The International Student Blog

The idea that knowledge is power has never been more true than it is now. At the same time, not all knowledge is created equal so even if a college degree is more valuable than ever, certain fields of study are more valuable still. College graduates with computer skills are among the most highly sought-after […]

If nothing gives you a thrill like the thought of flying planes, then aviation degree programs like flight management can help an international student such as yourself become a pilot. There are over 100 colleges and universities that offer aviation degree programs to international students. By studying flight management, international students not only learn how […]

As home to a diverse array of cuisines that range from Thai to Tibetan and Ethiopian to Estonia available around just about every corner, New York City is a town that knows good food. Along with this well-deserved reputation for diversity, the city also enjoys a reputation for quality. Some of the finest restaurants in […]

It’s easy to become overwhelmed when choosing between colleges. With the abundance of schools and information available, it can be nearly impossible to determine which school is right for you. When choosing a recording engineering school, as with any college search, it is important to factor in issues such as cost and preferred class size. […]

For any international student who wants to eventually work as on-air broadcasting talent“ an anchor, reporter, correspondent, radio host, etc.“ diction in broadcasting will be an especially important skill. Unfortunately, dictation can be a weak point for international students attempting to study broadcasting in the U.S. depending on their comfort level with the English language. […]

The broadcasting program tends to get intensive and very hands-on in its later years, but during the first half of a four-year program and especially the very first year, many international students studying broadcasting will find themselves mostly knocking down general education requirements. However, there is one early class that nearly all broadcasting students can […]

Most broadcasting programs involve some sort of media ethics class, discussing issues such as privacy, freedom of the press, and professional integrity. For students interested in sports broadcasting programs and the larger issues surrounding that field, another interesting ethical analysis is available in the standard Sports Ethics class. This course is usually only an absolute […]

LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest, Blogger…what should these websites mean to you? Well, if you decide to study marketing in the US they may just be the keys to your marketing success! Learning to master social media can really help your marketing efforts and create positive results for your company, just as it states in “Social […]

If you’re an international student who’s answered the question “Why study literature?” and you’ve decided to go ahead with it, one of your next moves may be to apply to SUNY Brockport. The State University of New York in Brockport offers a great literature concentration through its bachelor’s and master’s degrees in English. The SUNY […]

Are you an international student interested in hovering a helicopter over the open sea with Navy seals dangling on extension ropes, ready to make a rescue? Would you like the challenge of landing a fighter plane on an aircraft carrier? How about the idea of flying over enemy grounds to scout or participate in a […]