Families with Children
If your visa allows it, you may be able to bring your spouse and children to live with you in the USA while you’re working hard on your degree. It’s a great opportunity, but...
Health Insurance for International Students in the U.S.
If you are an international student going to the U.S. for your post-secondary education, you may feel mixed emotions. On the one hand, you are excited and ready to face this next challenge head-on....
International Student Health Insurance in the USA
International Student Health Insurance in the USA You’ve achieved your dream of studying in the USA, congrats! But now it’s time for the details of planning and preparing for your time abroad. One important...
COVID-19 Resources: Study in the USA | July 2020
[JUNE 2020] As COVID-19 is impacting the fall 2020 intake for international students, we recommend you take a look at the resources available on our website.
COVID-19 Resources: Study in the USA | June 2020
[JUNE 2020] As COVID-19 is impacting the fall 2020 intake for international students, we recommend you take a look at the resources available on our website.
Student Exchange Programs
AFS Intercultural Programs, Inc.AFS is an international non-profit organization that provides intercultural learning opportunities to help promote international understanding and a peaceful world. Among other programs, they offer the AFS Global Classroom. American Institute for...
Professional Associations
This section provides links to professional membership organizations and associations for educators involved with international student exchange and study abroad. American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (AACRAO) AACRAO is the national professional...
Entertainment
We know you came to the USA to study, but you also need some down time. Your options for how to have fun and relax will vary very much depending on where your school...
Cultural Differences in the USA
Anytime you move, you’ll face changes. But when you move abroad, even temporarily, the culture will be different too. But don’t base your expectations about the USA on tv shows and movies, since they...
Healthcare
For better or for worse, unlike other countries, the USA does not provide socialized healthcare. And because medical care can be very expensive, it’s vital to have health insurance in order to reduce overall...
Safety and Security
Being in a foreign country can feel, well, foreign. How do you feel safe in a new place? Or in any place? We have advice for you. First, and most importantly, in case of...
Mailing and Shipping
You’re happy in school, but you miss your family and your mom’s birthday is coming up. Send her a card and gift! There are several types of mail delivery and shipping options, and we’ve...
Money and Banking
Let’s talk about money. Whether we pay with cash, credit card, or online payment, we still have to pay for stuff – and that money has to come from somewhere, too. So read on...
Transportation
You’ve traveled far and wide to get to the USA and to start your education. But once you’ve found your way to your school’s campus and unpacked, you have to figure out how to...
Resources for International Students in the USA and Canada
Publications for International Students in the USA and Canada International Admissions: How to Get Accepted to U.S. Colleges by Mandee Heller Adler, Aimee Heller, Cheree Heller Liebowitz Gain the tools and resources needed to...