what are my chances to get into an American University, as an international student ? ?
Hi ! I am going to take my TOEFL tomorrow morning (Erg...), but I don't know if I will get the scores required to the universities (more than 70%!) where I have applied : UT Austin and the College of William & Mary... I am not stressed, but I haven't had so much time to prepare myself to this test. Anyway, I am not pessimist and I am feeling good and self-confident! But I wanted to know what chances do I have to get into those universities (especially to reassure me...). What is the importance of the TOEFL & SAT scores in an application file ? I think that I have submitted two good applications, but I am afraid that my TOEFL and SAT scores will not be so exceptional...I have some strong experiences (volunteer in Africa and for a world music festival), I have traveled a lot, my native language is French, but I speak Dutch too. I have learned Latin and Greek and I do a lot of extracurricular activities (sports and art)... That is the reason why I think that I have a "strong" application. Moreover, I come from Belgium and I have heard that the universities are looking for students from Europe because they want to diversify their student body... So that's a good point for me ! Excuse me to talk a lot about me, but I have spent a lot of time on my essays and to complete my files (like a lot of students I suppose)... I have received a few days ago my green card. But those universities are very selective and the system is totally different from the one in my country... I think I will be very disappointed if I am not accepted because I have worked hard during several weeks... What do you think ? Thank you ! *Sorry for my grammar mistakes...
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1 :
your biggest issue will be paying tuition
2 :
It sounds like you will be fine. American is a very Internationally oriented school, it sounds like they would love to have you.
3 :
first of all you don't need to apologize for your grammer mistakes. alot of americans make mistakes even when the shouldn't. dude you have a great chance of getting into a univeristy. you being from another country really helps also you being able to speak multiple languages. colleges are always looking for volunteer work and since you do work in africa that will really help you. so you don't need to worry you will make it.
4 :
Well if you have the scores needed for those schools and can pay the full tuition without any help from loans or other forms then you have a good chance of getting in as long as the State Department gives you the documents you need to be in the USA.
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as an international student, as long as you get accepted into a school, they will issue you an I-20 form. you'll then have to go to the US consulate or embassy and get issued a F-1 or F-2 visa. that visa # will allow you to have access to a lot of flexibility and freedom in terms of negotiating w/ other schools you've gotten into as far as receiving aid. you can also apply for and receive financial aid (it will be limited, but it's better than nothing). since you mentioned that you have received your greencard, you can use your greencard # as your main ID # to apply for financial aid. what you need to remember is, as an international student, you WILL get accepted into a college. most colleges are working hard to expand their international student services/sector. it's all a matter of showing proof of financial responsibility (you need a certain amount - equivalent in USD - to secure your visa). if you know or have an idea of what you want to do after graduation (job), you can narrow down what your major can be. then, find schools that are rank well in that major and see if you qualify for those schools and apply before the deadline. remember, your application deadline may differ from regular deadlines. try getting an international calling card and call the international admissions center and try to talk directly to a live person to see EXACTLY what documents are needed in the application process. do your best to take the ibt toefl and take it as many times as you need to score as high as you can. i highly recommend that you study for and take the act AND sat. it'll be worth your weight in gold. MAKE SURE your admission essays are well done - it is your chance to shine and stand out. get it double checked by someone who is highly proficient in English BEFORE you submit it. finally, take into consideration details such as: region of the US where you want to live - north/northeastern is COLD usually & people are more private but far east coast, people are open-minded; midwest is not very dynamic, but people are kind; south is hot - warm & not as open-minded, but friendly/helpful; west coast is mostly sunny/warm, and people are more liberal. campus culture is important too - do you do well in very large, very crowded places? do you do better in smaller, more intimate settings where people know you by name? (private vs. public schools). most large universities offer much more in terms of majors, classes, etc, but can be intimidating. smaller schools are more intimate, but may not offer as many majors, and choices in classes. there's a lot to think about...so do your research and take your time. it's a huge investment in your time and money, so don't just jump into this w/out knowing where or how you'll land. good luck! should you be interested in getting additional international college guidance and help, please contact me by answering me back and i can see if you qualify for more assistance.
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