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Updated: February 12, 2019Begin Your Bachelor’s Degree at a Community College: 2 + 2 Agreements
Many American students—and 90,000 international students—attend a community college for the first two years of university studies in the USA. With nearly 1,200 community colleges in the country, there are many benefits of this model in comparison to studying all four years at a university.
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Updated: February 11, 2019How to Handle Homesickness
Many students feel homesick when they leave home for the first time. Being away from friends and family can present you with an opportunity to grow but getting through the initial emotion of being on your own is difficult for many students. If you’re experiencing homesickness, use these tips to help get you back on track and ready to make the most of your time at your new university.
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Updated: February 08, 2019Choosing a Business Program in the United States
More than 1 million students from other countries enrolled in U.S. colleges and universities during the 2016-17 academic year—an increase of 3.4 percent over the previous year, according to the Institute of International Education (IIE). Of these students, approximately 19 percent came to the U.S. to pursue a business degree.
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Updated: February 07, 2019An International Student's Guide to Navigating the Scholarship Search
The college financial aid process is already very confusing, but for international students trying to study in the U.S., it can become hugely frustrating. So how does one get ahold of the money necessary to qualify?
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Updated: February 05, 2019Staying Healthy in the Winter
As someone who was a complete mess the first two years of college, I can tell you from experience that winter is the worst time to get sick. Most likely though, that’s when your first time being sick by yourself would happen, and nothing makes you more homesick than feeling weak and wanting your parents to call the doctor for you.
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Updated: February 05, 2019Ludimila Moreira de Souza from Brazil: Studying English in the Loyola University Loyola Intensive English Program (LIEP)
Ludimila Moreira de Souza from Brazil holds a bachelor’s degree in Psychology and is studying English in the Loyola University Loyola Intensive English Program (LIEP)
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Updated: February 04, 2019Networking as an International Student
Everyone says that getting a job, finding new opportunities, and growing professionally is all about “networking.” But, what exactly does that mean for us as international students?
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Updated: February 04, 2019My Theatre Journey
When I applied to Seattle University (SU), I applied as an English/Creative Writing major; I loved theatre, but when I said I also wanted to be an actress, I really meant a movie actress. Sure, I also picked SU because I liked the theatre program, but I wasn’t sure that I wanted to pursue it as a major.
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Updated: January 31, 2019I 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: January 15, 2019Four Easy Stress Relievers for Students
The first thing to do when you feel overwhelmed is take a deep breath. Being a student can be overwhelming. Hours of homework, studying for tests and writing papers added to being attentive in class and making time for your friends can leave you feeling fatigued. If you’re feeling stressed out, the best thing to do is get out of your current headspace for a little while and shake out all the anxiety. Try some of these “brain break” ideas the next time you’re feeling stressed.
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Updated: January 08, 2019Bandar from Saudi Arabia: Studies English at ELS Language Centers, Grand Rapids, Michigan
ELS/Grand Rapids is the best place to learn because if you want to save the money, the city is affordable. The city is also friendly. The people in the city are friendly, and the teachers at ELS are more than friendly, and you will not feel homesick. Also, you can get a host family—they will help you to find good one. The bus is free. You can ride the bus anytime in the day without paying anything.
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Updated: January 07, 2019Alejandro from Brazil: Studies English at ELS Language Centers, New York-Manhattan
Favorite thing about ELS: Teachers at ELS. They always respect you, and that is an important thing when you want to learn a language. I made friends from Japan, Taiwan, Cuba, Venezuela, Peru, and China, and I am very grateful that I can meet people from other cultures.
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Updated: January 07, 2019Tatiana from Russia: Studies English at ELS Language Centers, New York-Manhattan
English is an international language, and I think everybody needs to understand what a lot of people in the world speak. I want to improve my level of English, and then I can study another language. It’s interesting to understand people from another country, another culture, and to see a lot of new places and try to understand information.
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Updated: December 21, 2018Pratiksha Kharate from India: Pursuing a Master of Science in Health Informatics Degree at the University of Findlay
Pratiksha Kharate from India is pursuing a Master of Science in Health Informatics degree at the University of Findlay in Findlay, Ohio.
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Updated: December 21, 2018Thuy Le from Viet Nam: Pursuing a Master of Business Administration Degree at the University of Findlay
Thuy Le from Viet Nam is pursuing a Master of Business Administration degree at the University of Findlay in Findlay, Ohio.
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Updated: December 21, 2018Yadav Nyoupane from Nepal: Studying for an MBA at the University of Findlay
Yadav Nyoupane from Nepal is studying for an MBA at the University of Findlay in Findlay, Ohio.
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Updated: December 21, 2018Nagma Pokharel from Nepal: Studying for an MBA at the University of Findlay
Nagma Pokharel from Nepal is studying for an MBA at the University of Findlay in Findlay, Ohio.
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Updated: December 18, 2018A Guide to Holiday Traditions in the U.S.
In the U.S., we refer to the months of November and December as “the holiday season” because of the major holidays celebrated from Thanksgiving to New Year’s Day. The United States is a nation of many cultures that has adopted holiday customs from across the world, and we’ve developed a few of our own that stand out. Here’s a handy guide to those traditions for international students in the U.S.
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Updated: December 18, 2018Why Study in the USA
What would it mean to have an American university listed on your resume? Why would potential employers pause and take notice of your education credentials from the United States?
It would mean that you have more opportunities.
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Updated: December 05, 2018Tips for Staying Focused Through Finals
Your final exams are the last box to check before you head home for a well-deserved winter break. But after a long semester, it can be difficult to stay focused. Use these tips to set yourself up for success and finish your semester strong.
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