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Living and studying in the USA as an international student will bring you many opportunities. These resources will help you prepare for your academic journey and fun new experiences in the United States!

What’s Culture Shock Like? A Rollercoaster!

What’s Culture Shock Like? A Rollercoaster!

Alena Nitti is an international student from America who is studying abroad in Paris for this semester. She was warned about the rollercoaster-like feelings of culture shock, but it still took her by surprise. Learn about her experience and how she w...

Why International Students Choose Santa Monica College

Why International Students Choose Santa Monica College

Take an insider's look at why international students choose Santa Monica College (SMC) for their studies. We will cover everything from SMC's commitment to international students through counseling and resources to its rigorous academic progr...

Being Alone ≠ Lonely

Being Alone ≠ Lonely

Student blogger Alaine Obra works on adjusting to learning to be alone and discovers that being alone doesn’t mean she’s lonely. Alaine is studying for an associate’s degree in computer science at Truckee Meadows Community College in Reno, Nevada.

George Mason University: All Together Different

George Mason University: All Together Different

George Mason University is a diverse and unified group of individuals who are driven by the possibility to create new ideas, solutions, and opportunities to tackle the most pressing challenges the world has ever faced. They come from different places...

What Is Elgin Community College Really Like?

What Is Elgin Community College Really Like?

Elgin Community College (ECC) is a top choice for international students who want to study in the USA. ECC's supportive environment, welcoming community, diverse classes, and dedicated teachers, making it an excellent destination for any int...

Category: Videos
February 27th, 2023
UNC: The Perfect Place To Launch Your Career!

UNC: The Perfect Place To Launch Your Career!

Mike Weimer is a Methods Process Analyst at an aerospace company in the Seattle area. He graduated from the University of Northern Colorado in 2011, and is thankful for the analytical skills he was taught in the Monfort College of Business, which pre...

Again, Green River College Ranked #1 in Washington State

Again, Green River College Ranked #1 in Washington State

Green River College (GRC) Ranks #1 in Washington State for the second year in a row when it comes to the number of international students at a community college. GRC ranks #11 in the USA overall. -  IIE Open Doors Report for 2021-22. 

Category: Resources
February 25th, 2023
International Student Parents Weigh In

International Student Parents Weigh In

The parents of siblings Micaela and Juan Pablo from Ecuador share their perspective on sending their kids abroad to study. Both students are attending Santa Rosa Junior College in California, and parents Pablo and Lorena have seen academic benefits a...

Studying for an MBA at University of Tampa

Studying for an MBA at University of Tampa

Jannelik Fbier of Germany is pursuing an MBA in general management at University of Tampa in Florida. Why UT? “The MBA program really focuses on personal improvement. Professors are extremely helpful while they still keep the program challengin...

How Do I Become a Software Engineer in the USA?

How Do I Become a Software Engineer in the USA?

If you're an analytical thinker who enjoys solving problems and making digital products easier to use, you may find the field of software engineering rewarding. Are you interested in starting a career as a software engineer in the USA?

Category: Beyond the Basics
February 22nd, 2023
How Do I Get a Design Degree in the USA?

How Do I Get a Design Degree in the USA?

A design degree from a U.S. university can lead to a plethora of opportunities in sectors such as graphic design, interior design, fashion design, and many more. Learn about the types of design degrees offered, admissions requirements, and financial...

Category: Beyond the Basics
February 15th, 2023
Escaping 1977 Vietnam: Finding a Place to Belong

Escaping 1977 Vietnam: Finding a Place to Belong

Danny Nguyen and his family escaped from Vietnam to America in 1975 during the Vietnam War because his parents wanted a better life for their four children. Now, Danny is the VP of Administrative Services at Mission College. This is part 1 of his con...

Seasonal Depression Scammed Me

Seasonal Depression Scammed Me

Student blogger Alaine Obra is studying for an associate’s degree in computer science at Truckee Meadows Community College in Reno, Nevada. She was struggling with seasonal depression during the dark and snowy winter months — until she accidentally d...

How to Fit a Semester in a Suitcase

How to Fit a Semester in a Suitcase

Alena Nitti is an international student from America who is studying abroad in Paris for this semester. Her experience is similar to international students who come to the U.S. for school — full of researching and planning, the stress and fun of pack...

February 11th, 2023
Mission College Student Shout-Outs

Mission College Student Shout-Outs

Mission College in Santa Clara, California, is a top-choice community college for many study-abroad students. Current and former undergrads share their praise of Mission’s excellent professors, immersive English courses, and lifelong friendship...

Why Make a Vision Board

Why Make a Vision Board

Vision boards are powerful tools that can help turn ideas into action. Walking by your vision board and seeing a daily reminder of what you’re working toward can motivate you to keep yourself focused on what’s important. Your most importa...

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