FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions about go-study.com




How can go-study.com save me money?
go-study.com enables students to attend partner Universities at a price that is significantly less than that of the Universities published price. We offer a reduced price which makes the cost of applying through us less than that of applying directly to the University. The package price offers exceptional value in that a single price includes the application fees, orientation fees, university deposit, tuition, shared dormitory accommodation, full meal plan, comprehensive accident/illness insurance, transfer to campus from nearest domestic airport on initial arrival, full-term monitoring by go-study.com counselors, 24-hour access to toll-free service lines, resolution of problems or emergencies and not to mention the go-study.com discount.


What can I expect living in America?
Life in the US will almost certainly be different from what you are used to. It is difficult to say what is the ‘American’ way of life as attitude and outlooks vary considerably according to where you are in the country. The United States is a very cosmopolitan country with residents from many countries and ethnic backgrounds. When you first arrive you may notice differences in the way people behave compared to your own country. As you become accustomed to living here you may find yourself adapting to all sorts of things such as: offering, accepting and refusing hospitality; expressing your opinion; and looking after yourself, which means anything from running your own bank account to cooking your own food and washing your own clothes.


What should I do when I get to the airport in America?
Remember to bring your University acceptance letter, I-20 and F-1 visa along with you on the plane. You may be asked by an immigration officer why you are in the US, please be clear that you understand where you are going and what you intend to study.


When should I arrive at university?
You should aim to arrive at the University in time to be ready to start the international orientation program at your selected institution.


How long can I stay in America?
You are allowed to stay in the United States for one year or for as long as you are enrolled as a full-time student.  You should be allowed to stay in the United States 30 days beyond the departure date on your Form I-94 (Arrival-Departure Record) and USCIS Form I-20 ID (Certificate of Eligibility for Nonimmigrant (M-1) Student Status - For Vocational Students), as long as your stay does not exceed one year.


What kind of Visa do I need?
An F1 Visa which is for full-time students enrolled in an academic or language program. A full-time course load must be maintained and the studies must be completed by the expiration date listed on the I-20 form. Students get an extra 60 days at the end of their stay.


Why study in America?
An American education is known throughout the world for its excellence, flexibility and for the range of opportunities it affords. A degree from one of go-study.com’s carefully selected partner institutions will give you the qualification you need to be internationally successful.


What is the go-study.com scholarship?
Our service allows you to benefit from the scholarship which offers qualified international students special tuition reductions at a range of universities. You will also benefit from our expertise, formed over many years, which will help you select the right university based upon your choice of major, career goals, preferred location and budget.


Who can apply?
To qualify for the go-study.com scholarship and undergraduate degree programs through go-study.com you must be 17 years of age or older; have successfully completed the equivalent of a US secondary education; have received a diploma or acceptable certification of graduation from secondary school in your home country; be a non-American citizen with principal residence outside the US; have a proficiency level of spoken and written English sufficient to perform acceptably within a university environment ; have demonstrated academic achievement indicative of university success (minimal 2.0 GPA) .


How are universities chosen by go-study.com?
All colleges and universities are carefully chosen by our team of experts for their excellent academic reputations, superb facilities and an average student/faculty ration of just 12:1.


Colleges and Universities: What’s the Difference?
In many countries, a college is an institution of lower ranking to a university, and offers only vocational courses. This is not the case in America. In fact quite the opposite is true, and many of the finest private liberal arts institutions in the land are called colleges. We offer both two-year liberal arts colleges, from which you can progress to top tier institutions to complete your studies, and four-year colleges, offering full bachelor degree programs. Traditionally, only universities offered graduate studies, but today, even this is no longer the case, and many of our College partners also offer graduate programs.


How does go-study.com help me apply to a university?
Over many years, we have developed an unrivalled expertise in the American education system and have formed close links with some of the most highly regarded colleges and Universities in America. Our staff works closely with students, educational agents and partner universities. We have the contacts to get your questions answered, cut through the “red tape” and fast track your paperwork. With our helpful guidance and advice, your application will gain the preferred attention it deserves.