You probably know this already, but there are many benefits to studying abroad. Most people agree on the major benefits, but everyone has a different opinion on which ones are the greatest or most important. Here is our list of the five top benefits to studying abroad in order of priority. Personal Growth and […]
Celebrating Christmas Overseas
Celebrating Christmas overseas can be difficult. Family and friends are typically far away. The traditions and culture are different. And most of what feels familiar is absent. But, it doesn’t have to be. If you are celebrating Christmas overseas as an international student in the U.S., we have written a comprehensive explanation of how to […]
Dealing with Homesickness While Studying Abroad
Studying abroad is a time filled with many emotions. It is first and foremost an exciting time as you think about all the new places you will visit, the people you will meet, and all of the new things you will experience. It can also be a little nerve-racking as you think about all of […]
Celebrating Thanksgiving in America
Americans will be celebrating Thanksgiving in a few weeks. Celebrating Thanksgiving in America can be confusing as an international student. We would like to share with you a little about the history of this holiday and what celebrating Thanksgiving in America typically looks like. The Pilgrims initially came to America primarily to find religious freedom. […]
Scholarship Advice for International Students
Studying overseas can be very expensive, especially in the USA. In the last 10 years tuition and fees at public four-year institutions increased at an average rate of 3.5% per year beyond inflation, according to a report from the College Board. They also reported that the average annual cost of tuition at a four-year private […]
