Student Voices

Want to know what it’s truly like to be an international student at your dream school? Read about the current experiences of real international students studying in the USA right now. Learn from them what it’s like to be in U.S. classrooms, make friends, get a job, and more.

My Path to Filmmaking at Foothill College

My Path to Filmmaking at Foothill College

Rimsha Abid is a second-year Film and Television student at Foothill College, where she found the academic foundation and support to pursue her passion for filmmaking. Chosen for its strong transfer rates and encouraging faculty, Foothill helped her...

Category: StudyUSA Blog
Jan 14, 2026
Making Friends in the United States

Making Friends in the United States

TMCC international student Danna Iguchi, originally from Peru, shares how she built friendships in the United States through classes, campus events, and everyday conversations. From forming cross-cultural bonds to learning American slang and navigati...

Category: StudyUSA Blog
Dec 4, 2025
Viva Lewis! Why This Campus Became My Home Away from Home

Viva Lewis! Why This Campus Became My Home Away from Home

A graduate student in Education and a member of the 2025 class, Sheferaw arrived at Lewis University shortly after the COVID-19 pandemic. His journey—from navigating international travel challenges to finding a community that feels like home—is share...

Category: StudyUSA Blog
November 12th, 2025
Chasing Dreams Abroad: My Life as a Filipino Student at TMCC

Chasing Dreams Abroad: My Life as a Filipino Student at TMCC

Dhane Miguelle Varela, a former Philippine National Team handball player, is now a pre-nursing student and peer mentor at TMCC. He shares his journey from athlete to international student in Reno, Nevada, offering tips on student life, time managemen...

Category: StudyUSA Blog
September 26th, 2025
My MBA Journey at Lewis University

My MBA Journey at Lewis University

Mark Tabasan shares his MBA journey at Lewis University, highlighting supportive faculty, CPA exam success, career opportunities, and growth in Chicago.

Category: StudyUSA Blog
September 7th, 2025
Going to Office Event in San Jose, CA

Going to Office Event in San Jose, CA

Maya Goto, a sophomore at Truckee Meadows Community College, shares her experience attending an office event in San Jose, CA, as part of her journey toward a future career in the U.S. She was excited and nervous to go on her first solo business trip,...

Category: StudyUSA Blog
Aug 26, 2025
Get Involved. Experience Cultural Diversity.

Get Involved. Experience Cultural Diversity.

Toby Cutts emphasizes the importance of embracing cultural diversity and shares his experiences at Green River College. He suggests practical tips for getting involved on campus, overcoming nerves, and allowing yourself to grow through meaningful con...

Category: StudyUSA Blog
August 15th, 2025
Growing Through New Experiences and Connections

Growing Through New Experiences and Connections

Thu Aung, a student from Myanmar at Santa Rosa Junior College, shares how her experience taking an American Sign Language (ASL) class not only introduced her to the Deaf community but also deepened her appreciation for new cultures and languages. Thr...

Category: StudyUSA Blog
Dec 18, 2024
My Road Trip to Yosemite National Park

My Road Trip to Yosemite National Park

Maya Goto, an international student at Truckee Meadows Community College, took a fall road trip to Yosemite National Park. She loved the quieter trails, unique autumn views, and cozy accommodations near the park — plus delicious Korean food in Sacram...

Category: StudyUSA Blog
Dec 12, 2024
Imagine Yourself at Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC)!

Imagine Yourself at Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC)!

Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC) recently celebrated International Education Week, showcasing the diverse cultures and talents of its international students. The week featured exciting performances, a keynote speech by Danell Wilson-Perlman f...

Category: StudyUSA Blog
December 9th, 2024

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