Kaplan: Guide to Studying in the USA

Making the decision to study at the university level in the United States is a significant commitment, and one that will have lasting impact. There are countless decisions to be made before you arrive in the U.S., so make sure you have armed yourself with as much information as possible. Read Guide to Studying in the USA, and prepare yourself for the experience of a lifetime. * What makes the U.S. educational system different * Important considerations for financing your education * Student visa requirements * Typical expectations of campus life * Special considerations that international students must face * University listings with website addresses

Carl DeAngelis is Assistant Director for Fulbright and Academic Services at the English and Special Services division of the Institute for International Education (IIE). DeAngelis is also the editor of English Language and Orientation Programs in U.S. (ELOPUS), the definitive catalog of ESL programs published by IIE and used as reference worldwide.