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In her newest post, Khady Kebe, a student from Senegal who is majoring in world languages at Grossmont College, shares how to find help at school and how getting a job can help with your finances. Read more
Jennifer Mena from Ecuador is an international student who recently joined us for a Live session. She shared parts of her student journey and discussed the role of confidence in getting her where she is today. “Don’t let the judgment stop you or limit you, but instead, try to use it as fuel,” states Jennifer.
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Blogger Rossana Di Grande talks to two students in the American Collegiate English (ACE) program — Mai from Japan and Zras Jr. from Libya — about their experiences learning English and their plans for the future. Rossana, who is from Italy, is studying towards a degree in Forensic Technology at Grossmont College. Read more
After a year of studying at the University of Northern Iowa, blogger Umas Nangavulan from Taiwan asked himself, “Is it worth coming here to study social work?” He reflects, “However, when I look back, I think everything is more than worthy.” Read more
For international students to be successful means having support when and if you need it along every step of the way. Hear directly from 4 students who talk about the support services they used throughout their time at Lawrence University in Appleton, Wisconsin. Read more
Santa Rosa Junior College’s international students joined other student groups, academic departments, student services, and community organizations to celebrate Earth Day by creating a beautiful street mural with a border representing the 34 countries that they come from. Read more
Rossana Di Grande from Italy moved to San Diego four years ago with her family. Earlier this year, at the age of 43, she started studying towards a degree in Forensic Technology at Grossmont College. Rossana says, “My suggestion for you is to always follow your dreams and make them became true; it is never too late!” Read more
Khady Kebe, an international student from Senegal who is majoring in world languages at Grossmont College, lists all the reasons why San Diego is great in the summer. Plus, she outlines why taking summer classes helps her meet her academic goals more quickly. Read more
“As an international student, it was important to me to go to a school with a strong sense of community. I was worried I would have a hard time making friends; however, it turns out I had nothing to worry about,” shares Marie Jacobsen, an international student from Norway at the University of Arizona. Read more
Global fintech startup, Prodigy Finance, has raised a total of $750M in recent investment funding efforts. Read more
Valeria Renée Rivera grew up in El Salvador but dreamed and planned for years to study abroad in the U.S. How did she make it happen? “I always tell people to take every opportunity that they can. I achieved a lot when I was in school,” she says.
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Hamdiatu Yakubu, from Ghana, West Africa, reflects on how she used to yearn to be an adult when she was a teenager. She asks, “Wait!!! Did you also yearn to be an adult during your teens? I do not know the ideal age to turn into an adult. Are you an adult already?” Read more
International student Ayako Miyakoshi from Japan is studying at Hillsborough Community College in Tampa, Florida. She’s chosen to take summer classes so she can graduate in a 2-year period. But she’s found a way to balance both going to school and also enjoying summer and time with friends Read more
All things are possible at The Bolles School. We offer courses in seven languages (including Arabic, Chinese, and Japanese), on-campus language study, and exchange programs with a number of exciting locations. Life as an international boarding student is filled with opportunities to connect with peers and acclimate to life in the states. Read more
Imagine a world without mechanical engineering: no cars, trains, planes, or even moving toys! Mechanical engineers are involved in various aspects of a product's development. Find your future in mechanical engineering at the University of Arkansas! Read more
Blogger Acalli Navarro, who is a student at Truckee Meadows Community College, discusses stories and why they matter. He explains, “After listening to what the people I interviewed had to say about the stories and their messages, I decided that stories are a fundamental part of growing up. This blog will discuss the potential effects that stories have on us while growing up.” Read more
Ayako Miyakoshi from Japan is a student blogger studying accounting at Hillsborough Community College. She believes that “What you gain through studying abroad makes it worth it. Believe me! All of the new experiences will give you different perspectives that you did not have before, which will allow you to grow personally and into more independent person.” Read more
“Hi, I am Sakshi Jain from India. I joined the Berkeley Haas Global Access Program (BHGAP) in January 2022.” Prior to studying in the U.S., Sakshi graduated with a Masters in Business Administration from IIM Lucknow, India, and worked in the consumer goods industry for more than five years. Read more
Elgin Community College offers an Associate in Science degree that is designed to transfer easily to a four-year college or university and make it possible for you to complete a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science. This pathway incorporates coursework that provides students with a strong foundation in mathematics, science, and the technical skills necessary for a wide variety of technology based professions. Read more
Architectural studies is a multidisciplinary degree at the University of Arkansas. But it may not be for everyone. Read more below to make an informed decision about pursuing this route. Read more