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As an international student, you may be eligible for practical training related to your field of study. One type of training that may be available to you is Optional Practical Training [...]

As an F-1 student, you may qualify for practical training related to your primary field of study. US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) regulations permit two types of practical training: Curricular Practical Training (CPT) [...]

One of the main reasons people further their education is to get the academic training they need to pursue a meaningful career. Once academic studies are complete, and students graduate, the [...]

Part of your training at the Computer Systems Institute is gaining real-world experience with an externship. Some students may be nervous and feel like they aren’t the strongest candidate or have [...]

Arriving and getting established at a new school is difficult for students of all ages and levels, but it’s even harder for international students. Not only do they have to deal [...]

Attending classes of any kind in an overseas learning environment means you will inevitably be surrounded by people of different nationalities, cultural backgrounds, religions, and more. You may wonder how you [...]

International students in Massachusetts have a unique and extraordinary opportunity to explore America's rich history, culture, and beauty firsthand, all in one place. Here are some examples of interesting places you [...]

Known for its world-class city of Chicago, the entire state of Illinois offers international students a way to steep themselves in the culture and history of America beyond the classroom.  Chicago  [...]

When international students come together as a class for the first time, it can be a pretty daunting and challenging experience. It's only natural to wonder about how to connect with [...]

Making the transition from tertiary education into the world of work can be pretty daunting for a variety of reasons.  But one of the biggest challenges is trying to find that first job [...]