You may be surprised at how frequently Americans whip out a debit or credit card from their wallet for the majority of their purchases, even for seemingly small things, like their morning coffee. Many other countries rely largely on cash, thus the idea of credit, credit cards and credit scores may literally be a foreign…
We know first hand that wading through the jargon of legal documents can be extremely stressful. Since a complete list of student loan lingo would stretch around the block and back, we’ve opted for practicality and broken down (what may be the most important) 3 terms you must understand to evaluate student loans. Deferment –…
How much should I borrow for my international student loan? Great question. Going to school overseas is a big decision and may require you to take out a student loan since it is expensive and most of us don’t have large amounts of money just laying around. But how large of a student loan can…
No one likes the word “budget,” and for good reason, since we all want to spend our money in the best ways we see fit. Unfortunately that isn’t always possible. We create budgets for a number of reasons, such as saving up for a big-ticket item like a new vehicle or a big trip, and…
If you are unable to take out a loan because of no credit (that’s you, international students!) or insufficient credit history (that could be you, US students!), you will need a cosigner. Basically this person is offering their credit score and financial history to cover your lower score, or lack thereof. Luckily for you, this…
If you are a student studying overseas, then you will most likely be paying more for your education than most students. While it’s worth the experience, you may find that the expenses add up to more than what you have available. In cases like this, you may want to consider an international student loan or…
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…
We are dedicated to helping students reach their educational goals. When meeting those goals involves finding an International Student Loan, look no further! Our resources and financial aid experts are the right people to talk to. That’s why we are putting on a free Google Hangout to answer questions for students just like you! We’ll…
Finding a US cosigner is the most important thing for any international student looking to apply for a student loan. That’s because all international students (and most US students) are required to have a US cosigner living in the US, who is a US citizen or permanent resident, but also has good credit. Check out…
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…
