What is ApplyBoard? A Recruiter's Guide

ApplyBoard is a free platform that simplifies how recruitment partners manage international student applications — from program search to enrollment, all in one place.

Founded in 2015 by brothers Martin, Meti, and Massi Basiri, ApplyBoard has grown to partner with 1,500+ educational institutions across Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, Australia, and Ireland. Today, thousands of recruitment partners worldwide use ApplyBoard to place students at the right institutions.

What ApplyBoard Does for Recruitment Partners

As a recruitment partner, ApplyBoard gives you a single platform to manage everything — student profiles, applications, document submissions, and real-time application status updates. You no longer need to manage each institution separately or chase down updates manually.

Here's what you can do through the platform:

• Search and compare programs across 1,500+ partner institutions worldwide
• Manage student profiles and applications in one centralized dashboard
• Submit applications directly to institutions on behalf of your students
• Track application statuses in real time using the Application Journey Tracker

ApplyBoard handles the direct communication with institutions — reviewing documents, flagging missing requirements, and keeping the process moving — so you can focus on supporting your students.

Why Recruitment Partners Choose ApplyBoard

ApplyBoard gives you access to one of the largest networks of partner institutions, across six study abroad destinations. Instead of building and maintaining relationships with hundreds of institutions individually, you get a single point of access — with a dedicated support team behind you at every step.

To help you stay ahead in a competitive market, we provide industry-leading tools designed for modern recruitment:

• ApplyBoard 360: A full-service toolbox that goes beyond applications to support the entire student lifecycle. From a single dashboard, you can help students secure essential services like GICs, student loans, language test vouchers, and verified housing—creating new revenue streams for your agency while providing students with peace of mind.

• AI-Powered Innovation: Experience a faster, smarter application process with our advanced AI features. From Abbie, our AI advisor, to intelligent document verification and automated "traffic light" quality checks, our technology ensures your applications have the highest possible chance of success.

Whether you're placing your first student or managing hundreds of applications at once, the platform is built to scale with your business.

A Smarter Way to Manage International Recruitment

As the study abroad landscape evolves, we provide the technology and support you need to stay ahead and grow your business with confidence.