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As an international student, applying to study in the USA takes planning and lots of work. You’ll have many questions, so you’ll need some help to achieve your goal. We have made it easier for you to succeed by putting together a free database of in-depth articles and stories about international students, the US educational system and much more.

English Proficiency and International Success: Leslie's U.S. Journey

Leslie Moreno and moderator Maggie Wolford discuss the importance of English in U.S. education. Our Live session, “English Proficiency: Leslie's U.S. Academic Journey,” explored Leslie's journey from Colombia to Florida and how En...

Category: Student Experiences

October 13th, 2023

Your Chance to Study Liberal Arts in the U.S. with the Collegey Impact...

Are you a high-achieving high school student with dreams of pursuing a liberal arts education in the United States? Do you have the academic ability but lack the financial means to make your dreams a reality? If so, the Collegey Impact Fellowship mig...

Category: Financing Your U.S. Education

Oct 13, 2023

Studying Film Production at Santa Barbara City College

Mathias Goeb from Munich, Germany, is majoring in film production at Santa Barbara City College in California. He chose SBCC primarily because of its desirable location, then discovered the high quality of education and faculty. “The teachers a...

Category: Student Experiences

Oct 13, 2023

Studying English at the University of Texas at Austin

Carlos Velásquez Ortiz from Venezuela is a mechanical engineer with an MBA in business administration. He chose to improve his English skills through immersion at the University of Texas at Austin’s English Language Program (ELP). Carlos...

Category: Student Experiences

October 3rd, 2023

Molecular Biology Student Turns “Beautiful Disasters” into Lifelong Call...

Hikmat Abou Shahla from Beirut, Lebanon, is a senior at Chico State University in Northern California, majoring in cellular and molecular biology. Over the last few years, Hikmat has experienced several devastating and sometimes catastrophic events t...

Category: Student Experiences

Sep 26, 2023

NYU Through Malene's Eyes: A Day in the Life of an International Student...

Meet Malene, a Master's student at NYU, and get an insightful glimpse into her life as a student in the heart of New York. Plus learn more about the importance of the TOEFL test and how it serves a pivotal role in shaping a successful internation...

Category: Student Experiences

Sep 14, 2023

Studying Mechanical Engineering at the University of Mississippi

Andres Cepeda from Mexico is a sophomore studying Mechanical Engineering with an emphasis in manufacturing at the University of Mississippi. “As an engineering student with focus on manufacturing and interested in aviation, studying in the U.S....

Category: Student Experiences

September 5th, 2023

Rei Nakatani: Finding the best place to study aboard

Rei Nakatani is a former Language Academy student at Los Angeles City College (LACC). She shares some of her tips as a language academy student and all the challenges she faces while coming to the States and throughout her journey.

Category: Videos

Sep 5, 2023

Sayed Omar Hasan: From Bangladesh to LACC

When Omar Hassan moved from Bangladesh to Los Angeles, he encountered several challenges. However, he discovered his path when he enrolled in the Business Administration program at Los Angeles City College (LACC). Let’s delve into Omar's jo...

Category: Videos

Sep 5, 2023

Huy Tran: My Regis College Experience

My university experience at Regis College was unforgettable. I gained culture and discipline, explored diversity, and gave back to the community. My time at Regis was filled with meaningful experiences that I'm grateful for.

Category: Videos

September 5th, 2023

The Power of English Proficiency: Insights from Marifer’s Journey to...

In this insightful session, we explored the incredible journey of Marifer, an international student from Panama who achieved two degrees and embarked on a PhD in Human-Centered Design at Florida Institute of Technology. Marifer's story is a testa...

Category: Student Experiences

Sep 5, 2023

The Psychology of Test-Taking: How to Crush Anxiety and Succeed in Life

Dr. Dimitrios Vonofakos joins us to talk about the psychological aspects of test-taking to bring us a fresh perspective on test anxiety, facing your fears, and applying problem-solving frameworks to real-world challenges (not just test-taking).

Category: Podcasts

Aug 17, 2023

A New York State of Mind… Exploring The City That Never Sleeps

When people think of the most iconic city in the United States, New York City is what comes to mind. As the most populous city in the country (8.5 million people), New York City has the world’s two largest stock exchanges and is known for havin...

Category: Life in the USA

August 14th, 2023

Join us on Facebook Live! The Power of English Proficiency: Marifer’s...

Imagine a world where the power is in your hands, your dreams know no limits, and the key to unlocking endless possibilities lies in the realm of the English language.

Category: Student Experiences

Aug 12, 2023

Learning English and Exploring Chicago: Lisa Suong's Experience

Student Lisa Suong explains why the SAELL Intensive English Program at Northeastern Illinois University is the best choice to study English in Chicago. Affordable tuition, amazing teachers, interesting field trips, and more confidence in using Englis...

Category: Videos

Aug 2, 2023

Meet Eunseo Kwak, Learning Standard English in Chicago

Eunseo Kwak, an exchange student from Hansung University in South Korea, talks about her experience in the SAELL Intensive English Program at Northeastern Illinois University.

Category: Videos

July 26th, 2023

Gaining Academic English Skills and Experiencing U.S. Culture Through the...

Student Enkhdari Davaajargal shares how her experience studying in the SAELL Intensive English Program at Northeastern Illinois University (Chicago) is preparing her for the Master of Business Administration (MBA) program.

Category: Videos

Jul 26, 2023

Life’s Pop Quiz: The Unexpected Lessons of Grad School Exams

Anish Merchant often recounts “The Hero’s Journey” — the story of a hero who goes on a grand adventure to find where he or she belongs. Stories like this inspired Anish to leave the U.S. in pursuit of his own grand adventure &...

Category: Podcasts

Jul 21, 2023

International Student Experience Success At LWTech

Discover how Lake Washington Institute of Technology was a perfect fit for this international student in his journey and how it has prepared him for a bright future - waych his story now!

Category: Videos

July 20th, 2023

Discovering an Amazing College Community at LWTech

Benefits of Studying at LWTech Milene Neiva, student from Brazil, talks about her experience at a community college in the United States: “It is amazing to study at LWTech. The environment is fantastic, the teachers are wonderful and always...

Category: Videos

Jul 20, 2023

Meet Francisca E. Del Pino, studying at The English Language Institute at...

“Along with my research I stumbled upon the University of Florida — it’s a Top 5 public university and has beautiful architecture and an overwhelming college pride,” says Francisca E. Del Pino from Chile. “The minute I s...

Category: Student Experiences

Jul 19, 2023

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