Learn how to maximize your visit to the EducationUSA Fair 2017. In this webinar, we discuss the best ways for students to interact with U.S. university representatives including strategies on formulating questions to ask them. We also cover the basic “Dos” and “Don'ts” of attending a higher education fair. The EducationUSA University Fair will take place at the Marriot Hotel in Miraflores on September 6th, 2017. This webinar was hosted by the U.S. Embassy in Peru and EducationUSA. (https://educationusa.state.gov/). Find your nearest EducationUSA Advising Center: http://1.usa.gov/1cjt7cb ► About the speaker: ▪▪ Jason Sherrill is Deputy Executive Director for Fulbright Commission Peru

2. Study in the U.S.
Opportunity Awaits

3. 3,256
#2013-2014
In 2016, there were more than 1,200,000
International Students in the U.S.

4. .

5. Why the U.S?
International Experience
Variety
Quality (SUNEDU)
Flexibility

7. .
4000+

9. What is EducationUSA?

10. • Student Profile in the U.S...
– English
– TOEFL iBT
– GPA
– Transcripts
– CV
– Extra Curricular Activities
– Accomplishments, Prizes, Publications
– Leadership
– Letters of Recommendation
– High School Professors
– Essays
– Adversity
– Best Fit Program
– Aptitud Test
– SATGRE
Before Applying:
Self Identify

11. Your 5 Steps
To U.S. Study.

12. 1. Research your options
2. Finance your studies
3. Complete the applications
4. Apply for the student VISA
5. Prepare for your departure
The Steps

13. 1. Research your Options
• Field of Study
• Selectivity
• Geographical location
• International Exams
• Quantity of Students
• Costs
• Financial Aid

14. 2. Finance your Studies
• Annual Costs
• Make a Budget
• Scholarship Search

15. 3. Complete your App: 12 Months+
• Create a comprehensive calendar to meet all
of the requirement deadlines

16. 4. Apply for Student Visa
http://lima.usembassy.gov/niv/apply.html
I-20 + DS160 + CSC + SCOTIA BANK = CITA

17. 5. Pre-departure Orientation

18. EducationUSA Fair
LIMA, SEPTEMBER 6nd 2017
educationusafair.org/lima

19. Fair Dos and Don’ts

20. Preregister
Print your registration
Take it with you
Speak in English
Ask relevant questions
Have an idea of who you want to see
Be precise with time
Be respectful to others
Be attent to other students’ questions
Make business cards

21. Academics
• What opportunities would I have if I majored in [blank] at your institution?
• What differentiates your program in [blank] from programs offered at other U.S. universities?
• What happens if I want to change my major?
• What happens if I need to return home for a semester? Can I suspend my studies for a period of time and then come back?
Cost and Financial Aid
• How much am I going to pay each year to attend your school?
• Can you tell me about about other fees and costs in addition to tuition?
• What kinds of scholarships for international students do you offer?
• Are there separate deadlines for admission and scholarship applications?
• What percentage of the annual cost to attend your school can be covered by scholarships?
• What percentage of international students receive financial aid, and what is the average aid amount?
• What opportunities are there for on-campus employment?
Applying
• What kinds of qualifications do international students who are admitted to your school have?
• Can you give me an idea of how the visa and I-20 processes work?
Career Preparation
• What are some examples of internships held by students majoring in [blank] at your school?
• Is there someone at your school who will help me find an internship?
• How will your program in [blank] help me achieve my career goals?
• What career services are available for international students at your school?
English Language Support
• Are English as a second language, or ESL, courses offered at your school?
• I’ve already taken an English language exam such as the TOEFL or the IELTS. Are there any programs at your school that will accept
my score?
• Does your school offer an intensive English program?

22. Take your whole family
Stay for hours
Ask for your scholarship
Stay at one table too long
Shove your way to the front
Repeat questions

23. Educationusafair.org/lima
Request VIP access to the fair:
educationusa@fulbright.pe
We will confirm your access