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Find top US universities and colleges, bachelor’s degree courses and master’s degree programs. Talk to a Shorelight international student advisor today.

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There are many steps to applying to college or university in the US, and it can be challenging to understand the entire process at first. This guide will provide you with several key tips to make the process easier!

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Shorelight’s new collaborations provide the best possible support for international students. New services include student loan options, US-based financial services, campus dorm decor, and more.

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Hoping to earn your degree at a US college or university? Find out everything you need to know about how to apply for college in the USA for international students with this comprehensive guide.

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Begin your studies at home with our Virtual Start option. American Collegiate Live's online courses for F-1 students allow you to learn from US professors and earn course credits recognized at universities throughout the US and Canada — all from the comfort of your home. 

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International students can start their professional development with Career Premium, a virtual internship initiative.

Career Premium Offers Virtual Internships for International Students

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Shorelight’s Learning Hub supports international students with practical workshops, useful resources, and expert advice. With the Learning Hub, students successfully transition to and thrive at US universities. 

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Our personalized programs support international students from application to enrollment, while Signature universities offer enhanced admissions, visa, academic, and career services, including our award-winning Accelerator Programs.*

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International students are required to obtain a US student visa to attend college or university in the US. Find out everything you need to know about student visa USA, including student visa types, visa requirements, application process, how to get US visa, and more!

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What is campus life for international students like in the US? Talk to an education advisor today about our student services and getting acclimated.

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Yijia from Beijing didn’t want to fall behind in her studies during COVID, so she enrolled in her first year of university studies online with American Collegiate Live. She’s now studying for a psychology degree at Boston University.

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Don’t defer — begin your US university degree studies at home. Learn and interact with university faculty in real time, and earn course credits to stay on track.

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Once you receive a final admission letter, you will need to submit your I-20 request form, certification of finances, and other paperwork.

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Santiago, an international student from Mexico, started his US higher education journey online via American Collegiate Live. He’ll be continuing his US university studies as a transfer student at UC Berkeley.

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If you are an international transfer student planning to transfer universities in the US, this step-by-step guide can help you understand the application process, entry requirements, transfer policies, and more.

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International students can stay on track with their US university degree by studying online with American Collegiate Live. Learn at home in real time, then transfer to the US when you are able to come to campus.

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