The International Student Blog
Tax Returns Are Due April 15th For International Students
Posted on April 11th, 2019 by Phu NguyenWith a due date of April 15th this year, tax returns must be submitted within just a few days. Every international student and their dependent must turn in a Form 8843 to the IRS, even if income was not received. Although Form 8843 is one of the more simple tax return forms, some students may […]
International Students Choose the University of Southern Indiana
Posted on April 5th, 2019 by Phu NguyenFor the international student drawn to quieter regions of the US, the University of Southern Indiana (USI) provides a beautiful backdrop. Located on a beautiful 1,400-acre campus in Evansville, Indiana, students can do things like visit the Angel Mounds State Historic Site, which is formerly a home to prehistoric Native Americans, has 12 earthen mounds, […]
Mariana Studying in Canada Part III
Posted on March 29th, 2019 by Phu NguyenBelow is the third blog update by Mariana Barbosa, InternationalStudent.com’s 2018 Travel Video Contest winner. Mariana is now studying Canada at the University of Winnipeg. You can track her journey by checking our blog throughout the year. Another month has passed for me here in Winnipeg. I have survived -50 degrees Celsius, and have – […]
InternationalStudent.com Facebook Live Event With Sprintax
Posted on March 27th, 2019 by Phu NguyenApril 15th’s tax return due date is less than a month away. All international students in the US and their dependents are required to file, regardless of whether or not income was earned. The paperwork can get confusing, and you may have some looming questions on what needs to be done and how to do […]
Tips for Getting Along with a Roommate
Posted on March 22nd, 2019 by Jacqueline SchultzArriving in the U.S. as an international student is an exciting experience! Not only will you have the opportunity to improve your language skills and receive an excellent education, you will make long-lasting friendships. Additionally, you will get to experience a whole new culture. As exciting as this is, it may also be nerve-wracking to […]
How to Make Your Resume Stand Out
Posted on March 16th, 2019 by Jacqueline SchultzWhether you are beginning your first year of college or getting ready to graduate, having a solid resume on hand is important for any opportunity that comes along. For employers, however, a lot of resumes begin looking the same. The question then turns to how one can make their resume unique. If you are hoping […]
5 Things All International Students Should Know
Posted on March 8th, 2019 by Phu NguyenSo you’ve been accepted to the school of your choice and now you’re ready to take the steps to head over to the US and begin your studies. There is sure to be lots to do before you embark on your journey. Some tasks will certainly take higher priority than others. But what might those […]
Tips for International Students Filing Tax Returns
Posted on March 1st, 2019 by Phu NguyenThere are a lot of traditions in America, and tax return time is one of them. Sure, it’s not as exciting as the Fourth of July, but it’s Tax Day is still one that Americans circle on their calendar, and partake in every year. The due date for 2019 to file tax returns is April […]
How to Travel the US on a Budget
Posted on February 22nd, 2019 by Sutherland BeeverThe United States is a pretty big country, meaning your travel budget can quickly diminish if you aren’t careful. Lucky for you, this blog will outline the cheapest ways to get across the US without breaking the bank – including transportation and housing options, along with fun entertainment ideas. Transportation Trains and buses – Both […]
Mariana Studying in Canada Part II
Posted on February 8th, 2019 by Phu NguyenBelow is the second blog update by Mariana Barbosa, InternationalStudent.com’s 2018 Travel Video Contest winner. Mariana is now studying Canada. You can track her journey by checking our blog throughout the year. I admire anyone who can go ice skating. I tried and didn’t succeed, for now. It was fun though. Maybe with a lot of […]
