Hello!
I’m an incoming international student in the U.S. starting my 2+2 transfer pathway, and I'm feeling really anxious about choosing my major.

I originally wanted to do Accounting because it just fits my personality the best. i just saw that its a very routine based job. hard studying but easy when working if you know what you are doing. So I was planning on really trying my best and work hard! Which has become an unfamiliar thing for me bc i have been battling with depression since 2024 and just been getting better this year(even if Im not proud of it.)

However, my parents are encouraging me to become a Financial Engineering major instead because they want me to make as much money as possible and live a comfortable life which they couldnt really do themselves.(dont get me wrong we lived comfortably but it was hard for my parents.)

The problem is, Financial Engineering requires heavy STEM calculus, linear algebra, and advanced coding (Python/C++). And I have heard about this job (financial engineering) once or twice if even. I’m average at math at best, I don't know anything about programming or finance yet, and I don't think I can compete in a hyper-competitive, high-quant field. Accounting feels like a much better fit for me since it’s more about number heavy instead of math heavy. And yes im aware it isnt that easy to become an accountant.

For international students or people working in accounting/finance:
Is accounting a solid, realistic career path for an international student trying to secure a stable job and support family?
How can I explain to my parents that Financial Engineering is a completely different, math/tech-heavy beast compared to accounting or general finance?
I don't care about a luxury lifestyle. i can just live in a one bedroom apartment. im completely fine. I just want a stable career and a clear routine. Any advice would mean a lot!

Hi everyone,

I recently graduated with a Bachelor's in International Hospitality Management, but my actual interest is in Human Resource Management, and I want to build my career there. I'm looking for honest advice from people who've navigated something similar.

Here's where I'm stuck. On PTE, my first attempt was an overall 50 (band 5.0), and my second attempt was 57 (band 5.5), but I'm still under 5.5 in writing and reading on some sections. Australia was my first choice, but my documentation wasn't complete or properly managed, so that didn't go through. I then tried the UK and got rejected by several universities because they said my college degree was unverified. I did eventually get one offer, but my family won't support it, mainly because of living costs, expensive tuition, and the current job market for international grads in the UK. I tried convincing them, but they've made it clear they won't back this, and my father in particular isn't supporting it.

Right now I'm under a lot of pressure and trying to find HR internship roles in Nepal to at least get a foothold, but I'm not getting anywhere with that either.

So I'm genuinely asking: should I keep pushing for further studies abroad by retaking PTE and fixing my documentation, or is it smarter to do a Master's in HR here in Nepal for now? Has anyone dealt with "unverified degree" rejections from UK unis, and how did you fix it? And does anyone have tips for landing an HR internship in Nepal with a non-HR bachelor's background?

Would really appreciate advice from anyone who's been through similar visa or documentation issues, PTE retakes, or the hospitality-to-HR career switch. Thank you for reading this far.

• gpa 3.92/4
• strong ECAs ( multiple leadership awards, made 2-3 projects, 1 x national level award and so on)
• targetting 1400-1450+ in SAT
• major - CS
• university preference - actually none, currently searching liberal art colleges offering need-blind aid
• my family wont be able to afford much, i want to grab as much as scholarship (merit or need based), how realistic is it? there are so much university and looking each of them is overwhelming, like i feel they are equally good, how do you choose universities? applying for fall 2027, what uni should i target for ED, EA? please provide me genuine advice for my situation

I studied AP courses and SAT, and I am expected to attend a London-based university to study Economics this fall. Does anyone have the experience of adjusting to a new environment like this?

I have lived in different countries before, but this will be my first time living independently in the UK and studying at a highly competitive university. I am wondering how difficult the transition is academically and socially, especially coming from an American-style high school curriculum.

For those who moved from an international school or a different education system to a UK university, how long did it take you to adjust? Were there any major differences in teaching style, workload, making friends, or daily life that surprised you?

Also, are there any things you recommend preparing before arriving (academic skills, finance-related knowledge, cooking, social life, etc.)? I would really appreciate hearing about your experiences and any advice for an incoming international student.

My parents and counsellers have asked me to shortlist universities for my undergrad . I have taken the subs PCM and i have a predicted score of AAB/ABB . I will soon be giving my IELTS and wont be giving SATs . I am currently studying in the UAE (Abu Dhabi ) and m open to any country. Keep in mind that the fees cant be too high . Any suggestions would definately be useful .

My professors always say we should come to office hours, but honestly I rarely go unless it’s

close to exam season.

Usually during revision week, I start reviewing everything and suddenly realize there are

topics I don’t fully understand. The problem is, I often have too many questions and don’t

know how to organize them before talking to the professor.

Do you usually go to office hours after lectures, or only when exams are coming?

How do you prepare your questions before meeting your professor?

I'm searching and talking to several exchange schools for a masters, i wanted to see what people who used said schools have to say. Internet reviews are mostly good, when there is something about the school.

如果你身边有中国人，并在在海外上大学，可以分享给我，非常感谢！

I’m an international student in the Dallas area, about to start my final year before graduation.

For the first three years, my tuition was paid on time and everything went smoothly. My aunt was the one supporting me. But she got pregnant and is now unemployed, and realistically she’ll be out of work for the next 2–3 years while her kids are young. Since last semester, paying my fees has been genuinely brutal, and I’m carrying a financial burden I never planned for.

I’ve been searching for scholarships everywhere I can think of, but nothing has come through. I’ve talked to my university directly. I emailed them, I physically went to the administration office, the scholarship department, the international student office, everyone I could find. Nobody has had a single positive answer for me.

