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Top 14 universities with the most billionaire alumni (2026)
Did you know Elon Musk, CEO of SpaceX and Tesla, has a degree in economics and physics from the University of Pennsylvania? Source: Elon Musk via X Copy link text Bill Gates. Elon Musk. Jeff Bezos. Billionaires who built global empires and changed industries. Now, thanks to the AI explosion, booming markets, and favorable fiscal policies, the number has gone up. In fact, in total, more than 3,400 people made this year’s list, and they’re richer than ever — worth a record total of over US$20 trillion.
The best Korean universities for international students – with English programmes!
Korea boasts over 30 universities in the QS World University Rankings. Source: Pexels Copy link text Not many know about the best Korean Universities for international students, but the country’s popularity comes as no surprise. It boasts amazing food like Korean barbeque with fresh kimchi and a massive range of Korean beauty and skincare products. It is also home to the most popular K-Pop groups like LE SSERAFIM, TXT, (G)I-DLE and of course, NewJeans.
How to apply for university in the world’s most popular study abroad countries
Copy link text If you’ve just finished high school – or are on the verge of finishing –, congratulations! You’ve made it through your teenage years, and are now ready for the next big step. When it comes to the topic of how to apply for university, you may be feeling unsure or conflicted. Understandably so, because it’s one of the biggest, most nerve-racking decisions you have to make. Your future depends on the choices you make now.
Best countries for international students to study and work
A boy watches a boat on Lake Hawea, located near Queenstown on the South Island of New Zealand, a country that has government websites stating they "open their hearts to newcomers." Copy link text After graduating, not all international students head home to their respective countries. Many stay — and for many reasons. To them, there are better jobs, better working culture, better salaries — seemingly better everything, even life partners.
11 prettiest countries in the world with the most Insta-worthy views
A crane (bottom R) flies over the Edo river surrounded by fully-blossoming cherry trees in Tokyo. Copy link text It’s one of the top questions every student has asked themselves: where do you want to go? The question of where you choose to get a degree is more important than most people think. It can determine how budget-strapped or lavish you can be, arguably making or breaking your student experience – that’s why many people look up the cheapest cities for international students.
Med student is writing stories about time travelling rotis
Every bookworm’s passion for the hobby starts in a similar fashion. A favourite book series, a respected author, a penchant for daydreaming regularly – or all three. Eventually, some of this passion evolves into writing stories of their own, some even filled with a legion of original characters. One of them even included a roti who could bend the laws of physics. As absurd as it sounds, it takes time and effort to come up with plots, back stories, and personalities.
This Australian is an expert in Japanese language and literature
Emerald L King‘s About page on the University of Tasmania looks the same as any lecturer in language and literature’s. That is, until you read the first sentence: “Interested in most things dark and twisty, Emerald L King is Lecturer in Humanities and an award-winning cosplayer.” While your professor may scoff at your cosplaying obsession, King would probably help you sew and finetune your character’s costume.
World Cosplay Summit's smartest participant
When 16-year-old Emerald L King went to Japan for an exchange year, she never expected to return one day to represent her home country, Australia, in the world’s biggest cosplay competition. Today, King is a lot of things apart from being the Australian representative for the World Cosplay Summit. She’s a PhD graduate and a humanities lecturer at the University of Tasmania too.
Student life in Malaysian Chinese independent schools
Chinese independent schools. Malaysians either love them, hate them, or have a mixed bag of opinions. You’ll often hear these words: . Results-oriented. But perhaps most of all, challenging – to a stressful degree, even. The catch? These schools aren’t funded by the government, and the Malaysian government does not recognise their syllabus. The primary language of instruction isn’t even the national language, which is often a popular topic for discourse.
