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“I recently got to work with a company that is involved in the first flight using 100% sustainable fuel. Later on with my research I would love to keep contributing to the field of renewable fuel.” – Laura, Honduras, PhD in chemical engineering.

🎉 Positive Thinking Day is Friday! Laura thinks positively to build sustainable solutions for the environment. How are you thinking positively this week?

💡 It’s ! Get to know the U.S. higher education system, one fact at a time.

▶️ Minor: The student's secondary field of concentration. Students who decide to pursue a minor will usually complete about five courses in this second field of study.

Looking to explore the Appalachian Mountains through Harpers Ferry National Historical Park and Blackwater Falls State Park, or study at one of 44 colleges and universities? Head on down to West Virginia!

Experience The Mountain State, ➡️ https://www.studywv.org/.

: Are you looking to save money at a community college? Check out the “Be One of Us” Scholarship at Tompkins Cortland Community College !

The “Be One of Us” Scholarship allows international students to pay the New York in-state tuition rate, saving thousands of dollars in tuition. Accepted students must also maintain a 2.5 GPA, live in TC3 campus housing during all of your first year, and complete 15 hours of community service each semester.

Learn more ➡️ https://educationusa.state.gov/scholarships/be-one-us-scholarship.

It’s time for ✨Step 4✨ of the 5 steps to studying in the United States:

💡Step 4: Apply For Your Student Visa

Depending on your course of study, you may apply for a J, F, or M Visa.

Information pertaining to visas and travel can be found through:

✴️ The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Consular Affairs : https://travel.state.gov/content/travel.html

✴️ The U.S. Department of Homeland Security 's Study in the States: https://studyinthestates.dhs.gov/.

Want to learn more? Contact your local EducationUSA adviser ➡️ https://educationusa.state.gov/find-advising-center.

“OPT (Optional Practical Training) is a chance to take what you studied from your degree and put it into the real world. And I love that there is a chance for us to experience that in the United States.” – Elizabeth, Uganda, bachelor's in business administration.

Hey, friends 👋 What are you looking forward to experiencing this week?

Your success is everything 🙌

Today’s Student Success Story celebrates Walid from EducationUSA Morocco ! Walid will study biology at University of Wisconsin–Madison .

He reflects: “Being part of the EducationUSA Competitive College Club made the application process to the United States smooth. With the many opportunities the U.S. offers to international students, it is the perfect place for me to explore my academic and professional aspirations.”

🥳 Congratulations to Walid and all who have followed their dreams!

💡 It’s ! Get to know the U.S. higher education system, one fact at a time.

▶️ Midterm exam: An exam administered after half the academic term has passed that covers all class material up until that point.

Looking to explore Central Park or The Metropolitan Museum of Art , journey to Niagara Falls ], or study at one of 309 colleges and universities? Make it happen in New York!

Experience The Empire State, ➡️ https://studynewyork.us/.

: Are you looking for an undergraduate scholarship? Check out the Sunflower Road Award at Delta State University !

The Sunflower Road Award can reduce the annual total cost of attendance by $6,450 USD over two semesters. The award only applies to tuition and fees, and can be applied up to eight semesters of full-time attendance. Incoming freshmen must have a cumulative grade-point average (GPA) of at least 3.0 and certain standardized test scores (ACT: at least 27, or SAT: at least 1260).

Learn more ➡️ https://educationusa.state.gov/scholarships/sunflower-road-award.

What’s your favorite color? It might change after you study in the United States 🌈

Each U.S. college and university sports its own set of colors and a mascot. School spirit is a big deal, and you can expect students on every campus to show their pride during sports games, extracurricular activities, and other campus-wide events.

Celebrate on Friday with international students!

“I feel people are open to help me here. I had an amazing experience at community college and just in the U.S. in general.” – Giovanna, Brazil, bachelor’s in liberal arts with a concentration in business.

Good morning ☀️ How will you help someone this week?

💡 It’s ! Get to know the U.S. higher education system, one fact at a time.

▶️ Master’s degree: Degree awarded upon completion of academic requirements that usually include a minimum of one year's study beyond the bachelor's degree.

Looking to explore Charleston City Market , take in the forest of Congaree National Park , or study at one of 64 colleges and universities? Stroll over to South Carolina!

