The International Student Blog
Open Doors for Your Engineering Career at George Mason University
Posted on March 2nd, 2022 by Connor BlayScience, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) is continuously growing and showing no signs of slowing down. In fact, by 2027, careers in STEM are expected to grow by 13%. The Volgenau School of Engineering at George Mason University (GMU) aims to equip students with the tools they need to be well-rounded engineers. According to U.S. […]
Transferring From a College to a University
Posted on February 1st, 2022 by Connor BlayMany students believe that attending a university in the U.S. is impossible because of financial reasons. However, many fail to consider that transferring to a university after completing a two-year degree program at a college is a way to save a significant amount of money. Many colleges offer 2+2 programs which allow students to transfer […]
How to Master the College Admissions Essay
Posted on January 21st, 2022 by Connor BlayHaving great grades and outstanding test scores will certainly make your college application stand out. But many students don’t know that having a thoughtful, well-written essay also goes a long way. Sometimes, your admissions essay can be the difference between the acceptance or the denial of your application to a college or university. For non-native […]
Fall 2021 Essentials for US International Students
Posted on June 15th, 2021 by Connor BlayWith travel restrictions starting to ease up, many first-year international students will now have the option to come to the US for the fall 2021 semester. If you’re not quite ready to make the journey yet or you’re in a country where travel restrictions haven’t yet been lifted, we understand and so do colleges and […]
What Are Intramural Sports?
Posted on May 21st, 2021 by Connor BlayThere are currently more than 20,000 international student-athletes enrolled and competing at schools associated with the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA). We encourage any students who would like to compete in collegiate sports at the highest level in the US to reach out to NCAA recruiters. The opportunity to become an NCAA athlete is certainly […]
Boost Your Career Prospects at Manchester Metropolitan University
Posted on May 14th, 2021 by Connor BlayWith the international jobs market more competitive than ever, it’s important for students to begin planning for their future career prior to entering the workforce. At Manchester Metropolitan University, your employability is a priority. You will have several opportunities to network and gain experience throughout your time at Manchester Met. Keep reading to find out […]
5 Tips for Taking Summer Classes
Posted on May 7th, 2021 by Connor BlaySo, you’ve decided to take classes during the summer. Good choice! My very first semester in college was during the summer and now I recommend summer classes to everyone. But while taking summer classes is an excellent way to get a head start on your program, it may be challenging to work at an accelerated […]
Thriving at Manchester Metropolitan University
Posted on April 30th, 2021 by Connor BlayLocated in the city centre of vibrant Manchester, England, Manchester Metropolitan University is one of the largest universities in the UK. The university has welcomed over 3,000 international students from more than 130 countries and is still growing. When you’re a student at Manchester Met, you can take comfort in knowing that you are never […]
Seven Reasons to Study in Canada
Posted on April 9th, 2021 by Luke ClausenAt some point, you may have heard that Canada is a lot like the United States, but colder and with more affordable healthcare. This is partially true, as many of the things that are attractive and popular about the United States exist in Canada as well. However, Canada is its own unique place with climate […]
How to Improve Your GPA
Posted on March 1st, 2021 by Connor BlayWell, you slipped up and didn’t get the grades you were looking for. You’re only human, after all, and there’s no need to start panicking about your GPA yet. There are actually several ways that you can improve your GPA prior to graduation should you need to. To help you out, here are some of […]