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Updated: January 26, 2024Applying for Admission to a U.S. Program
Each U.S. university and college sets its own admission standards and decides which applicants meet those standards. Luckily, many universities and colleges are looking to enroll international students like you – and we can help with college admission assistance.
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Updated: November 03, 2021Community Colleges in the USA
More international students are attending community colleges, which offer a popular alternative for completing the first two years of a bachelor's degree.
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Updated: September 20, 2021Learning English in the USA
What better place to come than the USA - Land of Opportunity - to learn English where it is spoken everyday? Look at our English (ESL) Programs
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Updated: October 31, 2022What is the difference between a school, college and university in the USA?
What is the difference between a college and a university? This confuses me because the words seem to mean very different things in my home country.
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Updated: October 23, 2021Transferring to a New University
One of the great strengths of American higher education is the ease with which students can transfer from one college or university to another.
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Updated: November 07, 2021Understanding the American Education System
The American education system offers a rich field of choices for international students. There is such an array of schools, programs and locations that the choices may overwhelm students, even those from the U.S. As you begin your school search, it’s important to familiarize yourself with the American education system. Understanding the system will help you narrow your choices and develop your education plan.
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Updated: October 28, 2022How to Get Your U.S. Student Visa
Here are some guidelines to help make your student visa application process smooth and successful. This guide will cover the basics of visas and how to get a student visa to the US. We'll also give you a handful of tips and resources you can use to ensure your visa application process proceeds smoothly.
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Updated: August 05, 2020Why Studying in the USA Will Change Your Future
What would it mean to have an American university listed on your resume? Why would potential employers pause and take notice of your education credentials from the United States?
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Updated: October 04, 2021Transferring from a Community College - 2 + 2 Agreements
Community colleges offer significantly lower tuition, smaller classes and
Many American students –and 90,000 international students—attend a community college for the first two years of university studies. With nearly 1,200 community colleges in the country, there are many benefits of this model in comparison to studying all four years at a university.
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Updated: November 09, 2022Begin Your Bachelor’s Degree at a Community College: 2 + 2 Agreements
Many American students—and 90,000 international students—attend a community college for the first two years of university studies in the USA. With nearly 1,200 community colleges in the country, there are many benefits of this model in comparison to studying all four years at a university.
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Updated: September 08, 2021Moving to the USA? Tips for Finding an Apartment and How to Settle in Quickly and Easily
Moving to the USA? Tips for Finding an Apartment and How to Settle in Quickly and Easily
While studying abroad is an extremely exciting opportunity, securing a place to live in the United States can leave you a bit anxious. However, with a little preparation and know-how, you can find the perfect place to lay your head. Here a few tips for renting in the USA.
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Updated: August 10, 2020Applying for Your Student Visa – The Basics
Similar to applying to university, applying for your student visa is not necessarily difficult, but be ready to be organized, follow lots of steps and to wait.
First, let’s go over what kind of visa you need. The most common student visa is an F-1 visa. The majority of international students studying in the United States are here on F-1 visas. J-1 visas are primarily for exchange students who receive a majority of their funding (51 percent) from an institution or government sponsor. M-1 visas are for students entering vocational programs.
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