Why I Want To Be An International Student

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Coming to the United States to study is one of the huge decision I have ever made in my life. Moreover, I believe that being an International Student made my transitioning and college challenging. Studying, thriving and living all alone without any of my family in the U.S. has been tough most especially financially. However, I would never take the chance of letting my hassles, hurdles, and challenges disrupt my educational and career goals, but on the contrary, it strengthens me.
I am currently enrolled at Houston Community College aspiring to acquire an associate degree in Computer and Information Science. It's my second semester in the U.S., but my first semester at HCC. Therefore, my first semester in the U.S. was fall 2017, I enrolled …show more content…

Above all, the firm will be set to provide enormous opportunities to create internships and affordable academic centers for students regardless of age, education level, major, race, or status. Helping students with financial aids, grants, awards, scholarships and volunteer involvement through my firm will be a huge accomplishment in my life because I wouldn't want a student regardless of status to go through what I went through i.e., financial crisis stopping students from achieving their goals. The establishment will also immensely influence the economic growth of the society by creating jobs, partnering with high-tech companies, transformation in the workforce and latest innovations. Therefore, I believe my total commitment academically and receiving the help needed financially will help in accomplishing my educational and career …show more content…

Eventually, I am the first child in my family, first to attend college and the first to travel abroad. My Parents specialize in trading and it's been difficult for them because they had to sell their properties, and use up their long-term savings for me to study abroad. Therefore, they could only wish for me to be successful, accomplish my goals and cater to the family's need. Moreover, my monthly allowance from my parents is used to pay my housing bills while I cover other expenses by borrowing from friends sometimes. Currently, I can't work off-campus as an F-1 student and can't secure a job on-campus due to limited job availability. Sadly, I had to drop a few classes this semester with the intention to reduce my tuition and total cost of textbooks. However, I am seeking aid to cover my tuition and end the financial crisis that has been challenging my

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