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 Challenging Journey to the U.S.

My Challenging Journey to the U.S.

International student James Mwakyonde, who’s studying nursing at Hillsborough Community College, says, “Since I was a little kid, I remember dreaming about coming to the United States someday. At that time, it was only a dream, but I was hopeful to c...

Category: StudyUSA Blog
Sep 22, 2022
Which English Program is Right For You?

Which English Program is Right For You?

The Fashion Institute of Technology offers flexible English language programs that prepare you for college-level studies and support your fashion and related career possibilities. Whatever your chosen field, we’ll help you find your place in our crea...

Category: StudyUSA Blog
September 22nd, 2022
A Place to Belong To

A Place to Belong To

Blogger Rossana Di Grande, who is a student at Grossmont College, found her place to belong in the history and magic of Old Town San Diego.

Category: StudyUSA Blog
Sep 7, 2022
Finding Your Confidence: An Interview with Jennifer Mena

Finding Your Confidence: An Interview with Jennifer Mena

Jennifer Mena from Ecuador is an international student who recently joined us for a Live session. She shared parts of her student journey and discussed the role of confidence in getting her where she is today. “Don’t let the judgment stop you or limi...

Category: StudyUSA Blog
Aug 12, 2022
Going To School As An International Student

Going To School As An International Student

In her newest post, Khady Kebe, a student from Senegal who is majoring in world languages at Grossmont College, shares how to find help at school and how getting a job can help with your finances.

Category: StudyUSA Blog
August 15th, 2022
Never Too Old to Follow Your Dream

Never Too Old to Follow Your Dream

Rossana Di Grande from Italy moved to San Diego four years ago with her family. Earlier this year, at the age of 43, she started studying towards a degree in Forensic Technology at Grossmont College. Rossana says, “My suggestion for you is to always...

Category: StudyUSA Blog
Jul 19, 2022
International Students Celebrate Earth Day Together

International Students Celebrate Earth Day Together

Santa Rosa Junior College’s international students joined other student groups, academic departments, student services, and community organizations to celebrate Earth Day by creating a beautiful street mural with a border representing the 34 countrie...

Category: StudyUSA Blog
Jul 21, 2022
What to Do During the Summer in San Diego

What to Do During the Summer in San Diego

Khady Kebe, an international student from Senegal who is majoring in world languages at Grossmont College, lists all the reasons why San Diego is great in the summer. Plus, she outlines why taking summer classes helps her meet her academic goals more...

Category: StudyUSA Blog
July 12th, 2022
Getting Involved at the University of Arizona

Getting Involved at the University of Arizona

“As an international student, it was important to me to go to a school with a strong sense of community. I was worried I would have a hard time making friends; however, it turns out I had nothing to worry about,” shares Marie Jacobsen, an internation...

Category: StudyUSA Blog
Jun 28, 2022
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EXCUSES FOR BECOMING AN ADULT

Hamdiatu Yakubu, from Ghana, West Africa, reflects on how she used to yearn to be an adult when she was a teenager. She asks, “Wait!!! Did you also yearn to be an adult during your teens? I do not know the ideal age to turn into an adult. Are you an...

Category: StudyUSA Blog
June 17th, 2022
online class by the beach

Balancing Summer Break with Taking Summer Classes

International student Ayako Miyakoshi from Japan is studying at Hillsborough Community College in Tampa, Florida. She’s chosen to take summer classes so she can graduate in a 2-year period. But she’s found a way to balance both going to school and al...

Category: StudyUSA Blog
Jun 15, 2022
Three Reasons Why You Should Study Abroad

Three Reasons Why You Should Study Abroad

Ayako Miyakoshi from Japan is a student blogger studying accounting at Hillsborough Community College. She believes that “What you gain through studying abroad makes it worth it. Believe me! All of the new experiences will give you different perspect...

Category: StudyUSA Blog
May 26, 2022
Stories Affect Our Growth

Stories Affect Our Growth

Blogger Acalli Navarro, who is a student at Truckee Meadows Community College, discusses stories and why they matter. He explains, “After listening to what the people I interviewed had to say about the stories and their messages, I decided that stori...

Category: StudyUSA Blog
May 26, 2022

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