Student Experiences
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Updated: October 27, 2021
Andrea Escobar García from Mexico Studying English at University of Texas at Austin The English Language Center
My goals in terms of my career are to have a good job wherever I live, not just to survive, but a job that I enjoy doing and can expand my horizons wherever I look. Having studied in the United States and especially at UT gives you more advantages when applying for a job because you speak another language and because you have more knowledge of the outside world.
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Updated: October 27, 2021
Raquel Lopez de Boer, from Spain, is Studying Neuroscience and Chemistry at Moravian College in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
I would like to continue my higher education to pursue a PhD in Neuroscience so that I can study the brain and the nervous system in more depth. My goal is to specialize in the research of neurodegenerative disease such as Alzheimer's disease.
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Updated: October 27, 2021
Taehun Yang, from South Korea, is Majoring in Business Administration and Social and Behavioral Sciences at Irvine Valley College in California
My career goal is to become involved in global business. Simply put, I want to become a bridge that connects Korean companies to the global market. I believe that the U.S. education is perfect for my career goal as I get to learn different cultures all around the world by utilizing the diversity in the USA.
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Updated: October 27, 2021
How an Auburn Civil Engineering Major from Thailand Landed a Career in Atlanta
Natcha, a civil engineering major from Thailand, will use her coursework, clubs, and co-op experiences from Auburn University in her new role as a highway engineer at Atkins.
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Updated: October 27, 2021
Daniela Zhao, from São Paulo, Brazil, is studying at Orange Coast College in Costa Mesa, California
A piece of advice I have for students is planning. Planning is really important, such as knowing in advance where you are going to study, where you are going to live, and your budget for each month.
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Updated: October 27, 2021
Yu Cao from China is a senior at Columbia College Chicago studying arts management (live and performing arts)
I think there is a big gap between Chinese educational system. Chinese education talks about collectivism. On the other hand, American education talks about individualism. I can’t say which one is better from my personal experiences. But I do believe that if you can be successful in one, you can also be successful in another.
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Updated: October 27, 2021
Sergio Carrallo Left Professional Soccer to Study Digital Marketing at University of California, Irvine
The main reason is that UCI is one of the top universities in the U.S. It's among the world's most respected research institutions, and it has a beautiful, big campus — big enough for everyone to find where they fit in.
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Updated: October 20, 2021
Samuel Sam from Ghana is in his first year at Chemeketa Community College in Oregon where he’s studying to become an electronic engineering technician
What I like best about Chemeketa Community College is how diverse it is, seeing that many people from different countries and different backgrounds give me leverage and enthusiasm to love and appreciate my heritage.
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Updated: October 27, 2021
Terah Kasozi from Uganda is getting an associate’s degree in music at Glendale Community College in California
If you are willing to learn, you can adjust to any learning system. I think I started with the hardest learning system, which made this system easier for me to adjust.
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Updated: October 27, 2021
Fabiha Khan from Pakistan is studying psychology at Mohawk Valley Community College
What I love about my college is the fact that the sizes of classrooms are comparatively smaller and professors constantly have time for students. They are very much involved in their students' success and give them their undivided attention.
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Updated: October 27, 2021
Jinhee Jeong, from South Korea, is Studying Nursing at Shoreline Community College in Shoreline, Washington
I like the staff and instructors. In addition, Shoreline has advisors for the international students, their instructors are very caring and considerate, and they make sure the students adjust and learn successfully.
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Updated: October 27, 2021
Tae Ho Lee, from South Korea, Attended Randolph-Macon Academy (R-MA) from 2005-2009 and Graduated as Valedictorian of His Class
Even though the language can be a barrier when you’re trying to make American friends, I want to say that people of the same age share common thoughts and problems. Even if language and culture are different, one should have the right attitude to understand culture differences and put an extra effort to break the barriers.
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Updated: October 27, 2021
Pablo Gentile, from Argentina, is studying English at the American Collegiate English (ACE) at Grossmont College in San Diego, California
Coming to the US is a great opportunity. I absolutely recommend this experience to anyone who is thinking about it. It is a great country to project your life, especially in the San Diego area. It is safe, the people are nice, the city is beautiful, and the weather is really pleasant.
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Updated: October 27, 2021
Moath Sharayah, from Jordan, is majoring in Industrial Engineering at the College of DuPage, located in Glen Ellyn, Illinois
My career goal is to be an ultra-successful engineer. I think my education in the U.S. will not only help me achieve that, but it will also improve my technical and management skills.
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Updated: October 21, 2021
Lu The Linh, Who Goes by Linh and is from Vietnam, is Studying at Mohawk Valley Community College, Utica campus
We are humans, we will find some way to community with others, we do not need to feel worried or scared. The school will provide what you need. Make some friends so you will not feel lonely.
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Updated: June 15, 2023
Marta Santone, from Brazil, is studying English at Lake Washington Institute of Technology, Washington.
The resources and support I have through the International Students Office, and even the fact that my classmates help me when I have any difficulties.
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Updated: November 02, 2021
Tam Le from Vietnam is a senior majoring in accounting at the University of South Dakota
I understand going to another country to study abroad is a lot to think about. But once you believe in yourself and start going after your dream, there will be doors open and opportunities available to you.
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Updated: November 02, 2021
Aksa Saji from India is studying biology at Delaware County Community College (DCCC)
My career goal is to become a doctor. My U.S. education is very relevant to my personal goals as, here, there are more opportunities for those seeking them.
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Updated: October 27, 2021
Ni Long from Beijing, China, is a Freshman Majoring in Psychology at Santa Rosa Junior College in California
The diversity of students in American colleges is attractive to me. I like to talk and study with different excellent students.
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Updated: November 02, 2021
Q&A with Edmonds College President Dr. Amit B. Singh
Students should create a list of priorities, such as institution ranking, location, campus life and experience, cost, service learning, and volunteer opportunities. With more than 5,000 universities and colleges in the U.S., there is a school for everyone.
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