The International Student Blog
Northwest Missouri State University Programs for International Students
Posted on May 15th, 2020 by Connor BlayEach year, our friend and Northwest Missouri State University (NWMSU) International Involvement Center Director, Phil Hull, makes the trip overseas to meet some of you. This year, he was set to visit The Balkans region but because of COVID-19 he was forced to cancel all travel plans. He wanted us to pass along the message […]
The Pros and Cons of Transferring to a University from a Community College
Posted on May 13th, 2020 by Connor BlayStudying in the US as an international student is a tremendous way to grow academically and personally. However, if you’re considering a future as an international student in the US, you know that you’ll have to budget. If you’re looking to save on the cost of getting your degree, it’s an excellent idea to consider […]
Study ESL Through CU Denver’s LynxDirect Pathway Program
Posted on March 13th, 2020 by Connor BlayGreat news for international students who would like to study English as a Second Language (ESL)! Students are now able to apply for the LynxDirect Pathway Program at the University of Colorado Denver (CU Denver) for the upcoming Fall 2020 semester and for the Spring 2021 semester. LynxDirect is an accelerated pathway to degree program […]
English Proficiency Tests at University of Arkansas
Posted on March 2nd, 2020 by Luke ClausenWhen studying in the U.S., nearly all classes, textbooks, and communications from the school will, of course, be in English. Many international students speak some level of English, but universities in the U.S. want to know that an incoming international student has sufficient English skills to succeed in their studies. This is why so many […]
Facebook Live: Ayan’s International Student Loan Journey
Posted on February 26th, 2020 by Connor BlayIn order to start your journey as an international student, you will first need to make sure you have adequate funding. There is a large amount of funding available to international students like grants and scholarship opportunities, but more often than not, these will not cover the full cost of tuition & fees. Because of […]
Research at a University in the US
Posted on January 31st, 2020 by Connor BlayUniversities in the US have so many different opportunities that it can be hard to narrow down what you want to accomplish while studying abroad. One of the opportunities available to international students in the US is research for undergraduates, graduates, and doctoral candidates. As the world of research continues to grow and flourish, more […]
Fayetteville’s Home on the Hill
Posted on August 30th, 2019 by Phu NguyenFayetteville, Arkansas has been listed as one of the top 5 best places to live in the U.S. for several years in a row by US News & World Report. For those who live in the area, this ranking is far from surprising. With a population of just under 90,000, Fayetteville has a lot to […]
Healthy Habits at the University of Southern Indiana
Posted on August 22nd, 2019 by Phu NguyenInternational students who attend the University of Southern Indiana (USI) have many options for becoming involved in campus clubs, activities, and living experiences. From Living Learning Communities to Intramural Sports to Greek Organizations and other clubs, USI provides their international students the ability to branch out and find ways to immerse themselves in campus life. […]
International Students at The University of Colorado Denver
Posted on August 9th, 2019 by Phu NguyenLocated in the heart of the Mile High City of downtown Denver, the University of Colorado Denver (CU Denver) is a unique research-based institution in the middle of the Rocky Mountains. International students at The University of Colorado Denver are able to receive a quality education in a variety of fields amidst all that the […]
Recap: Facebook Live Event with Valencia College
Posted on July 12th, 2019 by Phu NguyenInternationalStudent.com would like to thank May Martines for joining us on our Facebook Live Event with Valencia College today. May is a graduating international student at Valencia College, and offered her time to answer some popular questions international students have about studying in the USA, and specifically, in Orlando, Florida at Valencia. Thanks to May, […]
