International Student Blog

International Student Blog

Join the Hangout – How to Find an International Scholarship

May 22nd, 2014 by International Student Loan

Knowing how to find an International Scholarship isn’t always easy, but don’t worry – we’re here to help.  Join the Google Hangout tomorrow on International Student’s Google+ page to learn the best tips and practices for finding and winning international scholarships.  Our financial aid specialist will give some good advice and then answer your questions…

A Night on the Town for Less Than $20

May 13th, 2014 by Jennifer Frankel

Just because you have a small budget doesn’t mean you shouldn’t have some fun! As a college student, money is often tight and school work can keep you up all night – but not tonight. Since we know how hectic your life can be, we’ve created a fun list of ideas for a night out…

Join our Google Hangout – Find a US School You Can Afford

April 24th, 2014 by International Student Loan
Join our Google Hangout – Find a US School You Can Afford

Want to study in the US? You’ve got to start somewhere! Join our Google Hangout to learn how to find a US school that is within your educational budget.  The Hangout allows you to ask questions directly to the experts or to other students interested in the same topic. You’ll receive valuable links to resources and…

Join our Google Hangout – “Finding a US Cosigner for your Student Loan”

April 10th, 2014 by International Student Loan

If you are planning on studying in the United States as an international student, you may need an international student loan. These loans are available only if you have a US cosigner. International students do not have a credit history in the US and so banks and lenders require a cosigner with good credit history…

Have You Noticed A Change? Get Help From Our Financial Aid Experts!

March 29th, 2014 by Jennifer Frankel
Have You Noticed A Change? Get Help From Our Financial Aid Experts!

If you’ve been following us on Facebook, Google+, or Twitter – or if you’ve been reading our blog – then you know something is different! This year we are excited to bring you live Hangouts to help you finance your education. Want to know about scholarships? Need help applying for student loans? Looking for guidance…

Join our Google Hangout – “Smart Budgeting Tips for International Students”

March 21st, 2014 by International Student Loan

  Higher education can be quite expensive and studying overseas can spread your finances very thin. So thin, in fact, that it may seems that an education abroad is almost impossible. However, instead of settling for a run-of-the-mill college experience, a good budgeting plan can get you on your way to a well-managed, financially sound…

4 Easy Tips for Getting a Credit Card as an International Student

March 3rd, 2014 by Jennifer Frankel

There are many things to stress about as an international student, but physical currency is no longer one of them depending on the country you are visiting. Thanks to international credit cards, there’s no need to fiddle with unfamiliar coins or crumpled bills because your funds can all be kept within a few inches of…

Building Credit As An International Student

February 26th, 2014 by Jennifer Frankel

The United States relies heavily on purchases made with credit cards and debit cards. While cash is still accepted by many merchants, international students have a tough time making the adjustment. It’s important if you recently arrived to the US as an international student, that you build your credit wisely. Your credit score can affect…

Join Us Next Wednesday for Our Discussion on How To Apply for International Student Loans

February 14th, 2014 by Jennifer Frankel

Are you asking yourself, how can I apply for international student loans? Do you have questions that need answering? Now is your chance to meet with us live and discuss! Next Wednesday, February 19th at 2:00 pm EST we will have three financial aid representatives talk about: Student loan basics 101 Requirements for an international…

Want to Learn How To Get an International Scholarship – Join Us Next Thursday!

January 24th, 2014 by Jennifer Frankel

That’s right, we are hosting a get together next Thursday where we will teach you how to get an international scholarship. We’ll highlight the best places to look, tips on your overall application, and how you can stand out from the crowd. Join us for our online meeting, hosted on GoToMeeting, where you can ask…

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