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5 Things to Consider Before Transferring to a U.S. College

January 22nd, 2016 by Anum Yoon
5 Things to Consider Before Transferring to a U.S. College

Are you thinking that attending university in the U.S. is right for you, but you don’t know where to begin? The transferring process may seem daunting, so it’s easy for a prospective student to get overwhelmed. But don’t let that uncertainty keep you from following your dreams — as long as you do your research…

A 2016 Budget to Start the Year With Dollar Bills!

January 4th, 2016 by Lette Berhe
A 2016 Budget to Start the Year With Dollar Bills!

Now that many of you have experienced your first semester, or first few quarters, as an international student you probably have already established your routine. Although we all try our hardest to manage our finances, it is an ongoing process and there is always room for improvement. Now that you have figured out what works…

Top 5 Ways International Students Fund Their US Education

December 3rd, 2015 by Lette Berhe
Top 5 Ways International Students Fund Their US Education

On November 16th, the Institute of International Education published its 2015 Open Doors Report. The Open Doors Report is sponsored by the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs at the U.S. Department of State and provides an in-depth look into the changing trends of international students who study in the U.S. and of American students…

Generation Study Abroad: What it Means for You

October 15th, 2015 by Lette Berhe
Generation Study Abroad: What it Means for You

On October 1st, the Institute of International Education (IIE) announced that more than 600 partners have committed to the Generation Study Abroad Initiative and have pledged a total of $185 million. Established by the Institute of International Education in 2014, Generation Study Abroad is a five-year initiative whose goal is to double the number of U.S….

A US Bank Account: Make Your Life Easier

August 24th, 2015 by Lette Berhe
A US Bank Account: Make Your Life Easier

Once you have arrived to the US and begin settling into your new college environment, you may start to notice that most people do not carry around much cash. Almost everywhere, including parking meters, allow for the option of paying with a debit or credit card. For those international students who plan on staying a…

How to Financially Navigate Your First Year as an International Student

June 24th, 2015 by Anum Yoon

This article is written by Anum Yoon. She is an international student currently working in the U.S. on her OPT. She spends all her free time running a personal finance blog for fellow millennials and international students over at Current on Currency. Starting as a freshman at any college is always stressful, as there’s so…

Ways to Cut Down on Educational Expenses Before Going Abroad

May 20th, 2015 by Lette Berhe
Ways to Cut Down on Educational Expenses Before Going Abroad

In addition to planning and creating a study abroad budget, there are a few ways that international students can cut down on their educational costs – pre-departure. APPLICATION COSTS If you want to study in the US, any penny pinching done before going abroad is extremely helpful. However, having a college fund isn’t the only…

Want to Study in Europe? Now´s the Time!

April 17th, 2015 by Lette Berhe
Want to Study in Europe? Now´s the Time!

For those U.S. citizens and permanent residents who have been thinking of studying abroad or enrolling directly in a European university, there´s good news for you! Over the past couple of months, the euro has been dropping in relation to the dollar; for the first time in about 12 years, it has fallen below $1.10….

On-Campus Jobs for International Students

March 27th, 2015 by Lette Berhe
On-Campus Jobs for International Students

There may be those of you out there who have stayed on top of the application process and scholarship deadlines, but have also taken the time to determine what extra funds may be necessary apart from tuition. These extra funds can sometimes be crucial, due to the fact that most people underestimate what their daily…

3 Key Loan Tips for Foreign Enrolled Students

March 11th, 2015 by Lette Berhe
3 Key Loan Tips for Foreign Enrolled Students

If you are a US student planning to directly enroll in a foreign university, one of the most important things to stay on top of are the deadlines. Having a solid timeline outlined for applications (university, financial aid, loans) will help ensure that you take advantage of all financial assistance at your disposal. If you…

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