ApplyBoard

About us

ApplyBoard simplifies the study abroad search, application, and acceptance process by connecting international students, recruitment partners, and academic institutions on one platform. Founded in 2015 by brothers Martin, Meti, and Massi Basiri, we’ve built partnerships with 1,600+ primary, secondary, and post-secondary educational institutions, and work with 10,000+ recruitment partners to drive diversity on campuses across Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, and Australia and Ireland.

ApplyBoard has grown to become the world’s largest online platform for international student recruitment, assisting more than 400,000 students with their educational journeys. In 2019, ApplyBoard was named the fastest-growing technology company in Canada by Deloitte, ranking #1 on the Technology Fast 50™ list. In 2021, ApplyBoard ranked #8 on LinkedIn’s Top Startups List in Canada.

Our team has grown rapidly in the past six years, and we now have 1,500+ team members across the globe. The ApplyBoard headquarters is located in downtown Kitchener, ON, with representatives in more than 30 other countries including India, China, Vietnam, the Philippines, Nepal, Bangladesh, the United Kingdom, Australia, and the United States.

What We Do

Students

Using the ApplyBoard Platform, students discover programs and apply to study at the educational institutions that best meet their background and interests. Our team of experts provide students with support every step of the way, including reviewing their applications, ensuring all documents are submitted, communicating with the institutions, assisting with the visa process, and helping them start their journey abroad!

Recruitment partner

ApplyBoard works with 10,000+ recruitment partners to make education accessible to students. Through the ApplyBoard Platform, recruitment partners can manage their student applications and information while staying up-to-date on application statuses. ApplyBoard submits the student’s application to the school and provides commissions once the student is enrolled.

Schools

By working with ApplyBoard, educational institutions gain access to ApplyBoard’s managed network of 10,000+ recruitment partners around the world. ApplyBoard actively recruits students from 125+ countries to bring culture and diversity to campuses. ApplyBoard reviews all applications before submission, ensuring that students are qualified and that applications adhere to the school’s guidelines.

At ApplyBoard We’re Committed to Our Values

Helping Students Achieve Success
Caring About Each Other
Delivering A+ Customer Experience
Taking Ownership
Innovating and Improving
Making Work Fun

Fast Facts

400,000+ Students Assisted

1,600+ Partner Schools

10,000+ Recruitment Partners

1,500+ Team Members Globally

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