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How To's, Tips and Articles regarding employment in the USA

• Write an American Style Résumé
• 20 Tips on how to Conduct a Successful Job Interview
• What to Wear to a Job Interview
• Appropriate questions to ask during a job interview
• U.S. Economy
• How to earn money in the U.S. while going to School
• Why are Students Interested in the Work-Study Option
• Seven Reasons to Become a Health Care Manager
• Why English Proficiency is Important
• Tax Information
• Staying legal while participating in CPT
• You may also want to check the FAQ section on workstudy employment in the USA

How To's and Tips regarding USA School Admissions

• School Admission Process
• How to calculate your GPA
• You may also want to check the FAQ section for school admissions

How To's and Tips regarding Living in the USA

• Find Housing in the U.S.
• Driving Rules of the Road in the U.S.
• Tips on Bringing Electronics to the U.S.
• Establish a Power of Attorney
• Personal Safety on Campus
• Tipping Recommendations in the U.S.
• Tips for Students to Carefully Budget for Living Expenses and Fun while in the U.S.
• Cellphone Service Plans in the U.S.
• Health Care Options in the U.S.
• Banking in the U.S.
• Health Shots (immunizations)
• Travel Insurance
• Essential Identification
• Dealing with Allergies while living in the US
• Renting?  Renter Insurance is Recommended
• Questions to Ask your Landlord
• Religion in the United States
• Ways to Connect Back Home
• Traditional Business Hours in the United States
• Places to Meet People on and off Campus

How To's and Tips regarding Visa and USA Regulations

• Travel and U.S. Entry Information
• 5 U.S. Visa Interview Tips
• 11 things you need to know about F-1 Student Visa
• Tax Information
• Staying legal while participating in CPT
• Proving Financial Ability
• What are home ties?
• H1b Visa
• You may also want to check the FAQ section for US visas
• Download Free guide from F1-Visa Advisors

HTIR Staff Articles

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