Valuable survival tips to students leaving for America

Some points to remember

Academics: Books are expensive. So find out what is needed from seniors. Education is expensive. So look for scholarships. Deans are very forthcoming with guidance. Avail of their help. Find out the right courses with good professors from the academic advisers Speak up if the professor is not good. Never do too many courses or overwork for extra dollars. The strain could affect studies. Good grades mean good jobs. Never hesitate to approach counselling and guidance centres.
Security: Ensure accommodation beforehand Carry the passport or at least its copy or other ID copies Carry all important contact numbers. Find out which are the bad neighbourhoods. Avoid them. Prefer pre-arranged university transport if its too late to get back home. Never be foolhardy.

Culture shock: Don’t try to be a different person soon after reaching the US.Try to understand the system and acclimatise gradually. Try not to drive immediately, because its left-hand drive there. Be in touch with Indian student association.