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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!
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NewsWeekly News Roundup: September 4, 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 USAScholarships for International Students Studying in the USA
Scholarships aren’t just for athletes. Find international student scholarships that can help pay for your US university studies.
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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.
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Study in USAExtracurricular Activities: An International Student’s Guide
Discover how extracurriculars and cocurricular activities can enhance an international student’s US university application, CV, resume, and more.
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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 USAHome Away From Home: An International Student Guide to San Antonio
International students will find a diverse city with lots of opportunity just steps from The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) campuses.
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StudentsMeet Nandini, an International Student at The University of Texas at San Antonio
Nandini was content in her career as a full-stack developer back home in India – but realized she could likely go further. The next step? A master’s degree in computer science from UT San Antonio.
![Leidy Bello Cristancho, student services advisor for international students at The University of Texas at San Antonio, stands with the Roadrunner mascot with both making the hand sign for UT horns.]()
UniversityFaces on Campus: Meet Leidy Bello Cristancho at The University of Texas at San Antonio
Leidy Bello is passionate about the UT San Antonio Academic English Program and is dedicated to guiding students through the same enriching experiences she enjoyed as an international student.
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Study in USAWhat Is an Hispanic-Serving Institution?
Hispanic-Serving Institutions, or HSIs, offer greater resources for Hispanic and Latinx students. Shorelight works with more than 10 HSIs, including Florida International University and The University of Texas at San Antonio.
