The International Student Blog

During the month of July we hosted our Financial Aid Fun contest with International Student Loan. We asked three questions throughout the month- and in the end came out with three great winners! Each of these winners correctly answered the question by the deadline and were picked from a random drawing. If you missed the […]

One of the first steps to becoming an international student is picking a school! This might seem like an overwhelming task, but it’s actually one of the most fun items to check off your list. Choosing a school in the US means you can find a school that has the degree you want to pursue, […]

Let’s be honest- getting an international education is not cheap. In fact, one of the biggest questions that we hear from students like you is where to search for financial aid. While it’s always best to start with scholarships, scholarships can rarely fund an entire education. This means that international student loans are then necessary […]

If you are struggling to afford your education, you are not alone. 63% of international students last year said that they paid for the majority of their expenses is not easy to do in the US with tuition costs at thousands of dollars. International student loans are available to help, and if you apply now […]

College can easily be four of the most fun years of your life – especially if you choose to become an international student. Between living on your own for the first time to unforgettable late nights on the town, time flies faster than you can even imagine. Of course, education should be your main focus […]

Throughout the month of July you’ve had a couple of chances to win $100. It’s now the third week of our Financial Aid Fun Contest which means it’s your last chance to correctly answer our question for a shot at winning $100! Answer question three to win $100, below is the question, make sure you answer […]

Going away to college as an international student can be a fun and exciting experience, but being away from family and friends for the first time is difficult for many students. So in between classes, homework and making new friends, here are 6 unconventional ways to keep in touch with your loved ones, regardless of the […]

It’s time to announce the second question in the Financial Aid Fun contest! During the first three weeks of July we have joined forces with InternationalStudentLoan.com to bring you one contest- that has three chances to win $100! If you missed your first chance to enter to win, don’t worry, you have two more chances! […]

Get ready to walk the streets, interview the experts, advocate for the cause, and give the world a voice. When it comes to communications, it is all about experience. Since communication schools are so competitive, building a portfolio outlining work in the field as an international high school student can help you attain admission to […]

If you haven’t already heard, we are teaming up with International Student Loan during the month of July to help you understand international student loans and give you a chance to put up to $300 in your pocket! During the month of July we will release three questions- and we are releasing the first one […]