Although the events of
September 11th may have had repercussions to
hinder this, it also spells out the need for more students
to study abroad so cultures can mix and create a greater
understanding among nations. In the USA alone, 2000/2001 saw
the greatest increase in foreign students to their shores
since 1979/1980, with 547,867 foreign students studying in
the USA.
The biggest barrier to
students studying in the USA is money.
The average for a low-cost
private institution costs $12,000 US Dollars a year,
excluding living expenses. This of course can be lower or
higher depending on the school, but for international
students, this is a huge burden and one that stops many from
attending.
However, it need not be an
obstacle, with international student loans now available and
a wealth of scholarships and resources for students to
utilize.
Along with the cost, admission
to top schools in the USA can also be extremely competitive
and require advanced planning; application forms need to be
completed, test scores need to be produced, and some may
require application essays or letters of recommendation.
This at first may seem a
daunting prospect, but students should not be put off. Hard
work and planning are the key factors for students wishing
to come to the USA. Students need to obtain the best grades
possible and plan well in advance (at least 18 months) and
this will give them the best chance to study in the USA.
For US students to study
abroad, the obstacles are not as great as for those wishing
to come to the USA and since September 11th,
there has been greater emphasis by US students to study
outside the USA. As Allan E. Goodman, President and CEO of
the Institute for International Education, states "Even
more heartening is the enthusiasm and interest among
students in gaining international experience after the
terrorist attacks of September 11th".
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