The International Student Blog
3 Things International Students Should Do During the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic
Posted on April 3rd, 2020 by Connor BlayWherever you are from and whatever age you may be, there is no doubt that you know about Coronavirus (COVID-19). For the first time in a very long time, people all around the world are facing the same issue. We understand that it may seem overwhelming, but there are a number of different actions you […]
Getting a Student Loan Without a Cosigner
Posted on January 24th, 2020 by Connor BlayIf you’ve started the search for financial aid, you know that most loans for international students will require a cosigner. The added stress of finding a cosigner is a lot to bear for international students like you who already have a lot to do before making the trip abroad. Thankfully, there are loans that don’t […]
El beneficio de estudiar Inglés en los centros de lenguaje ELS
Posted on February 1st, 2019 by Yessica PratoMuchos estudiantes internacionales persiguen sus sueños de venir a EE. UU. pero una parte importante de este sueño es aprender el lenguaje. El Inglés es uno de los lenguajes más complicados de aprender, sin embargo esto no impide que cientos de estudiantes internacionales tomen la iniciativa e intenten aprenderlo. Por más de 50 años, los […]
Hangout Alert: Study Criminal Justice Inside the US
Posted on January 18th, 2016 by Bryanna DavisIf you’re considering a degree in criminal justice you won’t want to miss our live Hangout On Air this Thursday, January 21st at 11am EST. We will be joined by Colin Wiggins from CUNY- John Jay College of Criminal Justice to bring you the latest information on what to expect when studying criminal justice in […]
The “Advice to Graduates” Contest Winner Announced
Posted on June 5th, 2015 by Bryanna DavisOur second annual “Advice to Graduates” Contest has come to an end and we have named our winner! Abazie Wiseman took home $250 for the following words of wisdom that he shared with the graduating class of 2015: “Challenges are our best friends in disguise as they provide us paths to our goals. As you […]
The Inside Scoop on Studying Abroad in the UK
Posted on January 23rd, 2015 by Bryanna DavisYou’ve been thinking about it for a while and you’ve finally made the decision to do it. Although it will take months to prepare you know it will be worth it… you’re going to study abroad in the United Kingdom! You will want to start by getting as much information as possible right away. If […]
Need a Job? Hangout With Us Friday!
Posted on June 26th, 2014 by Bryanna DavisThis Friday we are hosting a Hangout On Air to help you learn how to use your contacts to get a job. When competing against hundreds, sometimes thousands of other applicants, finding a job is not always easy as a new international student graduate. Even with a stand-out resume that boasts your study abroad experience, […]
Ask Our May Advisor Your Question!
Posted on May 8th, 2014 by Bryanna DavisEvery month we bring in a new international student advisor from schools through the US. These advisors are available to answer any questions that you have about becoming an international student or being an international student. This month Darren Funk from Hannibal-LaGrange University is ready to answer your questions as our May advisor! Darren has […]
How to Study Abroad
Posted on February 7th, 2014 by Bryanna DavisYou’ve made up your mind- you’re going to study abroad! Now all you need to do is figure out how to study abroad. Luckily, we have a number of resources available that can help you in this journey. First, you will want to make sure your parents are comfortable with you studying abroad. You may […]
A Great (and Free) Valentine’s Day Gift
Posted on January 31st, 2014 by Bryanna DavisTomorrow is the first day of February which means if you are trying to plan something special for your loved ones on Valentine’s day- you only have two weeks left. If you’re tired of just buying chocolates and flowers, we have a new Valentine’s day gift idea for you- let us tell the one you […]
