You have much to remember when you choose a school. The first is that the school you choose to attend must be Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP)-certified.
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Steps to the Application Process
The application process in the United States may be very different from applying to a school in your home country. Be sure to read about the process before you begin.
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United States and Brazil Exchange Opportunities
The Institute of International Education (IIE) recently released a briefing paper: “The Brazil Scientific Mobility Undergraduate Program in the United States: A New Phase in U.S. Brazil Educational Exchange.”
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International Students Affected by Hurricane Sandy
Due to the impact that Hurricane Sandy has had on the East Coast, the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) wants all international students and designated school officials (DSOs) to know that we are monitoring the situation closely and will provide additional guidance for affected students and DSOs as more details become available.
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National Day on Writing
During your program of study in the United States, you probably will have to complete several writing assignments. Some academic programs require more writing than others, but all F and M students must complete some writing.
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Driving in the United States: Know the Rules
According the Purdue Exponent, the student newspaper at Purdue University, “campus police say they have found international students driving without American licenses more times than they would prefer.”
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What are Massive Open Online Courses?
According to the Chronicle of Higher Education, some colleges and universities have begun to offer massive open online courses (MOOCs).