The International Student Blog

If you had a twenty-dollar bill, would you know how many or what types of things you could buy in the United States? As an international student, it is important to have a good idea of what a dollar (or twenty) can buy, specially when on a tight budget. It may seem like technology will […]

Arizona State University (ASU) is more than a university, it’s a place where ideas are valued and the impossible is possible! For over 40 years, Arizona State University Global Launch program has provided Intensive English instruction for students from over 160 countries! Learn more about studying English at Arizona State University where students receive high […]

It’s a dream you’ve had for a while and you’re finally making it happen: you’re going to apply to study in the US. Although it might seem like it’s an easy enough process, there are many things that can get in the way of you receiving that acceptance letter. Here are three things that can […]

Let’s face it, being a full time international student in the US is exhausting. Along with having the typical work of a student (classes, exams, study groups, projects, pop quizzes, essays, etc) international students also have to balance this with exploring a new culture, making new friends, and trying to adjust to just about everything […]

From learning camera equipment to understanding the dynamics of a famous film, each degree in film teaches international students something new and exciting about the world of film. There are many different degrees an international student can get in film. Just at the University of Southern California Los Angeles there are two different schools with […]

College is a time full of transitions, especially as an international student inside the US. A new campus, new friends, new living situation and maybe even a new language- all of the changes can be overwhelming and it’s expected that international students will go through culture-shock. However, college-aged students like you are at an age […]

If you are an international student looking for ideas regarding where to study show production, you should consider New York City. New York is home to over 8 million people from all over the world, and the perfect home base for your time in the United States. The Tisch School of the Arts at New […]

If you’re an international student in the US and are preparing for a cold winter then it’s best to prepare now- especially if you’ve never experienced cold weather. Here are a few tips on how to survive your first cold winter. 1. Accessorize Smarter: accessories are not just for fashion, especially in temperatures below freezing. […]

International students pursuing a graduate degree in video game development in the United States should pay particular attention to the curriculum of the graduate program in question as not every graduate degree in video game development is the same. Video game development majors should be aware that game development programs in the United States emphasize […]

If you’re an international student wanting to pursue business- you’re not alone. For colleges and universities across the United States, business is, well, big business. Not only is a business degree sought after by domestic students, but according to the Institute of International Education’s most recent Open Doors data on international students– it is also […]