Want to learn how to cosplay? There's a school for that
For those who enjoy cosplaying as a hobby, we can agree that most of us started out with a badly cut wig, smudged eyeliner, foundation that did not match our skin tone, too-tight shoes and a costume that fit in all the wrong ways. Many of us looked up things like “how to cosplay” or scrolled through hours of videos on YouTube and TikTok, trying to rifle through makeup tutorials, haircutting tricks and tips, sewing patterns, or how to attach a bobbin the right way.
What student life in France is like in 6 different cities
Cobblestones underfoot. The scent of fresh baguettes from a boulangerie. Terraces everywhere. This wanderlust scene is every day student life in France. Beyond its Instagrammable looks and charm, France has one one of Europe’s most respected education systems, with institutions like École Normale Supérieure, École Polytechnique, and Université Paris-Sud consistently ranking among the best.
A dropout's advice for students who have no clue what to do
Top 100 uni? Full-ride scholarship? Big job offer before graduation? We see these A students and “holy airballs” heirs all over social media. But what about the “less successful” students? No viral post. No shiny headline. Just figuring it out. Their stories matter too. Dr Jarrod Sio was one of them. He started out as an average student but eventually became the Assistant Director of the Sarawak State Education Department in the Malaysian Ministry of Education.
At 22, he's the CEO of his own commodity trading company
For many young adults, the early 20s feel like an extension of teen years — a time to explore, make mistakes, and weigh options. Some are still in university, others take gap years to travel or test the waters of short-term work or their very first job. But for the driven few, the path to the top job is often clear well before adulthood arrives. Volodymyr Kuzyara, 22, and already CEO of a commodity trading company, is one of them.
I tried out an AI math tutor for secondary students in SG
I have never been good at math. My secondary school days were some 10 years ago (wild), and there was no such thing as ChatGPT or an AI math tutor to get me through most of my classes. And while I’ve certainly repressed most of those memories, certain things still haunt me to this day.
WizzTutor is the AI homework help every teenager needs
Students, teachers, schools, and universities worldwide have access to artificial intelligence (AI) tools, but they are still grappling with how to use them correctly in academia. Is ChatGPT or Google Gemini suitable for AI homework help? Would using generative information result in a bad score, or worse, academic fraud and expulsion? Which of these new-fangled platforms or tools is the “right” choice?
An unfiltered lens into what studying in Cambridge is like
When you think of studying in Cambridge or Oxford, perhaps your first thought would be – ah, these are where the big leagues go. Highly ranked and prestigious, these universities produce more than two-thirds of the world’s leading research in the UK and are known as some of the most elite institutions globally. But on the surface, that’s what they are to most of the population. Just the top-ranked universities in the UK (that also cost a bomb).
An artisan pastry business with Aussie roots
A standard doughnut weighs between 24 and 38 grams. That’s how heavy a standard-sized AA battery or a small apple is. But to Yew Shih Sheng, who runs his own artisan pastry business in Malaysia, each doughnut is more than just 30 grams of flour and sugar; they remind him of things like the smile on his grandmother’s face, the smells of her cooking and baking, and the days he spent with her watching the Asian Food Channel on TV. “My grandmother is a really good cook,” says Yew, smiling fondly.
Profound changes to your brain when you use AI to write
A new publication by a group of MIT researchers claims that if you use AI to write, you could be doing damage to your brain. The report, titled “Your Brain on ChatGPT: Accumulation of Cognitive Debt when Using an AI Assistant for Essay Writing Task,” focused on how AI tools affect brain activity, essay quality, and learning behaviour, compared to traditional search engines or pure, unaided writing.
Best English-taught programmes
Is it a good idea to study in the Middle East? Owing to media stereotyping, many think of the Middle East as big sandy deserts with lots of camels, populated by men in turbans and long white robes. Movies, travel agencies, advertisers — the outlets that form our ideas of the Middle East and elsewhere — generally emphasise the exotic and strange.
