International Students - Your Guide for Coming to an American College

Looking into American colleges and universities as an international student can be a challenge, but it's one you can overcome!

From how to look for accredited schools to what type of things you should talk about on your applications, we have the info you need below.

Here are some of the most important basics of applying to school as an international student!

Schools with International Student Programs

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Visas - What You Need to Know

Find out what you need to know about student visas.

How to Get Your Visa Get all the info you need on recent changes to the visa system, factors that can influence you getting a visa, and more.
How to Use Your Visa A student visa will allow you to move in and out of the America. Get some of the most important rules about the actual use of the visa in this article at Peterson's.

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Admissions Info for International Students

Get info all about some of the nitty-gritty of applying to American universities.

Fees, Timing, and Interviews

If you're looking for some info on the mundane basics of applying to American universities, then look no further. Information about fees, timing, and interviews is at your fingertips.

Looking for the right American university? Check out this guide to help!

Find the Right Universities

If you're just getting started in your process of looking for schools in the United States, then look no further for a good guide to finding the right American universities for you.

"Stay focused" is just one of many tips that'll help you with your applications ot American universities and colleges.

Tips for Completing Your Application

There's so much to focus on when you're applying to college in the US. Check out this article for tips on some of the most important things to focus on.

Here are some questions you should think about before picking an American university.

What International Students Should Look For

There are some questions that any international student should ask when he or she is pursuing an education from an American university. Check out this article to find out what they are.

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American Universities and Academic Credentials

Find out how American universities will evaluate your academic credentials, here at Petersons.com.

If you're an international student, then your academic system will almost certainly provide you with different scores and academic records than those that American universities' requirements and average scores are likely to be displayed in.

Find out how American universities are likely to reinterpret your scores to decide whether or not to accept you as a student.

Covering All the Bases

There is a lot of information that you, as an international student coming to America, will likely want to know. Here are some of the most important generalized bits of info.

Going to Colleges in the U.S.Get information on admissions policies, academic calendars, and more here.
On-Campus Support for International StudentsFind out about good support systems at American colleges.
Understanding AccreditationAccreditation is very important for universities and colleges, as you'll only want to go to a fully accredited university.

International Students - Your Guide for Coming to an American College

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