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Ring in the New Year with King Abdullah!

January 8th, 2015 by Lette Berhe
Ring in the New Year with King Abdullah!

Saudi youth can start 2015 right, knowing that they can fund their entire international education as a King Abdullah Scholar. This scholarship, founded in 2005, provides students in Saudi Arabia the opportunity to attend partnering foreign universities through government sponsorship. The Saudi Arabian Ministry of Higher Education‘s  mission being to foster the professional and intellectual…

How US Citizens Can Pay For A Degree Abroad

December 16th, 2014 by Lette Berhe
How US Citizens Can Pay For A Degree Abroad

Are you interested in becoming a foreign enrolled student? Perhaps you’ve never heard the term; but, if you have dabbled with the idea of completing a full degree program outside the United States, then we’re talking to you. Those of you who have thought about applying to a foreign university, for a bachelor’s or master’s…

Top 3 Ways International Students Fund Their US Education

December 8th, 2014 by Lette Berhe
Top 3 Ways International Students Fund Their US Education

This past November, the International Institute of Education (IIE) released its Open Door Report for 2014 during the 15th Annual International Student Week in Washington D.C. This annual census provides detailed data on many aspects of international education, such as the 8% increase to more than 886,000 international students studying in U.S. universities during the…

5 Ways Student Loans Can Help You

September 18th, 2014 by Jennifer Frankel
5 Ways Student Loans Can Help You

Unlike scholarships and grants, student loans have to be paid back with interest. Therefore, you should always seek other “free” sources of funding before resorting to student loans. However, most students will require at least a small loan to cover the cost of their education, especially international students, whose funding sources are even more limited….

Want to Win $4,000? Travel Video Contest Launched

September 12th, 2014 by Jennifer Frankel
Want to Win $4,000? Travel Video Contest Launched

The 9th Annual Travel Video Contest has just been announced, and you don’t want to miss it! With a grand prize of $4,000, the winner won’t just have extra money in their pocket – but international fame with students around the world. Here’s how to enter: Submit a video no longer than 5 minutes long…

Want to find a student loan – compare now!

August 26th, 2014 by Jennifer Frankel
Want to find a student loan – compare now!

Some of you may have already started school, while others of you will beginning in the next couple of weeks. If you still need help funding your education, student loans are still available. If you are considering applying for a student loan, it’s important that you compare your options to find the one that is…

LIVE HANGOUT TOMORROW: Finding Your Study Abroad Loan

August 14th, 2014 by Jennifer Frankel
LIVE HANGOUT TOMORROW: Finding Your Study Abroad Loan

If you are a US citizen or permanent resident planning to study abroad, there are study abroad loans for you too! Join us LIVE tomorrow for our next hangout on-air, where Bryanna Davis will help you when it comes to Finding Your Student Abroad Loan. Discussion will cover: How to get financial aid Federal loans…

Save money this summer: Top tips for students

August 1st, 2014 by Jennifer Frankel

Tips and tricks to save money. These quick and easy fixes will save your dollars this summer – but not decrease your social life. Saving money is a challenge for any student – let alone an international student! But there are ways to cut back on your expenses without taking all the fun and social…

JOIN US LIVE ONLINE: Learn How to Compare Student Loans

July 22nd, 2014 by Jennifer Frankel

International student loans are available now, and can cover up to the total cost of your education. If you apply now, you’ll have time to get the funds before the new school year begins. When it comes to international student loans, you’ll need to compare your options and find the loan that works best for…

Third and Final Chance to Win $100 in our Financial Aid Fun Contest

July 18th, 2014 by International Student Loan

This is it! We’ve announced two lucky winners in our Financial Aid Fun Contest so far, and there’s still one more chance! Here is the 3rd and final question to answer correctly in order to be entered into a drawing for a $100 gift card! Question #3 “What percentage of international students rely on personal or family support…

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