Helpful Links
The following links offer general information and advice for prospective international students, college search and application services, and admissions testing and financial aid information.
American Government
U.S. Department of State
The Department of State is a department of the federal government
of the United States that sets and maintains foreign policies.
Immigration and Customs Enforcement's Student and Exchange Visitor Program
The Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) acts as the bridge for varied government organizations which have an interest in information on foreign students.
Web Sites of U.S. Embassies, Consulates, and Diplomatic Missions
Use this directory to locate your nearest U.S. embassy or consulate office.
General Advice for International Students in the U.S.
NAFSA: Association of International Educators
Special pages for international students, maintained by the professional organization for international education in the U.S.
eduPass: The Smart Student Guide to Studying in the USA
Intended for international students.
Study in the USA (a resource for international students)
View in Spanish or Japanese, includes university and boarding school links, question & answer forum, articles.
College Board Online
Searchable database on 3,200 two- and four-year colleges, along with information on examinations such as the SAT, TOEFL, etc., and financial aid.
Admissions Testing
Educational Testing Services
A not-for-profit standardized testing service that offers the following admissions tests and services:
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
- Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT)
- ACT Inc.
A non-profit organization, best known for the ACT Assessment Program, a widely accepted college admissions test.
Financial Aid
The FAFSA: Free Application for Federal Student Aid
Financial aid information and advice for students.
IEFA: International Education Financial Aid
Comprehensive database of international education financial aid information.
NASFAA: National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators
A post-secondary education association, offering conferences, workshops, student aid tools, publications, and links to financial aid administrations.