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Exploring Courses & Universities with Cialfo’s New Search Experience

Written by MOHIT MMANGAL

Cialfo's upgraded University & Course Search makes it easier than ever to discover your best-fit programs and institutions. Whether you're a student exploring global opportunities or a counselor supporting applicants, this smarter, faster, and more intuitive tool is designed to help you find the right match in just a few clicks.

🧭 How to Use the Course Search

1️⃣ Navigate to the Course Page

  • From the University section, click the Courses tab.

2️⃣ Search for a Course

  • Use the search bar to look up courses by course name.

    • Example: Type "Medicine" to see all related programs.

3️⃣ Apply Filters

Filters help you refine your search: Direct Apply, University, Courses/Majors, Region, Scholarships, and More Filters.

4️⃣ Explore Course Cards

Each course card displays QS Ranking, Annual Fees, Duration, Scholarship Availability, and Similar Courses.

5️⃣ Choose Your View

  • Card View (Grid): Visually browse programs with key highlights.

  • List View: See detailed course information in a column format.

📂 Viewing Course Details

Clicking on a course card opens the Course Detail Page with Program Overview, Entry Requirements, Application Details, Financial Information, and Similar Courses.

Tip: Courses tagged with "Other Portal" are view-only and will redirect you to an external site for more information.

👩‍🎓 Student-Specific Features

Students can click Add to Applying List on a course card to add an application for that course directly.

💡 Tips for the Best Search Experience

  • Start broad with a course name, then use filters to refine results.

  • Use Similar Courses to discover programs you might not have considered.

  • Toggle between Card and List views to compare options easily.

FAQs

Can I still use filters after clicking "View All" on the Universities page?

Yes. Filters and the search bar now stay accessible after clicking "View All", allowing you to quickly adjust your search criteria while browsing universities.

Can I filter universities or courses by state?

While the main Region filter supports country-level searches, you can use the state filter available under "More Filters" for more specific location-based results


Has the Courses page filter layout changed?

The Courses page filters have been reorganized into a more user-friendly sequence: Course/Major, Universities, Regions, Course Duration, and Direct Apply

Why does the Regions filter now open below the filter bar?

This update was made to align the Regions filter with the interaction pattern used by other filters, creating a more intuitive and unified search experience.

What improvements were made to the applied filters display across search views?

Applied filters on the Courses page now use the same visual style as the Universities page, creating a more seamless and consistent search experience across both sections.

Need more help?

Our Client Support team is available via Live Chat 24 hours a day, Monday through Friday, so you can get help anytime during the work week through Chat with Cialfo.

If you're unable to find a solution in our help articles or need further assistance, you can contact the Cialfo Support team via Live Chat or email us at [email protected].

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