The International Student Blog

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 […]

The United Kingdom maintains a high level of popularity thanks to the hundreds of thousands of international students who choose to study there each year at the best Universities in the country. The United Kingdom (UK) is a popular destination for international students due to its large and diverse population and excellent educational system. Who […]

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. […]

Ever find yourself feeling bored and inactive? Sometimes it can feel like you’ve got nothing left to do because you’ve already done everything there is to do. But, in reality, there is so much you can do while studying in the US, it’s virtually impossible to do it all. If you ever find yourself experiencing […]

Happy Valentine’s Day! If you’re a new US international student and this is your first time in the US on February 14th, you might be asking what today is about. Valentine’s Day is a celebration of love and it’s the perfect time to show that one special person that you care about them. It can […]

When you finish writing your college admissions essay, it might be tempting to submit it without proofreading or editing it. Writing can take a lot out of you and it’s understandable that you’re eager to check your college admissions essay off of your to-do list. However, proofreading and editing is a vital part of writing […]

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 […]

Salman Sayyed was raised by his mother on the streets of Mumbai, India. While selling books to passerbys, he met a motherly figure who would change his life forever. The woman helped him earn his high school and university degree which allowed him to start working as a tour guide in Mumbai. It was then […]

Getting admitted to a college or university in the US is a big accomplishment. If you have recently received an acceptance letter from a Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) approved college or university in the US, you’ve already completed the first step of the F1 visa application process. However, the rest of the process […]