5 best university degrees
With platforms like TikTok, YouTube, Instagram and more being an unquestionable part of nearly everyone’s day-to-day lives, you’ve probably wondered how to become a content creator. It seems like a dream at first – getting paid for views and engagement, being sponsored by companies to review products or go on brand trips, and building a community of fans. There’s no obligation to fulfil a corporate nine-to-five, and you get to make content about topics you’re interested in.
How to make the switch
Bangalore is one of the last places you’d expect to find a nature enthusiast. With a bustling population of over 14 million people and constant traffic roaring through the streets, you’d be hard pressed to find any quiet spots of nature aside from a couple of parks. For Nikshep Trinetra, most of his experience with nature initially came from National Geographic.
The best yoga university in India and beyond
Going to university to learn yoga may seem like a wild concept at first. After all, why not pursue something like science, engineering, or even art history – fields that are more established and give you a better chance at landing a job? But if you think about it, sports science and more physical programmes like dance and ballet have long existed. Why would a yoga university, which focuses on a practice said to be over 2,000 years old, be out of the ordinary?
Want jobs in epidemiology? This WHO intern has some advice
One of Dr. Eze Adaeze Anne‘s first jobs in epidemiology after graduating was no small feat. Her hands were full with a monkeypox outbreak in Nigeria. Monkeypox typically begins with flu-like symptoms such as fever, headache, muscle aches, back pain, and swollen lymph nodes. Then comes the rashes, which often start on the face before spreading to other parts of the body. Next, these evolve into macules, papules, vesicles, pustules, and scabs before falling off.
3 things you should know
If you’re creative, love people, and want a flexible career instead of a cubicled rigid 9-to-5, then you need to hear from Sonali Prakashbabu. Not only did she study hospitality in two countries — Singapore and the UK — she has completed several internships in this field. What she’s discovered is that to study and work hospitalitty is to go beyond just hotels and restaurants. It’s been a ride for Prakashbabu and she has all the insider info to share.
A hospitality degree leads to glitz, glamour, and.. toilets?
Sparkling hotels and restaurants. Louboutin heels tip-tapping across polished marble floors. Silver trays balancing bubbling glasses of champagne. The smile of a concierge as they hand over the keys to a luxury suite.That’s what you probably think of when we’re talking about a hospitality degree. You wouldn’t expect something like toilet cleaning to be on the list… but hospitality graduate Sonali Prakashbabu says that’ll be one of the first lessons you’ll be picking up.
5 int'l students tell you what it's like
Studying abroad is definitely getting tougher for international students. The US, UK, Australia, and Canada — the traditional “Big Four” — have made things harder by increasing student visa fees and limiting the number of students allowed in. But not all is lost, especially since there are still plenty of other study destinations available. China stands out especially. With its fast-growing economy, the country holds plenty of promise, especially in industries like technology, finance, and business.
National University of Singapore's prestige, analysed
In February 1966, then Prime Minister of Singapore Lee Kuan Yew opened the seminar “The role of universities in economic and social development” at the University of Singapore. He spoke about the need for teachers, administrators, and other professionals vital for post-independence Singapore. He stressed the importance of having strong science and technology faculties to boost a nation’s productive capacity.
8 Malaysians share their advice on studying in Australia
There’s no end to the list of reasons why Malaysians love studying in Australia. Top-ranked universities. Internationally recognised programmes and accreditations. A warm and welcoming community. An eight-hour flight away — considerably better than other popular study abroad destinations that take double that time.
From France to teaching and living in Malaysia
At Study International, we’re all about young people going places during the most important phase of their life: university. We’re obsessed with students moving to another country and not just finding their feet there but also slaying their academic goals, landing their dream internships, and living their best lives. For a long time, it felt like only countries like the US, UK, Australia, and Canada could offer these, especially among the rising middle-class families from China and India.
The hospitality industry continues to involve beyond 2025
Growing up with parents working in the hospitality industry, I’ve always been naturally drawn to the sector, and even had front-row seats when it came to a crashing halt during the pandemic. Thankfully, things have changed since then. What was once considered the slowest-recovering industry after the pandemic is now a booming market forecasted to grow around US$5.5 trillion in 2024 and beyond.
