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Should you get a Meal Plan at your School?

As international students prepare to head to college inside the US, one of the decisions they will have to make is whether or not to enroll in a school meal plan. It’s not as simple as deciding how much you’d like to eat! Choosing a meal plan at your school will depend on a lot…

Finding a Job During School
International Education

Finding a Job During School

For international students who don’t receive significant financial aid and need some extra help funding their education in the USA, finding a job is one of the best ways to make ends meet. But, just like with financial aid, on-campus jobs can be hard to come by for international students due to legal red tape….

5 Financial Considerations When Choosing a School
Budgeting Tips for International Students

5 Financial Considerations When Choosing a School

One of the most important decisions international students will face is what school they choose to pursue their degree program. This is one of the most critical decisions since it will financially determine the costs over the next few years. The school you choose can determine whether you are set up for financial success –…

US Tuition Increase
Budgeting Tips for International Students

US Tuition Increase

It is no secret that going to college in the US can be expensive. Not only is the cost of living higher here than many other countries, but college tuition has also increased more than inflation every year for over a decade. Unfortunately, the US tuition increase is a trend that does not seem to…

Value of a US Education
Study in the USA

Value of a US Education

The value of a US education is immense, and found both inside and outside the classroom. After all, when you are not in class and learning from your professors, you will be in a new country learning about its people and culture. A big part of the value of a US education comes from the…

Proof of Funds to Get Your I-20: Everything to Know
International Education

Proof of Funds to Get Your I-20: Everything to Know

Applying to study in the US can be pretty confusing if you don’t know what you’re doing. There are all kinds of forms and applications which need to be filled out, and a specific order that they all need to be filled out in. What is an I-20 Form? Before you are able to get…

How to Budget So that You Can Travel for Winter Break
Budgeting Tips for International Students

How to Budget So that You Can Travel for Winter Break

One of the best things about studying in a foreign country is that everything around you is new and exciting, making every day seem like a mini-vacation. To make the most of their time abroad, many international students decide to travel during their time off from school. If you are one of those students, then…

Budgeting Tips for International Students

5 Ways to Save Money While Studying in the US

College is expensive. Between paying for books, classes, and rent it can sometimes feel like the only thing you’re really learning is how to live on a shoestring budget. Luckily, there are some simple things international students can do to save money while studying in the US. To help you out, here are 5 ways…

Travel Video Content Launched – Now Is Your Chance To Win $4,000!
International Education

Travel Video Content Launched – Now Is Your Chance To Win $4,000!

That’s right, if you are currently studying outside your home country – or if you want to study abroad, you have the chance to win $4,000! The 2012 Travel Video Content hosted by InternationalStudent.com has just opened allowing you to submit your video with the opportunity to add $4,000 to your travel budget. As the…

Budgeting Tips for International Students

10 Tips to Keep Food Costs Low

Studying in the United States can add up, but there are many tips to budget properly and keep costs low. Food can add up weekly, especially if you are not planning appropriately. Going to dinner can easily add up to $20 for one meal. By taking the time steps to save money on food, this…

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