Life in the USA

Four Things to Do Before You Get to Campus

Opening your acceptance email and finding out you’ll attend university in the United States is one of the most exciting moments of your life. Immediately, you’ll have a long list of things you’ll want to do when you arrive in the U.S.

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Living in the Dormitory: Everything You Need to Know

Moving to the dormitory from your family home can be difficult — it’s a total change of environment and social circle. However, it is possible to make this experience easier if you know what to prepare for in advance. In fact, everyone who ever lived in a dormitory says that it was challenging, but in the end, it was a worthwhile experience.

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Where Can I Study English in Boston, Massachusetts?

Boston is located in the state of Massachusetts on the East Coast. It is considered one of the most historic cities in the USA and a multicultural educational hub. 

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Experiencing America Outside the Classroom

“Cultural competency is a recognized component of language learning. You can’t speak a language well without understanding what is important to the people who speak that language. Travel allows our international students to actually experience the culture rather than just read about it in a textbook,”

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Why Spend a Semester Studying in America

Increasing numbers of university students are opting to spend one or two semesters studying at a university in another country.

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University of Kentucky Senior Comes to U.S. Knowing No English, Four Years Later Will Attend Harvard

Esias Bedingar always knew he wanted to study medicine. After deciding he wanted to experience a new culture in an English-speaking country, he came to University of Kentucky to pursue this dream. There was one challenge that Bedingar knew he had to overcome: he spoke no English.

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Jane Sun Travel From Student to CEO

China’s Great Wall. Australia’s remote Outback. Italy’s ancient ruins. 

From her perch atop the global travel industry, Jane Sun, CEO of CTrip, Asia’s largest online travel agency, connects people with the best destinations the world has to offer. She even quotes Confucius when explaining how cultural experiences can bridge divides, strengthen industries and create peace.

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Head 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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Spend a Summer in New York City!

“My mother enjoyed her experience with ELS Juilliard program much more this time because of everything the package included especially the activities and staff that help guide us.” Maria Julia says. “When she attended many years ago, the program did not include activities and it was a lot for her to learn NYC on her own . . . being able to attend with me, her daughter, and stay in the dormitory together was a special unique experience.”

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Welcome to the Windy City! Find Your Home in Chicago

Chicago is the third most populous city in the United States with 2.7 million residents. With more than 100 universities and colleges, students from around the world call Chicago home. 

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Beyond the Books

"Whenever I take part in the student activities, I feel like I am not only making friends, but I also feel like I am part of a huge international family here in the U.S.A."

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Looking for a university in the States? Check out what Boston has to offer!

When it comes to immersing yourself in United States history, there are few places more iconic than Boston. Located in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Boston attracts nearly 20 million visitors each year for its historic landmarks, culture, entertainment and universities.

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Where Can I Study Business Near New York City?

New York City (NYC) in New York state is the largest city in the USA. With nearly 8 million people living in New York City, there is a wide variety of things to do, see, and eat! Many industries are based in NYC, such as finance, fashion, film, theatre, food service, and technology. 

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8 Things That Make U.S. Universities Safe

8 Things That Make U.S. Universities Safe

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Studying in America: Making the Most of Your U.S. Classes

"I am most surprised by the diversity in the United States. This country is a place for everybody in the world." That was Jingran Zhao's first impression when she arrived at Georgia College & State University near Atlanta, to study accounting.

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5 Road Trips for the Fall Semester

The Unites States is an incredibly large country and there is no better way to see it than taking a road trip. The fall semester is the perfect time to hit the road with the various three-day weekends and holidays, and the crisp cool weather. 

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3 Tips for Finding Cheap Airfare as a Student

Living as an international student in the USA can provide you with many opportunities to travel. 

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The International Student’s Guide to Getting Involved in Extracurricular Activities

If you are an international student going to school at a U.S. university, extracurricular activities are a great way to get involved in American culture, meet new friends and continue your hobbies throughout your tenure.

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Arren Romeril, from Ontario, Canada, is studying Business Administration at Maryville University in St. Louis, Missouri.

I decided to study in the USA because of the wide variety of business jobs and careers. I had the opportunity to play college hockey and I wanted to take advantage of the amazing academic system that there is here in the USA. 

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Tatiana 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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