Being an International Student in the U.S. and Going Abroad

Spending time abroad affords you advantages over your U.S. counterparts. Having left your home country to study abroad in the U.S. you’ve already learned how to adjust to a new culture, educational system, and language. Your skills and experience may help you to enjoy a relatively smooth transition into your new host culture. However, please keep in mind that you may still experience culture shock, feelings of isolation, or adjustment difficulties.

Be sure to discuss your U.S. immigration with the Office of International Student and Scholar Services on your home campus prior to leaving the country.