Studying and Teaching in the U.S.

Overviews

• Studying in the United States
  Information on international exchanges and study in the U.S from the U.S. Network for Education Information.
  
  
• Teaching in the United States
  Provides information and links for persons wishing to teach in American schools at different levels from the U.S. Network for Education Information.
  
  
• Getting Ready to Go
  The last in a series of four booklets for prospective international students, "If You Want to Study in the United States", published by the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, U.S. Department of State. This 4th booklet provides help with planning your move to the U.S. after you have been accepted to a U.S. university or college. This booklet also provides invaluable advice on applying for a visa, moving to the U.S., and what to expect when you arrive on campus.
  
  
• How Do I Become an Academic Student in the United States?
  Valuable questions and answers on the process of becoming an academic student in the U.S., from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
  
  
• Visiting the United States        
  Basic information on planning a visit to the United States from the U.S. Network for Education Information.
  
  
• College and University Education in the United States
  This e-journal features several articles that discuss higher education in the United States from different points of view.
  
  
• A Diverse Education System
  From Portrait of the USA, this chapter describes the broad contours of U.S. education, including its structure, standards and challenges.
  

Visas and Legal Requirements

• Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS)
  SEVIS is an Internet-based system from SEVP that maintains accurate and current information on non-immigrant students, exchange visitors, and their dependents. SEVIS enables schools and program sponsors to transmit mandatory information and event notifications to the Department of Homeland Security and Department of State throughout a student or exchange visitor's stay in the United States.
  
  
• Destination USA : Student Visas 
  Links to information on applying for a student visa.
  
  
• Exchange Visitor (J) Visas
  Tips for obtaining U.S. visas for exchange visitors.
  
  
• Foreign Students in the United States: Policies and Legislation
  A 2006 report from the Congressional Research Service reviews the post-September 11 policies that have impacted foreign students in the U.S.
  
  
• Student Visas
  Information on Student Visas.
  
  
• Legal Requirements for F-1 Foreign Students in Public Schools
  Information on legal requirements for foreign students in U.S. public elementary and secondary schools.
  
  
• Civics and Citizenship Study Materials
  Study materials that allow immigrants to learn more about U.S. history and government.
  
  
• Student and Exchange Visitor Program
  The international student or exchange visitor has some responsibilities to attend to before they can enter the U.S. This section of the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) website assists with those responsibilities by providing helpful tips in a variety of languages, important immigration documents, information on pursuing employment in the U.S., emergency information and other FAQs.
  

Financial Aid

• Financial Assistance Guide
  Studying in the U.S. is an expensive but worthwhile investment. It is important to start financial planning at least 12 months before you intend to study in the U.S. This section will help guide you through the planning process.
  
  
• OACAC List of Financial Aid Awarded to International Students
  This table from the Overseas Association for College Admissions Counseling lists the amounts of financial aid provided by individual colleges and universities for international undergraduate students in 2005.
  
  
• Possible Sources of Financial Aid
  An expert outlines where international students, particularly graduate students, can look for financial aid, and gives advice on making successful application. From "College and University Education in the U.S.," a 2005 eJournal from the Bureau of International Information Programs, U.S. Department of State.
  

Undergraduate Study

• Undergraduate Study
  The first in a series of four booklets for international students, "If You Want to Study in the United States," published by the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, U.S. Department of State. "Undergraduate Study" covers how to choose and apply to U.S. bachelor's and associate degree programs as well as information on technical and vocational educational opportunities in the U.S.
  
  
• U.S. Community Colleges: A Gateway to Higher Education for Many
  Two-year colleges offer students an opportunity to begin their higher education in a small, community-based environment, often at lower cost than a four-year institution. George R. Boggs, president and chief executive officer of the American Association of Community Colleges, outlines the qualities that make community colleges an attractive alternative. From "College and University Education in the U.S.," a 2005 eJournal from the Bureau of International Information Programs, U.S. Department of State.
  

Graduate Study and Research

• Graduate and Professional Study and Research
  The second in a series of four booklets for international students, "If You Want to Study in the United States," published by the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, U.S. Department of State. Booklet 2 describes how to research and apply to U.S. master's, doctoral degree, and postdoctoral programs, plus information on certification and licensing procedures for professionals who wish to further their education or practice in the U.S.

Special Programs and Professional Education

• Short-Term Study, English Language Programs, Distance Education, and Accreditation
  The third in a series of four booklets for international students, "If You Want to Study in the United States," published by the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, U.S. Department of State. Booklet 3 contains information on opportunities to study in the United States for up to 1 year, plus an overview of studying towards a degree, diploma, or certificate from outside the U.S. through distance education programs. The booklet also contains detailed information on accreditation of U.S. higher education institutions.