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How To Survive First Year In US As A Student by 24hoursreporter: 11:58pm On May 27, 2018
United State is a dream land for an Average Nigerian Students to study. As you are passionate about studying in US, still remember that every society has its own challenges. No matter how smart and intelligent you are, your first year in US as a student is usually very challenging. However, this article will teach you how to survive first year in US as a student.

So, below are tips on how to survive first year in US as a student.

Tips On How To Survive First Year In US As A Student

#1 Be Prepared Before You Live your country

The first tip on how to survive first year in US as a student is to be fully prepared before you leave your country. Don’t assume anything, strive to get the most current and accurate information.

Have a well structured financial plan with enough money to execute it. Food, books, tuition and other petty educational expenses are very high in the US.

So, get a comprehensive list estimated expenses from your institution before leaving your country. Also, don’t use Craigslist to find accommodation as most students have been duped and left stranded without a house to live.
It is better you keep your money and ask friend around when you get to the State. They may know one or two places to rent cheap accommodation.

Remember! Proper Prior Preparation Prevents Poor Performance. Be fully prepare before leaving your country.

#2 Participate In All Extra Curricular Activities

Remember, this is your first year in a strange land, you really need to make friends fast. So, try to participate in field trips, international clubs and any other activities in your school.

This will make you meet more people and make new friends. With several good friends around you, your worry about how to survive first year in US as a student will reduce.

#3 Fight Being Home sick

As a first year international student studying in US, you will definitely be home sick. You may want to eat your traditional food and sometimes miss your peers back in your home country.

Well, this is normal, but try to fight it. Learn to eat the food available and find an activity that will make you happy. If you can do this, you will not be homesick anymore.

#4 Ask For Help

Don’t make the mistake of keeping to yourself, you will regret it big time. They are people in your institution that definitely care about you.

So, try and talk to somebody whenever you are having hard time with class and other extra curricular activities. Whatever situation you find yourself in US, always ask for help. This is the most important important tip on how to survive first year in US as a student.

#5 Learn To Accept The Culture

Most people find it difficult to survive first year in US as a student because they fail to accept their culture. The culture may be different from the one you are used to, but accept it.

For instance, Institutions in US want students to talk and ask questions in class. Also, there are instances when you they will ask you strange and perceived rude questions. Don’t take it personal, just know that it is part of their culture.

These tips on how to survive first year in US as a student will be very beneficial to International students that want to study in US.

Check http://www.24hoursreporter.com/2018/05/27/how-survive-first-year-us-student to watch video testimonies of students studying in US

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Re: How To Survive First Year In US As A Student by heendrix(m): 12:20am On May 28, 2018
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Re: How To Survive First Year In US As A Student by heendrix(m): 12:20am On May 28, 2018
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