Moving to the U.S. for school is exciting, but your first night can be a challenge if you’re not prepared. After a long flight, the last thing you want is to discover you have no sheets, no pillow, and nowhere comfortable to sleep. Stores might be closed, you’ll be too tired to shop, and trust […]
The U.S. Department of State recently announced a significant change to the visa process that will affect many international students and scholars. As of September 6, 2025, applicants for nonimmigrant visas including F, M, J, H1B, and B1/B2 must schedule their visa interviews in their country of nationality or residence. See the original announcement on […]
“Do you know what a foreign accent is? It’s a sign of bravery,” – Amy Chua Click here to Enter We understand how much courage it takes to study in a new country. From filling out visa paperwork to stepping into your first classroom, every part of the journey is a big step. We want to […]
If you’ve recently landed in the U.S. as an international student and you’re planning to work, maybe an on-campus job, a paid internship, or an off-campus OPT/CPT, you’ve probably heard people mention a Social Security Number, or SSN. At first, it might sound a bit intimidating (especially if you’ve never had anything like it before), […]
Studying in the U.S. is exciting, but managing money in a new country can be stressful. One of the first things you’ll need to do is set up a bank account. Having a U.S. bank account makes life so much easier. You won’t have to worry about crazy foreign transaction fees, and paying for things […]