Living in Singapore according to head of intl' school
Originally from Canada, Dr. Tyler Sherwood never foresaw that he would be living in Singapore in 2025. In the early parts of his career, he had worked in primary and early childhood education. They were mostly temporary contracts, with him moving around his home Canadian province – until he wasn’t keen on doing that anymore.
12 best time-management skills by the world's busiest CEOs
We’ve heard loads about the best time-management skills out there and how they can help everyone from college students to working parents. Several studies have shown that with good time-management, you can improve your career, academic performance and well-being. You’ll get more things done and make the most of your limited time. You’ll breeze through your to-do list like a boss.
The education of Narendra Modi
India has seen a wave of national reforms during the three consecutive terms of its prime minister, Narendra Damodardas Modi. One sector – and perhaps the most important one – is education. More than ever, the children of India have access to many doors previously unopened, thanks to the establishment of new programmes and initiatives to support their learning. But how did this reform begin? The education of Narendra Modi, the leader of India, could provide some insight.
The education of President Xi Jinping, the world’s most powerful person
Xi Jinping is the most powerful man int he world, with Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump following behind. Source: Wiki Commons Copy link text It takes a certain kind of person to face off the most powerful country in the world. As the top leader of what was for long the most populous country in the world, Xi Jinping is that person. And even in 2026, Forbes has ranked him at the tippy top of its The World’s Most Powerful People list.
Friendliest countries for international students in 2025
Now, more than ever, is the right time to take a step back and reconsider your study abroad options. Take a look at the US or UK, for example – visa applications are costly, and even if you have a visa, there’s no guarantee you can even stay there until you graduate. While costs vary depending on the type of visa you’re applying for, it starts from US$185 to apply for a visa in the US, and a six-month UK visa starts from 127 British pounds (US$169).
Digital innovation in education
I recently spoke to a headmaster of an international school in Singapore, who said that back in the 90s, everyone thought that computers and laptops would replace teachers. Evidently, they did not. But, indeed, the ones who knew how to use them correctly were ahead of the crowd when it came to digital innovation for education. “Digital innovation” sounds like two big words that nobody, especially students, would care about.
Non-practice jobs for law students? Consider education
It’s no secret that law programmes are one of the most challenging fields to enter. Required grades are B to A* for A Levels, an average of 38 points for IB, and a minimum of 80% for AUSMAT (Australian Matriculation). And when you get in, you’re faced with high dropout rates – it’s over 6% for first-year students. If you do graduate, you then have to take the notoriously difficult bar examinations.
Is a business degree worth it? Architect graduate says yes
“Is a business degree worth it?” Most of us would not know the answer to this at 16 or 17 years old when we have to pick a course at university. For Magda Seifert, the answer only came to her many years later. She had already pursued another degree and build a career in another field: architecture. Bridging the gap in the architectural community Where we go, what we do, and who we hang out with — all of this define who we are. The same goes for the actual places we find ourselves in.
These are Asia’s most prestigious universities
Copy link text The more well-known the university, the better, they say. For one, you’ll likely have a higher chance of getting your dream job. Companies like Google, Apple, Microsoft, Deloitte, and IBM have hired over 10,000 graduates from the top 100 universities in the world. And for decades, that so-called “best education” was said to come from the Ivy Leagues and their like.
6 billionaire-recommended books to get a billionaire mindset
Many want to become billionaires. After all, there are only 2,781 people on Forbes’ World’s Billionaires list. Who’s to say you can’t join the ranks? With Bill Gates, Mark Zuckerberg, Elon Musk, and Jeff Bezos being household names, this dream doesn’t come as a surprise.
