The International Student Blog

Boston University is a private research university located in the city of Boston, Massachusetts. Methodists founded it in 1839, with its first campus in Newbury, Vermont, before relocating to Boston in 1867. The setting of the University is urban, and the campus is 140 acres in size. An international student at Boston University is defined […]

Studying in California is attractive for various reasons, including the state’s high standard of living, its sun-kissed climate, its world-famous beaches, its exciting cities, its abundance of cultural riches, and its undisputed position at the forefront of modern technology, to name just a few. There are many world-class universities in the state, and they have […]

Science, 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. […]

Many 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 […]

Having 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 […]

With 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 […]

There 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 […]

With 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 […]

So, 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 […]

Located 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 […]