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Summer Job Options for F-1 Student Visa Holders

Posted on Monday, April 22nd, 2013 under International Students, Jobs, Living in the US

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An F-1 visa can complicate things for students looking for work in the summer.

As you might expect, there are a few rules you must follow if you want to get a job and maintain your F-1 visa.

The most important guideline to remember is that you cannot get an off-campus job during your first year in college. You may be able to get one after your freshman year, but you will need to contact USCIS first to get approval.

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Four Tips for Transcript Translations

Posted on Tuesday, April 16th, 2013 under International Students, Translation

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Transcript translation has one rule that supersedes all others: transcript translations must be accurate.

When you’re sending your transcript to a foreign institution, you want to be sure that you and your grades are being represented correctly. There are a few things you can do to get the most precise transcript translation possible.

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Job Options for International Students

Posted on Tuesday, March 26th, 2013 under International Students, Jobs, Living in the US

Need extra cash to finance your college lifestyle? A resume is an essential first step.

International students have several options for jobs, whether your goal is to generate income during college or get some experience to put on your resume.

All you need during your job search is an idea of the kind of work you want to do, and a basic understanding of your student visa, before you start applying for jobs.

From on-campus jobs to volunteer work, find out what’s right for you.

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How to Prepare for a High School Exchange Program

Posted on Wednesday, March 20th, 2013 under High School, International Students, Study Abroad

How to make friends during your US high school exchange

Whether you are leaving the US or coming to this country through a high school exchange program, you can benefit from learning about the process before you commit to it. After all, you are about to leave your home for up to a year – there is a lot to think about first!

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American Social Media for Students

Posted on Friday, January 4th, 2013 under International Students, Living in the US, Student Life

If you are an international student who has not yet used American social media, you may be missing out.

There are several platforms in the US that can make various aspects of college life easier, and they are all free to use.

Learn some of the types of social media American students use when searching for a job or just looking for something to do after class.

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Applying for a US Student Visa

Posted on Monday, December 17th, 2012 under Academics, International Students, Study Abroad

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If you’re a prospective college student hoping to study in the US, you’ll have to prepare for the visa application process thoroughly.

But simple mistakes can affect whether or not you’re issued a visa.

So it’s important to know in advance what missteps to look out for, and be sure to avoid them when applying.

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International Students: Connect with Americans

Posted on Monday, September 10th, 2012 under International Students, Living in the US

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International students: want more American friends?

According to a study written about in the Chronicle of Higher Education, more than a third of international students say they do not have close friends in the United States.

If you are among the international students who would like more American friends, take note of some tips for making friends in the US.

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Learning Lessons on Culture in the US

Posted on Monday, June 25th, 2012 under International Students, Student Profiles, Study Abroad

Plane above the Pacific Ocean

Kotchaphorn Mangkalaphiban came from Chiangmai,Thailand, to the US to study abroad. During her time in the US, she has been able to look past the many cultural differences, eventually gaining the life experiences she was seeking.

Kotcha’s photo was taken on an airplane above the Pacific Ocean, and it won second place in our recent study abroad scholarship contest.

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Graduate School Applications from International Students Increase

Posted on Monday, May 14th, 2012 under Graduate School, International Students

Koka, Japan

The number of graduate school applications submitted by international students to US schools has increased over the years. In fact, the number of applications from students outside of this country has increased steadily for seven years in a row.

Though China seems to have the highest number of students that submit a graduate school application to US schools, several other countries feature students who are also apparently interested in going to graduate school here.

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Why a Diploma Needs a Professional Translation

Posted on Thursday, January 26th, 2012 under International Students, Translation

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If you’re applying to a college in the United States, you’ll need diplomas and other academic documents translated into English. Providing these documents is one of the most important parts of your college application, and you want to make sure it’s done right.

Here are the reasons that a professional translation of your diploma, transcripts and other academic documents is best (if not absolutely required).

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Free Ways of Choosing a College in the US

Posted on Monday, January 16th, 2012 under Choosing a College, International Students

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If you are an international student in the middle of choosing a college in the US, your search may feel overwhelming at times. This is understandable considering there are more than 2,000 four-year colleges in the US!

Visiting a college is the ideal way to find out if a campus is for you, but it’s not always possible. However, choosing a college is achievable without having to travel all over the country.

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Top 10 US Colleges for International Students

Posted on Thursday, December 29th, 2011 under Choosing a College, International Students, Living in the US

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Are you an international student who wants to study at a US college?

Whether you are eager to pursue a degree full-time in the US or simply study at a US college for a semester, there are plenty of great schools that accept international students such as yourself with open arms.

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Announcing the Spring ’11 Scholarship Winners

Posted on Monday, April 25th, 2011 under International Students, Scholarships, Study Abroad

Your votes are in and the judges have made their decisions: we have our winners for the 2011 scholarship photo contest for students who have studied abroad — or will be studying abroad soon!

We received hundreds of entries – photos from all over the world of landscapes, people, architecture and nature that dazzle the eye with descriptions that melt the heart. If they don’t inspire you to study abroad, I don’t know what will!

We know it’s not easy to pick that one photo that represents why you wanted to study abroad, but this year’s submissions were extremely impressive.

It was tough, but we narrowed it down.

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How to Protect Your Social Security Number from Identity Thieves: Video

Posted on Friday, April 15th, 2011 under International Students, Living in the US, Video

Identity theft can happen to anyone, even international students who are issued a Social Security number when they are in the US.

Watch our video to learn 3 things you can do to reduce that risk.

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How to File Taxes: A Guide for College Students

Posted on Monday, April 11th, 2011 under International Students, Living in the US, Money

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It’s tax season, and college students (including international students) are not exempt from it. Consider it yet another initiation into the wonderful world of adulthood.

Find some answers to FAQs by college students confronted with taxes.

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