6) Student Time, Money & Energy Management

Being a student in the US is a marathon, not a sprint. You are juggling your grades, your future career, and your bank account all at once.

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Balancing GPA, internships, job prep

In the US, a 4.0 GPA is nice, but it won't get you a job on its own. A 3.5 GPA with a great internship is much better than a 4.0 with no experience.

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Budgeting on student income

The US is very expensive. As an international student, you are usually limited to working 20 hours a week on campus. You must be careful with your cash.

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Avoiding burnout + isolation

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Using school services without overreliance

Your school has a Career Center, a Writing Center, and an International Office (DSO). They are great tools, but they are not your boss. Treat these offices like consultants. Go to the Writing Center to have them check your resume for grammar. Go to the Career Center for 'Mock Interviews' to practice your speaking. Don't expect them to find you a job.

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Top tips on how to save money as an international student in the US

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