courtesy of University of Glasgow
Glasgow, Scotland: University of Glasgow
If you do a Google image search for this Scottish uni, Google prompts you to add “Hogwarts” to your query. One glance at its castle-like campus makes it clear why. If you’ve ever dreamed of living like Harry Potter himself, this is the campus for you!
Did You Know: Glasgow is considered Scotland’s style capital. It’s also known for its 20+ museums and art galleries, and…deep fried mars bars.
Photo courtesy of Il Salone del Risparmio
Milan, Italy: Università Bocconi
Top ranked
Ciao, bella! We love the unique feel of this Italian campus. In contrast to the old-school feel of Milan, it definitely stands out from the crowd. Bocconi prides itself on prepping its students to become leaders in creative fields, from visual arts and entertainment to fashion and publishing.
Did You Know: Milan is home to Da Vinci’s The Last Supper, some of the world’s best shopping, and, of course, all the gelato you can eat.
Photo courtesy of Trinity College Dublin
Dublin, Ireland: Trinity College Dublin
With programs in business, film, linguistics, and more, as well as endless research opportunities, this Irish school has something for everyone. A quick glance at their website makes it clear that they’re more than welcoming to international students.
Did You Know: U2, Oscar Wilde, and Bram Stoker, the creator of Dracula, all call Dublin home.
With so many options to choose from, it’s hard to know where to even begin your grad school search. Luckily, we’ve got awesome partners. Meet reps from all of these beautiful schools and tons more at the QS World Grad School Tour on Sunday, September 20th. Attendees will have the chance to apply for $1.7 million worth of exclusive scholarships while meeting admissions counsellors from the world’s most prestigious graduate programs. FindSpark community members get in free! Learn more and register here, then say our name at the door for free admission.
Meet the world’s highest ranked graduate programs at the QS World Grad School Tour on Sunday, September 20th. Get face time with admissions directors, enjoy free seminars on the GREs and GMATs, apply for $1.7 million worth of exclusive scholarships, discover new career paths, and explore the best graduate schools from all over the world. Register here and mention FindSpark at the door to get in free (a savings of $15)!
