UEMS International Student Professionals Blog

International higher education in the US has changed dramatically over the last few decades. In 1998/99 there were only 490,933 international students studying in the US. By 2008/09 there were 671,616. As of 2017/18, there were 1,078,822 international students studying in the US. That is more than double what it was two decades ago.  ...

– The year is quickly coming to a close. University staff and students will be celebrating the end of the semester and the holiday season. The holiday season is a time to relax and spend time with the people we care about. It is also a time to reflect and look back at all the...

– Shipping is typically not a fun thing to do. We all greatly enjoy receiving packages, but not necessarily the mailing of them. However, shipping is still important, even in our digital dominated society. There are many things that cannot be digitally transmitted and must be shipped, such as OPT applications and I-20 documents.  ...

– International students are a big source of income for many US universities, large and small. This is why universities across the US are actively trying to recruit international students. The process to bring in international students can be long and costly, especially for smaller universities and colleges. They often are understaffed and have a...

– It is that time of the year again! The time when students return home and busy university staff get to enjoy the Thanksgiving break. It is a time to relax and reflect on all of the things we are thankful for. However, just feeling thankful is not enough. The holiday is not only about...

– This week universities and campuses all across the US will be celebrating International Education Week. International students from all over the world will be showcasing their home countries cultures, holidays and food! Perhaps you will learn more about the Chinese culture, try a Nigerian dish or attend a Diwali celebration/event. Universities and advisors are...

– Universities all over the US are faced with the task and challenge of shipping important documents like the I-20 to international students all across the world. The I-20 form cannot be scanned or photocopied, which means universities must mail the form to the student. Here lies some challenges:   Cost Universities normally use express...

– There are thousands of universities in the US, which means there are a lot of choices and tough decisions to make when looking to study in the US. As of 2016, the US was home to over one million international students and more come every year. So if you are looking to study in...

 –  As graduation time approaches for international students, many start to think about gaining experience in the US through Optional Practical Training (OPT). Students can start applying for OPT 90 days prior to graduation and are encouraged to do so because it can take a while.   Besides the long wait it takes for the...