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Learn about American culture and education direct from our experts at Study in the USA.
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Updated: October 16, 2018Pengfei Huang from China: Studying Computer Science at Minnesota State University Moorhead
Pengfei Huang from China is a sophomore studying Computer Science at Minnesota State University Moorhead in Moorhead, Minnesota.
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Updated: October 16, 2018Elisabeth Kulmer from Austria: Graduate Student Studying Business Administration at Western Illinois University
Elisabeth Kulmer from Austria is a graduate student studying Business Administration at Western Illinois University in Macomb, Illinois.
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Updated: October 16, 2018Colleges & Universities That Offer Scholarships to International Students - Part One: Illinois
Finding the money to attend college or university can be quite a struggle, especially for international students.
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Updated: October 15, 2018How to Make a Budget (and Stick to It!)
Paying for your education is more than tuition. You’ll have to consider all your monthly expenses, books, rent and any unexpected costs that may pop up over the course of the semester. Having a budget in place before you get to campus can help hold you accountable all year. Use these helpful tips to establish your budget and stick to it!
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Updated: October 09, 2018When You Miss Your Country’s Food
I don’t think I realized Ecuadorian food was my favorite kind of food until I went to study in Seattle. I finally understood why people say that the food is one of the main reasons you start to feel homesick. It’s a daily reminder (or hourly, if you snack a lot like me) that you’re not home.
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Updated: October 09, 2018At this school, the language of football is mandarin
What’s a flea flicker? Ever heard of a quarterback sneak?
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Updated: October 09, 2018Learning new languages through VR visits
On a Friday morning in November in Houston, Texas, a group of 12 Rice University undergraduates in Jayoung Song’s second-year Korean language class took out their smartphones, opened the YouTube app and fastened their phones to a virtual-reality headset.
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Updated: October 09, 2018A taste of home on campus
Jiaao Xue, a Chinese native studying at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, has a special remedy for those inevitable bouts of homesickness. When he’s missing his family’s home-cooked meals, he heads to the Chinese restaurant near campus.
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Updated: October 03, 2018Talking Social Media Strategy with Travis Drageset
Travis Drageset is the 2017 MAGGIE Award Winner for Best Use of Social Media/Trade. An award that is justly deserved if you go by what she has accomplished as the Marketing & Social Media Specialist in charge of Study in the USA’s social media presence.
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Updated: October 02, 2018I Wanted a Pet While Abroad
Anyone who knows me has seen at least 3,000 pictures of my dog, Chloe, and heard me say she is literally the most beautiful shih tzu that has ever lived. I’ve posted pictures of her with the caption “South America’s Next Top Model,” and she’s 50 percent of my Instagram stories when I go back home. I am in the U.S. and I love my dog.
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Updated: October 02, 2018TOEFL iBT® Study Tips
By scoring well on the TOEFL iBT™ test, you can be eligible for admission to virtually any school in the United States.
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Updated: October 02, 2018TOEFL® (Test of English as a Foreign Language)
The TOEFL® test is designed for students whose first language is not English and who need to meet English-language proficiency requirements for university applications and admissions.
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Updated: October 01, 2018International Education Fairs
Fairs at a glance: Student education fairs give you a chance to speak directly with representatives of U.S. universities, language programs and summer schools. You can visit each school's booth, talk with people who teach and work there, and take home brochures and applications.
Student education fairs give you a chance to speak directly with representatives of U.S. universities, language programs and summer schools. You can visit each school's booth, talk with people who teach and work there, and take home brochures and applications.
Below is the schedule of fairs where Study in the USA® will be present. Come say hello, and pick up a copy of the new edition of Study in the USA Magazine!
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Updated: September 26, 2018Read Study in the USA E-Magazines!
Inside you’ll find articles, interviews, tips and programs exclusively featured in the annual print editions of Study in the USA. It is the guide to education in the USA. Even better, there are e-magazines in multiple languages.
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Updated: September 19, 2018Can I Study Abroad While Abroad?
While we’re students, I like to think the world is ours. So, to the best of your abilities, make it yours. Travel. Have fun.
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Updated: September 17, 2018How to Host a Party or Gathering in Your Apartment
Whether it’s a holiday, a great test score, or just a fun Friday night, there are plenty of reasons to gather your friends and throw a party in your apartment. If your apartment feels too tight to host all your friends, use these tips to help you throw an exciting event in a small space.
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Updated: September 13, 2018Big or Small: What Size University Is Right for You?
There are many factors to consider during the application process. When you decide to study in the United States, you’ll need to research potential universities thoroughly to ensure you’re making the best choice.
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Updated: September 12, 2018Weekend Getaways
Read moreWhile it’s true we come to the U.S. to study, experience the culture, and improve our language skills, I think we all reach a point where we just feel a little burnt out. Emotionally and mentally, it can get exhausting to always show your best side, keep up with assignments, and occasionally be misunderstood because of some language barrier. You start feeling like you need a break, and that starts making you homesick as well.
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Updated: September 12, 2018You are now entering Champaign, Illinois!
When deciding where to study abroad in the United States, there is a lot to consider. You’ll want to find a city with affordable housing options, a thriving culture and entertainment scene and, of course, world class educational opportunities. One city that fits this description perfectly is Champaign, Illinois, part of the Champaign-Urbana metropolitan area.
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Updated: September 12, 2018Head to the Midwest and Discover Indianapolis!
Indianapolis is home to more than 850,000 people, making it the second largest city in the Midwest region of the United States and the largest city in the state of Indiana.
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