International Student Blog

Due to the increasingly competitive nature of admissions, getting accepted to a college or university in the United States can be a challenging task for even the best-equipped international student. As daunting as getting to higher education in the US may be, though, many of these jetsetters still believe that the first stage of this…

A number of disparate factors have colleges and universities in the United Kingdom worried. While their reputations remain rock solid – the home of Oxford and Cambridge continues to be synonymous with educational excellence in the minds of many – one of its largest cohorts of international students is nevertheless looking elsewhere for its higher…

In the world of international education two giants stand tall: China and India. It should come as no surprise that the world’s two most populous nations – and, indeed, two of its emerging superpowers – contribute more international students than any other countries on the planet. From there, however, the stories diverge. While recent economic…

Going away for college gives students the opportunity to develop the kinds of life skills that will make them productive members of society. Potential employers look favorably upon the kind of independence that comes hand in hand with leaving home. To be truly successful, though, it is important to be able to demonstrate your ability…

October is upon us and, along with midterms, comes the excitement that is Halloween on a college campus. After all, Halloween and college go together like “trick” and “treat” – but it can be tricky to celebrate on a budget. Between costumes, decorations, and party supplies, expenses can add up fast if you are not…

Halloween and college go together like peanut butter and jelly. Sure, each is fun enough on its own but with their powers combined the whole thing is even better! Unfortunately, between the parties, costumes, and decorations, celebrating Halloween can also be pricey – all that fun can quickly add up if you aren’t careful. After…

When moving to another country for a semester or year there are always unexpected expenses that arise, but the most important element to studying abroad is knowing where you will be living. The cost of housing while you are abroad will depend on the type of residence you choose and what you need to budget…

Banking in the US is just like any other industry: crowded. The sheer number of options available can catch even the best prepared international students off guard. Fortunately, we are here to help clear up the confusion and explain some common accounts available at most banks throughout the country. In fact, it is easier than…

The results of a survey conducted by a number of higher education associations earlier this year reveal that international student enrollment in the US continues to rise at the majority of college campuses around the country. In fact, more 4/5ths of responding institutions reported that their international student enrollment either increased (61%) or stayed the…