The US: Once you arrive

Part-time employment can ease the cost of studying abroad and provide valuable experience for the future. Overall, it is a great opportunity – but to make the most of it, you should prepare carefully. As well as rules you must follow, there are many protections that exist to ensure that you are treated fairly in any job that you do. Get to know all about this now, as we explain your work rights as an international student in the USA, and what changes after you graduate.

During your time abroad there are many ways that you can get involved in the student community at your university. For example, in the UK, you can join clubs and societies to meet new people and experiment with your interests and hobbies. In the USA, you can do the same, but they are more often referred to as sororities and fraternities. You’ve probably seen or heard of these in films or on TV shows set in America where students can be seen partying with their