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My Journey as an International Student - Ep 2

In the previous episode, I walked you through how I navigated the process of researching universities, preparing documents, and submitting applications as an international student. It was a long and thoughtful journey that finally paid off when the acceptance letters started rolling in. But getting accepted is only half the story. The real adventure begins after that, turning the acceptance into a reality. From understanding the I-20 form, preparing for the visa interview, and finally boarding a flight to the United States, the road ahead was filled with both excitement and anxiety. In this episode, I’ll share how I handled this crucial second phase, the decisions, paperwork, interviews, and the emotions that came with it. If you're currently waiting for your I-20 or preparing for your visa interview, I hope this gives you a clear picture of what to expect and the confidence to face it. Receiving the I-20 Once I confirmed my admission to Northeastern University, the next step wa...

My Journey as an International Student - Ep 1

Hello everyone! I’m Nishanth Kiruthivasan, and I would like to share my journey as an international student in the United States. I’m currently pursuing my MS at Northeastern University in Boston. While my journey feels rewarding now, getting to this stage was undoubtedly challenging and required meticulous planning and execution. Since I couldn't find good articles to help me when I was applying, I want to pen down my experience for future aspirers. Here’s a detailed breakdown of how I navigated each step. Researching Universities The first and most critical step in my journey was researching universities. This stage laid the foundation for everything else. To gather reliable information, I used platforms such as US News and QS World University Rankings . These websites were invaluable as they provided comprehensive details about: University Rankings : Updated annually based on various performance metrics. Tuition Fees : Average costs for both domestic and international students....