International Student Blog

International Student Blog

Philanthropist Funds New Chinese Scholarship Program

April 25th, 2013 by Jonathan Frankel

Stephen Schwarzman – chairman of the Blackstone Group, a U.S.-based private-equity company – believes that most Americans “know next to nothing about China.” His new Chinese scholarship program, however, hopes to change that. The new program – which was endowed with a $100 million donation from Mr. Schwarzman’s personal fortune and should be matched by…

How To Apply for an International Student Loan

April 18th, 2013 by Jennifer Frankel

International student loans can be a helpful addition for students looking to cover their expenses. But, many students wonder how to apply for an international student loan. Most international students apply right before their academic term, typically between July and August, and so it’s important to get your documents prepared so that you’ll be ready…

Tips for Eating on a Budget

April 11th, 2013 by Jonathan Frankel
Tips for Eating on a Budget

College students come in all shapes and sizes these days but one concern unites domestic and international students alike: money. While financial concerns are a matter of course in all walks of life, international students do face unique challenges while pursing their higher education goals. That is because in addition to the academic demands faced…

International Student Enrollment Declines Due to UK Student Visa Changes

April 3rd, 2013 by Jennifer Frankel
International Student Enrollment Declines Due to UK Student Visa Changes

The United Kingdom is slowly earning a new reputation among would-be international students. Although the nation – as home to such heavyweights of higher education as Oxford, Cambridge, and the London School of Economics – has long been a highly sought-after destination for international students from around the world, recent legislation has begun to mar…

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