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Updated: October 20, 2017The International Student's Guide to Taking Great Notes
As an international student, you will find yourself facing different sights, sounds, and social situations than what you are used to. The same goes for inside the classroom, where the presentation of the course material and the expectations that instructors have may be confusing or unclear
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Updated: October 20, 2017Read 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: October 20, 2017Student Loan Basics
Two common questions you may ask yourself are where am I going to attend university in America and how am I going to pay for it? Some students are lucky enough to have their education costs completely covered by their parents, but many students have to supplement from a variety of sources whether it be scholarships, jobs or a private loan.
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Updated: October 16, 2017Hospitality & Tourism Programs in the USA
Travel and tourism is the world's largest industry. International hospitality management involves working with so many people and cultural layers that it has the opportunity to help shape international relations - and change the world.
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Updated: October 13, 2017Tips for Updating Your Space on a Budget
Studying abroad in the United States is an exciting opportunity to learn and grow as a student, but there are also several responsibilities that come along with it. If you are living in an off-campus apartment, you will likely have to furnish the space and add other living necessities, all while sticking to a budget.
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Updated: October 10, 2017TOEFL® (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 10, 2017International 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.
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Updated: October 09, 2017Choosing a University: Keep an open map, an open mind and ask lots of questions
“This place is both more and less than what I expected,” says Abdul* an international student attending university in a small town. When I press him on what he means he explains that when he first arrived, he was disappointed that the town where his new university is located is so small.
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Updated: September 29, 2017Eight Public Universities with High Earning Potential Post Graduation
When selecting a school to study in the USA many students might look at the graduation rate, the degree programs, or even the reputation of the school when deciding which school to select.
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Updated: September 29, 20173 Tips to Succeed as a First Year International Student
Studying in the USA is an exciting experience for international students. It exposes them to different cultures and opportunities. For many students who have moved their lives to a foreign country it can also be an overwhelming time.
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Updated: September 29, 2017More People Go More Places with IELTS
IELTS is the world’s most popular English language test. More than 10,000 organisations in 140 countries accept IELTS, including schools, universities, employers, immigration authorities and professional bodies.
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Updated: September 21, 2017Paying for Your U.S. Education: Invest in Yourself
Is studying in the USA your goal? Does paying for study abroad seem like an impossible task? It’s not!
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Updated: September 20, 2017Colleges & Universities That Offer Scholarships to International Students: Maryland and Michigan
Finding the money to attend college or university can be quite a struggle, especially for international students.
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Updated: September 19, 2017The Lecture Class: What to Expect and How to Succeed in This Academic Staple
There is no way of knowing what form an individual lecture will take, but you can usually expect to sit and listen to a presentation on a single subject for an allotted period of time.
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Updated: September 19, 2017Making the Most of Your College Experience
College is the perfect time for students to learn and grow through travel, new friends and experiences.
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Updated: September 18, 2017Which Schools Offer Conditional Admission?
Many international students come to the USA to learn English, or pursue a degree program, or both. If you are interested in a degree program like a bachelor’s or master’s, most colleges and universities have a minimum English proficiency you must meet in order to be considered for the degree program.
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Updated: September 15, 2017Choosing a Business Program in the United States
Nearly 975,000 students from other countries enrolled in U.S. colleges and universities during the 2014-15 academic year—an increase of 10 percent over the previous year, according to the Institute of International Education (IIE).
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Updated: September 05, 2017Akari Masaoka from Japan: Studied English at American Collegiate English (ACE) at Grossmont College
Akari Masaoka from Japan studied English at American Collegiate English (ACE) at Grossmont College in El Cajon, California. She is now a freshman studying Digital Arts.
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Updated: September 05, 2017Priscilla Araya from Costa Rica: Studied English at the English as a Second Language (ESL) Program at Rice University
Priscilla Araya from Costa Rica is studied English at the English as a Second Language (ESL) Program at Rice University, in Houston, Texas.
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Updated: September 05, 2017Pacharapong Khrongsee from Thailand: Studying English at the English Language Institute at the University of Florida
Pacharapong Khrongsee from Thailand is studying English at the English Language Institute at the University of Florida in Gainesville, Florida. He is also pursuing a Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine degree.
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