第一步：了解各种选择

应该从距你所希望的入学时间的一年半以前开始动手。需要明确：为什么要到美国留学？什么类型的院校最适合你？是否需要助学金？申请截止日期都在什么时候？还要确定经济资助来源，并为参加有关考试——如学业能力倾向测试（Scholastic Aptitude Test）和相关英语能力考试等——作准备。前往离你最近的EducationUSA咨询中心（）寻求帮助。

第二步：准备留学资金

美国各地生活水准不同。留学美国不仅可以是经济能力所及，而且是一种高回报的投资。尽早开始作资金安排。如果你的学习成绩好美国留学咨询美国留学咨询，可以考虑申请外国学生奖学金。同时提交经济资助申请和入学申请。

第三步：完成申请

寄出你的中学成绩单原件或公证复印件以及标准化考试分数。提交由了解你的人写的推荐信解读:【留学美国】EducationUSA咨询中心的留学美国五步曲，如校长、学生顾问、老师或工作单位上司。推荐信应评估你成功完成大学学业的潜力。提交一篇自我介绍短文；这往往是你入学申请中最重要的内容之一。

第四步：申请学生签证

了解针对你的国家的学生签证规定美国留学咨询，确保有充裕的申请时间。申请签证时必须有一份录取信和美国校方寄来的非移民学生身份资格证明。 美国国务院（U.S. Department of State）通过美国使领馆办理签证。有关非美国公民学生签证的更多信息请见：。

第五步：作好出发准备

向设在你的国家内的EducationUSA咨询中心（EducationUSA Advising Center）以及向你将前往就读的美国学校的学生顾问了解情况。这些顾问人员以及从美国留学归来的学生可以帮助你为开始新生活、理解新要求作好准备，也使你能更多了解各种住宿选择以及如何适应学校环境和文化。

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EducationUSA’s 5 Steps to U.S. Study23 June 2014

Step 1: Research Your Options

Start 18 months before your projected enrollment. Why do you want to study in the United States? What type of school suits you best? Will you need financial assistance? What are the application deadlines? Identify sources of financial aid and prepare for tests such as the Scholastic Aptitude Test and an English language proficiency test. Go to your nearest EducationUSA Center () for help.

Step 2: Finance Your Studies

While the cost of living varies by region, studying in the United States can be affordable and yield high returns on your investment. Start your financial planning early. If you have good grades, think about applying for an international student scholarship. Applications for financial aid are submitted along with applications for admission.

Step 3: Complete Your Application

Send an original transcript or certified copy of your academic records from your secondary school, as well as your standardized test scores. Submit recommendation letters from people who know you well: your principal, counselor, teacher or job supervisor. Your recommenders should discuss your potential to do well in college. Include a personal essay; it’s often one of the most important parts of your application.

Step 4: Apply for Your Student Visa

Learn about the student visa requirements in your country and allow time to prepare your application. You need an admission letter and a certificate of eligibility for nonimmigrant student status from a U.S. school before you can apply for a visa. The U.S. Department of State issues visas at U.S. embassies and consulates. Visit for information about student visas for non-U.S. citizens.

Step 5: Prepare for Departure

Consult an EducationUSA Advising Center in your country and the international student adviser at your chosen U.S. school. Advisers and students who have returned from the U.S. can help you prepare for new experiences and challenges. Discuss changes from your home environment, U.S. academic systems and expectations, housing and coping in a new school and culture.

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