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Admission.ly vs ApplyBoard
Both stand on study abroad platforms. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Web
Admission.ly brings institution discovery and application tracking together, with a free platform plan and several ways to apply. Check whether a direct application route is live and account for any institution or service fees.
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Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb
ApplyBoard brings program discovery, applications, and related student services into one platform. Its free student account does not cover fees charged by colleges or universities.
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| Admission.ly | ApplyBoard | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Web | Android, iPhone, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 1 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | admission.ly | applyboard.com |
| On study abroad platforms | #3 of 25 | #1 of 25 |
Admission.ly: what it does well
- Catalogue covers 1,005 institutions and 109 programmes.
- Filters include destination, degree, tuition, language, and intake.
- Students can compare institutions and search scholarships.
- Application records bring documents, messages, and decisions together.
- Free Student plan has no platform fee for available routes.
What to know first
- Institution, tuition, enrolment, or service fees may still apply.
- Direct application is available only where a form is live.
- Verified status does not guarantee admission.
ApplyBoard: what it does well
- Search more than 150,000 programs with AI-guided recommendations.
- Online applications include progress tracking.
- Includes institution comparison, document management, and scholarship search.
- Student account is free.
- Available on Android, iOS, and web.
What to know first
- Students pay application fees charged by institutions.
- Some fee waivers depend on partner schools.
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