We asked all our bloggers to share the one New Year’s resolution someone should make if they want to study in the U.S. Submitted humbly in the hope that it will help you achieve your goals, here is their list of 15 resolutions you can make for 2012:
1. Get a calendar and mark all the deadlines for applications and exams. Keep it on hand. (Anna)
2. Start a list of colleges that give financial aid to international students. (Simba)
» Here’s some information to get you started…
3. Watch as many TV shows as possible – you can learn lots of English from them and have something to talk about with Americans. But please do not overdo it, since some reality shows are not very brilliant. (Tara)
» Some tips from Nick on learning English through pop culture
4. Relearn your math courses whether you like it or not, because we are required to take math again in college. (Ryan)
5. Work hard on your writing. Guys, this is the most challenging thing you will face when you start going to school. No matter how good you think you are in speaking English, writing is totally another story. (Mohammed)