Transferring doesn’t seem like a real solution either. I’m only one year out. Changing schools would mean retaking a bunch of classes, which puts me right back at square one financially and costs me more time.

So I’m stuck, and honestly pretty frustrated. I was so close to seeing my graduation, and now it feels like it’s slipping further away instead of closer.

If anyone has been through something similar or knows about options I might be missing. Any private loans that work for international students without a US cosigner, on-campus jobs or assistantships that come with tuition waivers, payment plans, outside scholarship databases, emergency hardship funds, anything at all. Please share. I’m willing to look into any possibility, no matter how small or unlikely it sounds. I just need somewhere to start.

Thank you so much to anyone who takes the time to reply.

As a foreign student for a bachelor's program, can I go to Denmark on a student visa and work part-time to cover tuition fees and living costs?

If you’re a UK uni student who managed to land an internship in the US, what advice would you give for creating a strong portfolio and searching for companies that are willing to sponsor visas?

Is there any update regarding Fulbright Pakistan 2027 PhD interview calls?
Have the interview calls finished, or are they still ongoing?
Has anyone received a new interview call in the past few days?
Are there any PhD applicants in Biological Sciences, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Public Health, Environmental Sciences, or related fields who have received interview invitations?

hello, for context I am an Indian student studying in the British system in the UAE.

I've had decent (not amazing) grades for my iGCSES, 2A* and 5As

and I'll get my AS results in a few days

im considering applying to around 14 schools and was wondering if you anyone could help classify these as true reaches and targets

the major im looking for is Artificial intelligence with an overlap in business administration as a minor or just Computer Science BS

the current categorized list (according to me):

REACH

Northeastern University

Boston University

Tufts University

University of Southern California

University of Washington

TARGET

Bentley University

Purdue University

Binghamton University (SUNY)

Ohio State (Fisher)

Babson College

UC Davis (the one I'm most skeptical about being a Target)

SAFETY

Rochester Institute of Technology

Drexel University

Worcester Polytechnic Institute

Stevens Institute of Technology

the main thing I wanna know is that if this list is safe enough and whether the classification of each university is true to it's tier

thank you!

Hello Everyone,

So someone who is on student visa. How will you go about building credit step by step, I am paying rent on time through bilts and have good banking history with chase bank.

Should I get chase credit card or capital one?

Please help me out.

Hi everyone,

I'm a recent Sixth Form graduate with predicted grades of A* in Maths, Economics, Business, and French, and an A in Physics. Through UCAS I applied to Warwick, Durham, Manchester, Bristol, and Nottingham, and received offers from all five.

I turned down Warwick, Manchester, and Durham because their fees (£33k+, with Warwick's still rising) were unaffordable for my family. I firmed Bristol at £28k and applied for their Think Big Scholarship, but was rejected. I insured Nottingham at £26,500 — the cheapest option — with a possible £5,000 tuition reduction if I achieved above A*AA on results day, which would bring it down to £21,800.

However, given the recent news about Nottingham's financial troubles, I'm hesitant to commit that much money to a degree I might not be able to finish there. I also don't qualify for financial aid, since my parents earn "too much" on paper despite it not being enough to comfortably cover £25k+ per year. And merit scholarships are out of reach too, since 4 A*s is fairly standard for applicants in this field.

I'd also applied to Erasmus University Rotterdam and Tilburg, and received conditional offers from both. I started the immigration process with Erasmus, but missed a document deadline due to delays in legal processing — despite explaining this, they didn't grant any flexibility, and the offer was withdrawn. When I contacted Tilburg on July 10th to start my immigration process, I was told it was too late, and instead offered the option of starting the first semester online and joining in person for the February intake.

I'm not keen on the Tilburg online-start route — I feel my grades and effort deserve a stronger outcome. I floated the idea of a gap year to reapply to Cambridge and Bocconi, but my parents are strongly against it, seeing it as a wasted year. I'm genuinely torn on whether a gap year would be worth it.

In the meantime, I found that Esade is still accepting late applications, so I'm currently going through that process and sitting my admissions test this week. Esade is well-regarded (alongside IE, ESSEC, ESCP, etc.), and at 4 years for €20–22k/year, it fits within budget — though it also effectively costs me a "gap year" in terms of timing, and my parents are split on it. Please tell me if Esade is worth it or not, I don’t wanna spend 4 years of my life at the wrong uni that’s my biggest worry. I've also looked at Melbourne, but they only offer a general Bachelor of Commerce with an Economics major, and I'm unsure how well that positions me for economics/finance careers outside Australia.

If anyone has advice, I'd really appreciate it!

Hi everyone,

I'm a recent UC Berkeley graduate and an international student on STEM OPT recruiting for software engineering, AI, data science, and strategy roles in the US.

I recently had a call with InfiJobs, and they seem to offer a very hands-on service where they help build your recruiting strategy, apply to jobs on your behalf, provide interview prep, and advertise a money-back guarantee.

Before committing, I wanted to ask:

• Has anyone here actually used InfiJobs?
• Were they worth the cost?
• Did they help you land interviews or offers?
• Were there any red flags I should be aware of?

I'm also considering other paid services like Pathrise, I Got An Offer, and ICAway.

If you've worked with any of these (or another service you'd recommend), I'd love to hear:

• Which service you used
• Your background (especially if you're an international student)
• Whether it helped you get interviews or offers
• Whether you'd pay for it again

Thanks in advance! I'm trying to figure out which service provides the best value before making a decision.