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![This photo shows an aerial view of Stony Brook University in New York state under a colorful sunset.]()
UniversityExplore Stony Brook University in New York State
Top-ranked undergraduate and graduate programs, exciting extracurriculars, and a growing global network await international students at Stony Brook University.
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Study in USAHome Away From Home: An International Student Guide to Baltimore
Baltimore’s cultural neighborhoods and suburbs make it an ideal place for international students to feel at home while studying in a new country.
![A group of international students sit in a graduate course for their master's degree program at a US university.]()
NewsInternational Friendly Universities Get Top Rankings in U.S. News & World Report Best Graduate Programs 2026
The US is a great place to earn a graduate degree. Discover Shorelight universities with top rankings for graduate programs in business, computer science, and engineering, among other in-demand fields.
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Study in USATop Universities in the USA: What Is an R1 Classification?
R1 universities are top-tier research institutions in the United States, recognized for their research initiatives and innovation. Here is everything you need to know about the Carnegie R1 designation when applying to top universities in the USA.
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NewsWeekly News Roundup: April 10, 2025
Each week the Shorelight team rounds up trusted headlines on the latest in international education and all things impacting students and universities.
![Framed headshots of David, Luis, and Nika, three international students at Villanova University, hang side by side on a wall]()
UniversityVillanova University International Students Share Their Stories
When researching American colleges, David from Nigeria, Heidi from Vietnam, Luis from Ecuador, and Nika from Russia all found that Villanova University near Philadelphia was their best fit.
![An international student in blue shirt, with only their hands in frame from overhead, calculating their taxes at a table.]()
Study in USATax Filing Information for International Students
Learn how to file your taxes while studying at a university in the US.
![A group of female international students at Villanova University stand in their caps and gowns on graduation day and hold their new degrees.]()
UniversityShorelight Welcomes Villanova University
Villanova University, just outside Philadelphia, is now accepting international graduate student applications through Shorelight.
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NewsWeekly News Roundup: April 3, 2025
Each week the Shorelight team rounds up trusted headlines on the latest in international education and all things impacting students and universities.
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Study in USAHome Away from Home: An International Student Guide to NYC
International students feel right at home in New York City’s culturally rich neighborhoods.
