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![A female international student majoring in English literature stands among the stacks in her US university library and reads an open book.]()
Study in USAWhat Is English Literature? A Guide for International Students
Considering studying literature in the US? Check out what it’s like to study this versatile liberal arts major at a US university.
![A group of international students in a pathway program at a US university stand around a classroom table with an open laptop and papers as their professor goes over an assignment.]()
Study in USAWhat Is a Pathway Program? A Guide for International Students
Thinking about studying in the US? Pathway programs offer international students a supportive start with language, academic, and cultural preparation.
![A male international student from South Asia sits at a computer screen showing code and works on an assignment for an IT course at his US university.]()
Study in USAWhat Is IT? A Guide to Information Technology for International Students
Explore what it means to study IT in 2025: types of information technology, required skills, and career opportunities shaping the future.
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Study in USAThe 12 Oldest Universities in the US
Discover the 12 oldest universities in the US, from Harvard to Rutgers, and their long-standing traditions of academic excellence.
![A group of four international students attending graduate school at a US university sit side by side at a table in a classroom and work on an academic project together.]()
Study in USAWhat Is Graduate School? A Guide for International Students
Graduate school is your next step toward advanced knowledge, skills, and career opportunities. Learn what it is, the types of programs, and more!
![Two female international students enrolled in a professional course at their US university sit at a work station and collaborate on a work-study project in front of a monitor.]()
Study in USAAn International Student’s Guide to Professional Courses
Professional courses take international students from classroom to career through practical programs that provide hands-on training, industry credentials, and global job opportunities.
![Jawee Perla, student success leader for the International Accelerator Program at American University in Washington, DC, smiles for the camera.]()
UniversityFaces on Campus: Meet Jawee at American University
Get to know Jawee Perla, student success leader at the American University IAP, and learn how his team supports international students from day one in Washington, DC.
![Abdullah from Pakistan, class of 2025 valedictorian at the University of the Pacific, stands on campus in his graduation robes alongside Jelena from UOP International.]()
StudentsMeet Shorelight Alumni: Abdullah’s Road to Becoming Valedictorian at the University of the Pacific
Abdullah, an international student from Pakistan at the University of the Pacific, continues to inspire. From bold goals to real-world success, Abdullah’s big achievements show he’s just getting started.
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Study in USAHow to Make Money as an International Student in the US
Want to earn a little extra money while studying in the US? Learn about the best options to consider and how to secure opportunities that align with your academic schedules.
![A male international student from Asia sits in a cafe with a laptop and tablet at his table to take part in an asynchronous course for his US university.]()
Study in USAStudying on Your Schedule: What Asynchronous Learning Means for International Students
What is asynchronous learning? Explore how it works, its pros and cons, and why it is ideal for international students balancing work across time zones and study goals.
