Learn about what it’s like to study at U.S. schools and universities directly from real international students who share their stories and experiences.
An interview Alaa Alsabbah from Saudi Arabia, who studies intensive English at ELS Language Center in Portland, Oregon.
Why did you decide to study in the USA? I chose to study in the USA because the company that I was working had an office in Houston, TX.
Why did you decide to study in the USA? When I was an undergraduate student at the University of Costa Rica, I decided to apply for the Global Undergrad Program and to study in the United States for one year. I wanted to improve my English skills,...
Why did you decide to study in the USA? Studying abroad has always been a part of my bucket list.
Why did you decide to study in the USA? I decided to study in the USA because it was my dream since I was young. I admired the teaching methods of the USA — they are modern and practical. Additionally, my major is Chemistry, so I have to tak...
My name’s Callista and I’m from Malaysia. Recently, I’ve been admitted to school as an international student in Nevada, USA.
Why did you decide to study in the USA? The USA has better foundations for the professional study of Interaction Design and Computer Science fields. Studying in the USA is the best choice for me because I want to continue studying for my master&rs...
Why did you decide to study in the USA? My first reason for wanting to come to the USA was to enhance my English skills. I was a Ph.D. student in Turkey, and my English skills were limited when it came to academic reading and writing. I firmly bel...
Why did you decide to study in the USA? There was a better opportunity of study here in the States that Italy did not offer me. My circumstances are also different from most International students, my whole family moved to the States so it was a l...
Studying abroad is a great opportunity, but it requires a lot of attention and responsibility. Although you have never studied abroad before (this was my case), you can be a successful student at a U.S. university if you prove that you are mature eno...
Why did you decide to study in the USA? I decided to study in the US because I wanted to get out of my comfort zone and experience a new culture. Coming from a relatively small city in Norway, I got tired of doing the same routines and following t...
Why did you decide to study in the USA? I decided to study in the USA because it has a very reputable education system.
I wanted to learn practical English in an English-speaking country. I was especially interested in developing my listening and speaking skills.
Unfortunately, authentic foreign cuisine can be difficult to find at some American colleges. Campus dining options may be limited to fast-food staples, and ingredients common in some countries may be unavailable in parts of the U.S. Some campuses,...
Why did you decide to study in the USA? I believe the US offers the best education in Business Analytics, which is the field that I’m pursuing for graduate school. In addition, it is the perfect place for me to develop my skills and expand m...
Ever since she was a little girl, Ameera was aware of the importance of English as a global language. When she decided to study information systems in her native Saudi Arabia, she knew that most of the program would be taught in English ...
She now lives in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, and holds a Master’s degree in Comparative Law. We interviewed her now she is back home.
When I thought about my life after college, I wanted to be able to work internationally. So, I decided to come to the United States to learn business in English to make my dream come true.
I decided to come to the United States not only to study and learn English, but also because I had friends who lived in Boston.
I decided to study in the USA to improve my English, being aware that mastering this language is now essential in a world more and more interconnected. I also went here since at the end of high school I was really undecided about what I wanted to stu...
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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