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5 Tips to Remember When Planning to Travel Back Home

February 24th, 2016 by Anum Yoon
5 Tips to Remember When Planning to Travel Back Home

“There’s no place like home” is a popular saying in the U.S. Studying in the U.S. is a great opportunity, but heading home to visit friends and family is especially exciting. No matter how much you’re enjoying your time in the U.S., it’s normal to feel some homesickness. Before you go back to your home…

US Citizens May Be Eligible for Student Tax Credit

February 23rd, 2016 by Lette Berhe
US Citizens May Be Eligible for Student Tax Credit

The 2016 tax season officially opened on January 19. No one looks forward to doing their taxes, but with the new American Opportunity Tax Credit (AOTC) it might be worth taking some time to file. This tax credit was first available in 2009; and, in 2012 was extended to continue until 2017. So you may…

3 Ways to Save Money on Books

February 11th, 2016 by Lette Berhe
3 Ways to Save Money on Books

Most of you have started or will be starting a new semester. At the start of each new semester, is when students find themselves spending the most money. On what, you ask? A new course load means new classes and new classes mean lots of new books. It´s that time of the year where you…

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