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Why should I study abroad?

One of the most common reasons students study abroad is language immersion. Students wanting to learn a language will go to school in a country where that language is spoken, the theory being that immersion into an environment where a particular language is spoken is the best way to learn the language. Indeed, many schools require that students majoring in a foreign language study abroad. However, this is more often done through an exchange program.

It could be as simple as students choosing to study abroad due to a feeling of wanderlust. For many, college is the ideal time to travel, because they do not have full adult responsibilities yet, and they can take advantage of the option of studying in a different country. Being immersed in the unfamiliar society and culture of another country can prove rewarding to young adults by exposing them to cultural diversity during formative years.

Many students study abroad in an effort to expand their opportunities beyond those offered at their home university. Studying abroad offers many exciting benefits from acceptance into a prestigious university to reputable post- graduate programs or unique future career opportunities. It may lead to scholarships, grants, and even employment.

Why should I study in the United States?


. The United States has what it takes so that pursuing a higher education takes you to the top of the line with the latest technologies and techniques to boot. The forefront in research and development is at your fingertips as an international student in the U.S.; why not discover some of the reasons it is consistently at the top of the list on most prospective students’ lists?

How can this community help me?

The Studying in the USA community was created to help you along every step of the way. This community not only offers a host of informative lessons, tests, and videos, it also offers a very active community where you can connect with others who have already gone through the process of finding and applying for a school in the United States.


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Lessons, Tests, and Videos for Studying in the USA:

The following list outlines all the information you will find within the community. Each lesson topic will help inform you, making the process easier and a richer experience.

Lesson: Before You Leave: The Application Process
Lesson: Academic System: How It All Works
Lesson: Popular U.S. Programs
Lesson: Common Immigration and Vis Issues
Lesson: Dealing with Culture Shock and Local Customs
Lesson: Living on a Student Budget
Lesson: 5 Reasons to Pick the U.S. over Canada
Video: Tips for International Students
Video: Tips for International Students – ESL
Video: Fitting in
Video: Studying U.S.A.
Test: Are You Ready to Arrive in the US for Your Study Program?
Test: Is studying abroad really for you?

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Is there anything else I should know?

Part of becoming an international student involves having to take various standard tests (including, at the very least, the SAT) in which your knowledge will be evaluated with respect to various subjects: languages, math, sciences, etc.

As an international student, you will not be at a disadvantage when it comes to standardized testing in the USA. The material on which you will be tested corresponds to a standard grade 12 level. The only noticeable difference will be the use of the imperial system rather than the metric system in quantitative questions, and the regional American English spelling and usage.

If your native language is not English, you will be required to write the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) in addition to the SATs.

All information, lessons, and tests, as well as active study abroad counselors are available to answer your questions through community Discussions. All this is available freely to members of the LearnHub Studying in the USA community. So, why not:

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