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StudentsMeet Shorelight Alumni: After UIC, Chau Thrives in Public Health Communications
Discover how a Vietnamese international student first found her creative side through a UIC on-campus job.
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StudentsMeet Shorelight Alumni: After Adelphi, Sewoo Park Gets Hired at NBC
See how he went from South Korea to NYC — and after pandemic lockdowns, to a dream job as an analyst in media.
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Study in USAHow to Study Effectively: 8 Research-Backed Study Tips to Help You Study Smarter
If you’re an international student, you know you’ll need to study hard at your US university. Our guide to the best study techniques makes sure you’re prepared to earn good marks from your first day of classes and beyond.
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Study in USATax Filing Information for International Students
Learn how to file your taxes while studying at a university in the US.
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Study in USAMain Campus, Satellite Campus, What’s the Difference?
Learn why it’s important to research branch campuses before you study abroad.
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Study in USATaking an HR Course in the US: A Guide for International Students
See why your time as an international student makes you a perfect candidate for a career in human resources. Learn more about programs in the United States and how to choose the right one for you.
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Study in USAWhat Is Physics? An International Student Guide to Physics Courses in the US
If you are curious about how the universe works at a fundamental level, then physics might be for you. Learn everything you need to know before earning a physics degree at a US university.
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UniversityFaces on Campus: Meet David at FIU
A former international student himself, FIU Global First Year director David Lecón knows just how to make incoming international students feel welcome and supported on campus.
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UniversityBehind the Scenes at Shorelight: Meet Fardeen Shaikh, Assistant Manager, Product Sales
Fardeen Shaikh discovered his passion at Heriot-Watt University Dubai, then launched a successful career at Shorelight after first getting an internship with the company.
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Study in USAFinance Your US-Based Education with MPower: Now Available via the Shorelight Marketplace
With MPower, high-potential international students from all socioeconomic backgrounds can reach their dreams of a US-based education. Learn about MPower student loans through the Shorelight Marketplace*, which serves as your source for products and services that improve the international student experience.
