If you are living or studying far from home, you have probably felt a little more homesick during major holidays before. This year, the Chinese New Year’s celebrations will kick off all around the world celebrating the Year of the Dog. The Chinese New Year is the most festive and long-awaited event of the year […]

By Erin Caswell International students face a host of challenges when they decide to study in another country. Scholarships can make a big difference for international students and how much they enjoy their stay. Here is a list of scholarship sites for your international students to peruse. International Financial Aid and Scholarship Search Has a […]

Choosing where to pursue a college education is a big decision for any student. The decision to move to a different country and pursue higher education is an even bigger step. Many international students are both excited and nervous to come to the United States. For many students, the first week is often the most […]

Students who want to study abroad might be put off by the news in the world. It doesn’t seem to matter where you’re considering going; there’s some level of concern in almost every country around the globe. Of course, studying abroad is a unique experience, often a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, but there are some safety tips […]

Congratulations if you are one of the nearly 300,000 US students who have the opportunity to travel abroad to study this year. The experience should create a lifetime of memories. The number of American students who are heading overseas for study abroad opportunities has been growing, and with it, the number of students who have […]

You’re embarking on the ultimate of adventures—an international course of study! Whether it’s for a semester or a whole four-year program, you’re getting ready to take off to study abroad. But before you go, you need to dot your “i’s” and cross your “t’s” to make sure you’re ready. Take a look at this study […]

You’re a student thinking about study abroad opportunities, or maybe you’re already enrolled. Maybe you’re a parent whose child is about to embark on a semester abroad. Or maybe you’re a school administrator trying to decide whether your institution should offer health insurance to students enrolled in your study abroad programs.  Whatever the reason, you […]

There are more students in the US today than ever before, and the number of students is expected to continue to grow over the coming years. Both the domestic student population and the international student population are growing, as more US citizens take advantage of the opportunity to study at postsecondary levels and more international […]

Committing to study abroad is both exciting and a bit nerve-wracking. While the experience is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for American students, there are also inherent risks in opting to study outside the US. Protecting yourself with a study abroad insurance policy is one of the most important steps to take before leaving for your trip. […]

As more international students than ever attend US institutions of higher learning, enrollment has increased at virtually every school in the country. International students are now selecting schools that were not considered destinations for them previously, while simultaneously more and more American citizens are taking advantage of opportunities to further their education. Increasing enrollment has […]