Experience The Palmetto State, .

👀 Did you watch as much of the Olympics as we did?

If so, then you probably noticed some of the talented athletes that also studied in the United States! In addition to world-class academics, international students with expertise in a sport can train and compete for their U.S. institution, often as an NCAA student-athlete.

Here are just a few of the current or former international students who succeeded at the 2024 ⬇️

🏅 Julien Alfred, Saint Lucia

🏃🏿‍♀️ Track & Field, Gold and silver medals

University of Texas , youth & community studies

🏅 Léon Marchand, France

🏊🏻‍♂️ Swimming, Four Gold medals, one Bronze medal

Arizona State University , computer science


🏅 Holly Dunford, United Kingdom

🚣🏻‍♀️ Rowing, Bronze medal

University of Washington , Political science & geography


🏅 Uroš Plavšić, Serbia

⛹🏻‍♂️ Basketball, Bronze medal

University of Tennessee , bachelor’s in recreation & sport management; master’s in agricultural leadership education & communication

👏 Congratulations to all competing athletes on your accomplishments!

It’s time for ✨Step 3✨ of the 5 steps to studying in the United States:
💡Step 3: Complete Your Application

Applying for U.S. study is a task that takes time and concentration as each application is different and involves collecting recommendations, writing essays, and routing the results of required standard examinations.

Plan to give this step the time it deserves for a successful result.

Want to learn more about completing your application? Contact your local EducationUSA adviser ➡️ https://educationusa.state.gov/find-advising-center.

“Community college is a place that is wide open for everyone.” – Suchita, Indonesia, bachelor’s in human services.
😁 Happy Monday! How are you bringing people together this week?

Your success is everything 🙌

Today’s Student Success Story celebrates Maria from EducationUSA Bolivia ! Maria will study at Davidson College .nc

Maria reflects: “I have had a dream since I was a little girl to study abroad. After deep research, I realized that this journey was like a chess game that couldn’t be won without strategy. Then I found EducationUSA, the coach I needed to nail this challenge. My dream couldn’t have come true without EducationUSA. "

🥳 Congratulations to Maria and all who have followed their dreams!

💡 It’s ! Get to know the U.S. higher education system, one fact at a time.

▶️ Major professor/thesis adviser: For research degrees, the professor who works closely with a student in planning and choosing a research plan, in conducting the research, and in presenting the results.

Looking to explore Chicago’s Millennium Park , learn at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library .Museum, or study at one of 184 colleges and universities? Come over to Illinois!

Experience The Prairie State, ➡️ https://www.studyillinois.us/.

: Are you looking for an undergraduate or graduate scholarship? Check out the International Merit Scholarship at University of Houston-Victoria !

All undergraduate and graduate students are eligible to apply for the International Merit Scholarship. The award can reduce the total cost of attendance between $3,000-$10,000 USD (two semesters). For international students on an F-1 or J-1 visa, the scholarship will reflect the residency tuition rate. The award only applies to tuition and fees.

Learn more ➡️ https://educationusa.state.gov/scholarships/international-student-merit-scholarship-1.

It’s time for ✨Step 2✨ of the 5 steps to studying in the United States:

💡Step 2: Finance Your Studies

Invest in yourself! The cost of living and studying varies across the United States.

With the right amount of planning and research, pursuing a U.S. higher education can be made affordable with high returns on your investment. Start your financial planning as early as possible.

Want to learn more about financing your studies? Contact your local EducationUSA adviser ➡️ https://educationusa.state.gov/find-advising-center.

“I wanted to be a global leader and one of the nice things about the U.S. is you are, in fact, taught by global leaders.” – Abdullah, Kuwait, bachelors in architectural engineering

🤩 Happy International Youth Day! Today, we celebrate students who lead and create positive change in their communities. What positive changes are you making?

💡 It’s ! Get to know the U.S. higher education system, one fact at a time.

▶️ Major: The student's field of concentration. Major courses represent 25-50% of the total number of courses required to complete a degree.

Looking to take in the Oklahoma City Zoo , the Philbrook Museum of Art , or study at one of 66 colleges and universities? Discover what Oklahoma has to offer!

Experience The Sooner State, .