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    The International Students Guide to Colleges & Universities in The USA
    The International Students Guide to Colleges & Universities in The USA
    The International Students Guide to Colleges & Universities in The USA
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    The International Students Guide to Colleges & Universities in The USA

    By Sulaiman Dawood

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    When I was applying to college I was in your shoes: An International Student who knew where he wanted to go for his undergrad (The US), but didn't quite know where or how to take the next step.

    After months of spending weeks and weekends researching every nook and cranny of colleges and the application process, I realized I had collected and stored up on so much pertinent information for aspiring International Students, that it would be a crime to not share it!
    Once my Admission and Financial Aid offers started coming in, I knew I had taken the right steps in the application process. The way I had presented myself to colleges and universities worked and I can show you exactly how I did it.
    You see, my family could only afford to pay a few thousand dollars every year so getting Financial Aid was of the utmost importance to me. Private institutions, like Liberal Arts Colleges (LACs), were generous towards international students, provided they felt that the student would a really good fit in their school and system. I presented myself in such a way that not only was I offered admission to universities, but I had Financial Aid Packages ranging from $140,000 to $215,000 from different universities and colleges.
    I can show you the ways I used to prove to these institutions that I, an International Student, was worth that kind of money. I will guide you through every step of the way: From how to research and pick the right colleges for you to acing your Common App.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherSulaiman Dawood
    Release dateAug 8, 2016
    ISBN9781370473076
    The International Students Guide to Colleges & Universities in The USA
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    Sulaiman Dawood

    Who I amWhen I was applying to college I was in your shoes: An International Student who knew where he wanted to go for his undergrad (The US), but didn't quite know where or how to take the next step.Why I do thisAfter months of spending weeks and weekends researching every nook and cranny of colleges and their application process, I realized I had collected and stored up on so much pertinent information for aspiring International Students, that it would be a crime to not share it!What I can do for youOnce my Admission and Financial Aid offers started coming in, I knew I had taken the right steps in the application process. The way I had presented myself to colleges and universities worked and I can show you exactly how I did it.You see, my family could only afford to pay a few thousand dollars every year so getting Financial Aid was of the utmost importance to me. Private institutions, like Liberal Arts Colleges (LACs), were generous towards international students, provided they felt that the student would a really good fit in their school and system. I presented myself in such a way that not only was I offered admission to universities,I had Financial Aid Packages ranging from $140,000 to $215,000 from different universities and colleges.I can show you the ways I used to prove to these institutions that I, an International Student, was worth that kind of money. I will show you EXACTLY how I did it and guide you through every step of the way: From picking the right colleges to aceing the CommonApp.

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      The International Students Guide to Colleges & Universities in The USA - Sulaiman Dawood

      The International Students Guide to Colleges and Universities in The USA

      Published by Sulaiman Dawood

      Copyright 2016 Sulaiman Dawood (Sully)

      http://www.internationalstudentscounselor.com

      First Edition, License Notes

      This e-book is licensed for your personal enjoyment only. This e-book may not be re-sold or given away to other people. If you would like to share this book with another person, please purchase an additional copy for each recipient. If you’re reading this book and did not purchase it, or it was not purchased for your use only, then please return to your favorite e-book retailer and purchase your own copy. Thank you for respecting the hard work of this author.

      Table of Contents

      Introduction

      1. Jumping Right in: Financial Aid for Internationals

      1.1 First things first: Determining Financial Aid

      1.2 The Next Step

      1.3 Types of Financial Aid

      1.4 An Institution’s Financial Aid Policy for Intl Students

      1.5 Types of Policies followed by Colleges & Universities

      2.Points to keep in mind for when you start College Research

      2.1 Campus & Class size

      2.2 Geographic Location

      2.3 Average SAT score

      2.4 Financial Aid

      2.5 Subjects of Interest

      2.6 Reach, Match, or Safety?

      2.7 Alumni & Post-Graduation Salary

      2.8 The Ivy Leagues are not the be-all and end-all

      3.How many schools?

      3.1 Let’s start: First, Classification.

      3.2 How many should I apply to?

      3.3 The two types of universities you’ll be applying to

      3.4 Early Decision and Early Action

      4.Where and how to research Colleges.

      4.1 Resource One

      4.2 Resource Two

      4.3 Resource Three

      4.4 Remember to use your Friend.

      5.Starting the Application Process

      5.1 Common App

      5.2 Activities

      5.3 Key Points to keep in mind in the Activities Section

      5.4 Filling in the Activities Section

      5.5 Writing/ Essay

      6.Sending ‘em out!

      6.1 interviews

      6.2 A blast from my past: My Interview experiences

      6.3 PRO TIP: Tracking Organizational Tool

      6.4 The Solution

      6.5 Explanation of Headings

      7.Post-Application – What to do?

      7.1 Tip #1

      7.2 Tip #2

      7.3 Tip #3

      7.4 Closing Statements

      Introduction

      Ask the average high schooler in November about where he’s applying to college in December, and chances are he’s still got no clue.

      The thing is, a lot of teenagers take college admissions lightly and don’t start prepping for it early enough.

      That might be okay if you’re American, but not if you’re hoping to be an international student come December. You, the International student, need to keep in mind that you are going to be spending the next four years of your life in the place you pick + you are going to be in a new country and environment.

      You need to make sure the work and research you do reflect this type of commitment.

      The LAST thing you want is to discover a deal-breaker after applying or getting admitted.

      I was an international applicant not too long ago looking to study in the US. I remember feeling really lost at times and spending countless hours trying to find solutions to problems that were unique to me and a few others in my situation i.e. the international students.

      My family could not afford to spend hundreds or thousands of dollars on consultants. So I knew I had to get to the nitty-gritty of college research and the application process

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