The easiest countries to get citizenship in 2025
Many international students dream of becoming legal citizens in a foreign country. The reasons may vary — a stronger currency, better legal rights, marrying their significant other, or even seeking asylum. The easiest countries to get citizenship will ensure you get the right to live and work there in freedom. You may be able to pay for fast-tracked citizenship or apply for a permanent residency after living there for just a few years.
10 best countries to study architecture outside of the US
On January 1, 2024, a 7.6 magnitude earthquake struck Japan’s northern Noto Peninsula. It killed 281 people, injured 600 injured, and destroyed 83,980 homes, forcing over 34,000 residents to evacuate. But Japan is no stranger to earthquakes — , and it has continuously worked to build better infrastructure and improve existing disaster response plans. According to Housing Japan, a trusted leader in Tokyo real estate, homes constructed in the country before 1971 had a 76% collapse rate.
Best sites to check out
If you’re a gamer working or studying abroad, you’ll probably be unable to bring most of your gear with you. Think about it. Unless you have ample luggage space, it’s difficult to lug along consoles such as your Playstation or Xbox. Smaller handhelds like a Nintendo Switch or a Steam Deck are viable options, but most games they run require money. Even games like Hello Kitty Island Adventure costs US$40! For an international student, that amount of money could be ample food and groceries.
How do you build resilience? Hear it from a Gen Z
Let’s cut straight to the chase. I believe that resilience is single-handedly the most important thing for our generation to have. Before you start calling me washed and old – Gen Z-ers, I’m one of you. And I can tell you that having resilience isn’t about being the smartest person in the team, or plastering your success on LinkedIn for everyone to see. And it sure isn’t about being lucky. It’s about going through challenges and hardship and still having the will to keep moving forward.
The best online PhD programmes for busy folk
Doctoral programmes demand several years of challenging work but bring many benefits. Advanced, specialised studies prove valuable for any aspiring academic, researcher, or working professional. Whether one chooses to do a full-time PhD on campus, or opt for the best online PhD programmes, outcomes are similar – career advancement, higher salaries, and perhaps even a greater sense of fulfilment.
10 most prestigious women-only universities in the world (2026)
Actress Claudia Kim (Kim Soo-Hyun), who starred in movies like "Avengers: Age of Ultron" and "Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald," graduated from Ewha Womans University with a major in international studies. Copy link text Let’s set the record straight — women-only universities are far from the outdated myths that often surround them.
How to enjoy and embrace your first day back in university
It’s the start of the new year, and with it comes many other beginnings – starting new habits, a new job, or a new semester. That’s right – it’s the first day back in university or school for many students. You’ll have to forgo the blissful days of sleeping in, delicious festive food, and the warm cosiness of home; instead, they’re now replaced with 8 a.m. lectures, hectic schedules, and never-ending assignments and projects. This shift can be jarring for most, especially international students.
This is the business education you need to work in AI
What do you want to do when you grow up? That’s a question that we’ve all been asked by too many aunties and uncles. We’re told to strive to become the next Steve Jobs or Mark Zuckerberg or that distant cousin who went to Harvard, interned at Microsoft, and now works at Google. Get that medical and engineering degree, they say, so you can make your family proud. Forget about the arts and business education, they warned.
The busiest jobs in the world
We’ve talked a lot about jobs – we’ve explored the hardest jobs, work-from-home jobs, the least stressful jobs, and even weird jobs that involve eating dog food. Today, let’s talk about some of the busiest jobs in the world. First of all, being busy means having a great deal to do .. which is pretty subjective. Some of the busiest jobs in the world require you to work up to 12 hours or more, but without much to do apart from waiting around for customers.
6 effective communication skills to master
Communication has peaked as the top in-demand skill in 2024, according to Forbes. Time and time again, we’ve said it – effective communication skills will lead to career growth, good salaries, and a broad professional network in today’s digital age. It’s not just face-to-face communication that matters anymore. Employers worldwide are looking for those skilled in communicating and collaborating across channels, platforms, and even country borders.
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