The International Student Blog
What Does a Movie Producer Do?
Posted on December 23rd, 2013 by Jenny FrankelSome of the longest movie credits of all time include Alien v Predator with a 12-minute long sequence and Lord of the Rings: Return of the King which was just over nine minutes. It takes a lot of people to create a film. The person who brought them all together is the movie producer. But […]
Studying in Florida
Posted on December 21st, 2013 by Bryanna DavisOne of the best states for potential international students in the US is Florida. Florida is home to great schools, incredible weather, and world class entertainment like beaches and theme parks. International students from all over the world find themselves in Florida pursuing fun and challenging degrees. Schools There are several great private and state […]
Choosing the Right Major
Posted on December 19th, 2013 by Bryanna DavisThe most important aspect of college is without a doubt the education you’ll receive. International students choose new colleges and universities around the world to be exposed to new culture and experiences, but also to gain the skills needed to enter the workforce. Many chase their dreams by studying a major that they are most interested in. […]
How to Get a Career as a Director
Posted on December 16th, 2013 by Jenny FrankelIf you’re thinking about pursuing a career as a director, you might be wondering what a film school at a college or university can actually teach you. After all, how can you teach someone an artistic process? To have a career as a director, you don’t need to have a college degree, however, there are […]
Get Your Textbooks for the New Semester!
Posted on December 14th, 2013 by Bryanna DavisThe new semester is almost here! This of course means you will need a whole bundle of new books for your new classes. No matter what the course, chances are you are going to need textbooks, reading materials, and even software for some classes. Some may require only one book, and others may require seven. […]
What You Need to Know About Studying Aviation in the US
Posted on December 9th, 2013 by Jenny FrankelStudying aviation is a technical pursuit. There are many different terms and structures to the air transportation business in the U.S. which could affect where you choose to study aviation. International students who commit to studying aviation should educate themselves on the general outline of air transportation in the US. Civil aviation represents all non-military […]
Steps to Find Your Dream School in the US
Posted on December 5th, 2013 by Bryanna DavisLook out USA, because here you come! You’ve decided you’re going to be an international student in the US, but first you need to find a school to attend. Although this might seem like an overwhelming task, you already have the tools needed to see what schools are available for international students along with their […]
Facing an Emergency as an International Student
Posted on November 30th, 2013 by Bryanna DavisBeing an international student means having the chance to experience a whole new world! While most students who study abroad for a few weeks or years never stumble into any problems- there are a select few who do. In the event that the odds are not in your favor, it’s best to be informed on […]
Seventh Year Increase in International Education
Posted on November 27th, 2013 by Bryanna DavisThis month the annual Open Doors report from the Institute of International Education (IIE) has shed light on the trends of international students in the 2012-2013 academic year. The 2012/13 survey reports that for the seventh consecutive year the number of international students in US higher education is on the rise. This year there were […]
How The Nielsen DMA Ranks Can Help Your Career
Posted on November 25th, 2013 by Jenny FrankelIn the United States, the leader in television viewing data is a company called Nielsen Media Research. While many may be familiar with the role of Nielsen ratings in either condemning a TV show to cancellation or rewarding it with a renewal, the more relevant function of Nielsen to international students looking for American broadcasting […]