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International Student Considerations

While getting into graduate school in the USA is time consuming and challenging for US citizens, there are unique challenges facing those from other countries who would like to study here. In all steps of graduate school applications, choosing, testing, paying, and admission, international students must complete either additional or different steps from their native counterparts. However, the resources in this section address these additional considerations for international students that will lead to successful graduate admission in the United States.

International Student Considerations

Graduate education system
(International Student) Some students choose to continue their learning beyond the four years of study as an undergraduate by going on to receive a graduate education. This specialized advanced study can result in either a master’s degree or a doctoral degree.
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(U.S. News) Prospective international students should research the location of U.S. graduate programs carefully.
U.S. graduate school help for international students
(College Express) Are you an international student considering a graduate degree in the United States? You’re in good company—and you’re about to get an inside look at how to achieve your goal.

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Barron’s essential words for the TOEFL: Test of English as a foreign language by Matthiesen, S. J.
Call Number: PE1128 .M3544 2017
ISBN: 9781438008875
The official guide to the TOEFL test by Lester, M.
Call Number: PE1128.O44 2017
ISBN: 9781260011210
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Pre-TOEFL guide: Academic English practice by Stirling, B.
Publication Date: 2017
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IELTS - Speaking essentials (book - 5) by Malhotra, J.
Publication Date: 2015
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IELTS - Vocal cosmetics (book - 3) by Malhotra, J.
Publication Date: 2015
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IELTS - Writing essentials (book - 2) by Malhotra, J.
Publication Date: 2015
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Approaches and challenges to internationalizing scholarship by Perry, G. et al
International educator, (2019), 28 (4), 46-47

International scholarships to study in the US
(Top Universities) It’s no secret that the US is one of the most expensive nations in which to pursue higher education, but don't let that put you off, as there are hundreds of opportunities to gain funding for your studies here.
10 ways international students can pay for grad school
(U.S. News) Not all of the resources and strategies mentioned in this slideshow will cover the entire cost of grad school, but they'll each pay for at least some of a student's education-related expenses.
How to win a Fulbright scholarship
(U.S. News) Strong Fulbright scholarship candidates convey an appreciation for cultures beyond their own, experts say.

8 tips for international applicants to U.S. graduate schools
(Princeton Review) International students and domestic students go through the same application process. If you are a foreign applicant, however, there are a few extra things you should do.

Inside graduate admissions: Merit, diversity, and faculty gatekeeping by Posselt, J. R.
Publication Date: 2016
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How grad school officials evaluate international applicants
(U.S. News) Grad schools want to enroll a certain number of international students, but applicants are increasing.
Pros, cons of using international student agents, consultants
(U.S. News) Prospective international students can consider using a professional for help with the U.S. university admissions process.

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