Library of Articles
The following articles are available to help international students, who are interested in attending a college or university in the U.S., plan their education.
- Choosing a Study Abroad Program
- Types of Programs
- Types of Careers & Degrees
- Testing & Applying for Admission
- Adjusting to College Life in the U.S.A.
Choosing a Study Abroad Program
Selecting a College, Degree or Program in the U.S.A.
- The Small, Private, Residential Liberal Arts College: A Gem to be Discovered
- Which English Program is Best for You?
- Choosing an English Language Program
- Rural vs. Urban Campuses
- Colleges and Universities
- Get Help Coming to the US
- Read College & University Profiles...
- Read U.S. State Profiles...
Types of Programs
Undergraduate Programs
- Choosing an English Language Program
- Community Colleges
- English Language Programs
- Online Programs
- Engineering Degrees
- Religious Colleges
- Womens Colleges
- School of the Art
- Find Undergraduate programs...
Graduate Programs
- Economics
- Executive Education
- Executive MBA Degrees
- Graduate Programs
- Law
- MBA For Professionals
- Psychology
- Transitioning into Engineering
- Women in Engineering
- Women's Studies
- Find Graduate programs...
Community Colleges
- Community Colleges in the United States: Stepping Stones to Higher Education
- What is a Community College?
- Community Colleges and Junior Colleges
- Consider a Community College
- Junior or Community College: What is the Difference?
- Find Community Colleges...
Religion / Faith-based Colleges
Online Education
- Going the Distance: Earning a College Degree Online
- Online Degree Programs: How to Choose an Online Program Amidst a Surge in Options
- Find online learning programs...
English Language Programs
- Which English Program is Best for You?
- English Language Programs
- Choosing an English Language Program
Types of Careers
- Allied Health
- Nursing Careers
- Nursing Schools
- Nursing
- Engineering
- Computer Engineering
- Culinary School
- Esthetician
- Fashion
- Filmmaking
- Graphic Design
- Teaching the Deaf
- Tourism Management
Testing & Applying for Admission
Application Process for International Students
- TOEFL, GMAT, GRE, LSAT, MCAT, SAT, ACT... Which Tests Do You Need?
- English Language Proficiency Tests
- Undergraduate Admissions Tests
Preparing for College Life in the U.S.A.
American Education & Culture
- Cultural Immersion: Getting Involved in Your New Community
- American Education System
- US Education Structure
- US Course Credit System
- Institutional Classification
- Student Visa Information
- Cultural Adjustment & Transitioning
- Resources for International Students
- An Adventure in American Values
- Health Care and Medical Information
- Definitions of Common Immigration Terms
- Basic Immigration Terminology
- Holidays & Customs
- Foreign Diploma and Credit Recognition
- Bill of Rights and Responsibilities
- Living in the United States: Tips for International Students
- Finding a Place to Live: Off-Campus Housing Options for International Students
- Why Choose Homestay?
- Top 10 Reasons to Choose a Homestay
- Safety On & Off Campus
- Safety in the U.S.
- Social Security Numbers for International Students