1. When do American universities start in autumn?
1, American universities start school in September. Duration: September, October, November and December.
2. This is the first semester of the year, starting from mid-August/early September, which is usually not called autumn semester. The new school year begins this semester, and most of the grants and grants are provided during this period. In addition, most new members are in this period.
Like most countries, the United States has the largest number of applicants in autumn. During their enrollment, all American universities offer various courses. In addition, in the United States, admission in autumn provides more scholarship funds, and many universities and colleges only enroll students in autumn, so most students who apply for this quarter choose mainly for the above reasons.
If you plan to enroll in the fall semester, it is suggested that you start your college and university candidate list and research from April. Take IELTS/IELTS or other compulsory exams around June. After that, you have to start preparing the corresponding documents.
2. What do American universities need to prepare before they start school in autumn?
(1) clothes and daily necessities.
1, check the local temperature and prepare to bring clothes.
2. Arriving in the United States has four distinct seasons, but there must be a heater indoors in winter, and the room temperature is often kept at around 15℃~20℃, and autumn clothes are most commonly worn. Sanitary clothes are used occasionally, and thick sweaters are rarely used. No matter how cold the weather is, it is enough to wrap a snow coat or a thick coat.
3, underwear, socks, etc. It is most appropriate to change it every two weeks.
When you arrive in America, you may see what other students wear, and then decide how to wear it. So you don't have to go shopping before going abroad, and shopping in America is not fun.
5. You might as well bring one or two sets of traditional (or improved) clothes from China to wear on International Students' Day or the dinner hosted by the school.
6, there are not many opportunities to wear formal dresses, just prepare one or two sets.
7. It is very useful to carry a thin coat with you when boarding and disembarking in America.
8. Bedclothes such as sheets, quilts, wool felt and quilts are recommended to be brought less because of their large size. Because in the United States, you can buy good quality quilts for about $ 20-35. But remind everyone that you can't buy quilts in America. If necessary, bring it from China.
9. Don't bring too much toothpaste, toothbrush, shampoo, shower gel, etc. If you bring more, it will be enough for you to use for a while. You can buy it directly there after use.
(2) Electronic products and school supplies.
1, mobile phone: just get your own mobile phone and set up a local mobile phone card after logging in.
2, notebook computer: If you have your own handy advice, carry it directly. If not, you can buy it after landing, and there will be a discount for holding a student ID card.
3. Recording pen: Students have just arrived in the United States and need some time to adapt. So the recording pen is a good choice. Of course, many students choose to use mobile phones to record, depending on their choice.
4, glasses: American glasses must be certified by a doctor after optometry, and contact lenses also need optometry before they can get a certificate. It is also a bit troublesome and extra money to complete the whole set. So bring 1-2 pairs of glasses. Need contact lenses can also be considered.
5. Backpack: Carry a multi-functional and reliable backpack that can be put into a laptop.
6. Stationery: Pencils, rulers and notebooks commonly used in school are enough. For special majors such as surveying and mapping, it is recommended to pack all the tools.
7. Books: Books are heavy, so you can carry necessary ones, such as dictionaries or professional books. It is recommended to choose e-books or electronic dictionaries as much as possible.
3. What should American universities pay attention to when they start school in autumn?
1. The electronic dictionary is very useful.
Fan, who is currently studying media studies in the United States, said that only when he was abroad did he find that the most useful thing for learning was the electronic dictionary. It is rare to study in the United States without this kind of goods, but this kind of goods is very important for students who have just come to study in the United States. Even if you pass the exam, you will still find it difficult to meet professional English. It is suggested that students studying abroad bring electronic lyrics with relatively complete functions, which are very interested in learning. In addition, if you bring a notebook with brain applications, you should also remember to bring a power adapter that can be used in the United States in case of emergency. If you want to talk about the loneliness after studying abroad, bring some CDs of domestic TV dramas, movies and pop songs to pass the leisure time of studying in the United States.
2. Communication service will be provided later.
After students arrive in the United States, they can sign a two-year network access contract with bestbuv or circuitcitv. Mobile phones are free to use, and the phone bill is about $30 per month. They roam all over the country, unlike China, which charges for roaming across provinces. If you make an international call, you can buy a calling card online, 1 minute/penny or more, and 10 can be used for 2000 minutes for a few dollars; You can also use a pay phone and use coins like auarter.
3. Prepare for foreign exchange as soon as possible.
The date of studying in the United States is getting closer and closer, and many students don't consider buying foreign exchange until a few days before their trip. It is suggested that students studying in the United States should make good preparations for studying abroad to purchase foreign exchange, and it is best to purchase foreign exchange in batches to save money by using the exchange rate difference. For safety reasons, international students travel abroad with as little cash as possible. You can get an international dual-currency card in case of emergency abroad. In addition to opening overseas accounts in advance, you can also take money orders and traveler's checks abroad and convert them directly into cash in the United States. In addition, it is more convenient to prepare more foreign currency change. After getting off the plane, you can take a taxi or have a meal.
4. Learning to cook well benefits a lot.
During studying in the United States, in order to successfully complete their studies, students who have to make ends meet at home must quickly cultivate their independent living ability. Studying in the United States, it is best to bring one or two practical recipes, which will bring unimaginable joy. Cooking is an entertainment item in studying and living in the United States. It is not a sense of accomplishment to cook your favorite dishes according to the recipe. After writing the paper, you can enjoy it both physically and mentally. In this way, studying in a foreign country in the United States can not only taste the taste of hometown, but also save living expenses and make friends with peers quickly. But it's best to buy chopsticks in China, because foreigners use knives and forks and chopsticks are hard to buy.
5. Please confirm the accommodation transfer first.
It is best to arrange accommodation through the school before studying in the United States. If there is no arrangement, you can ask the international student office of the school or the president of the China International Student Association for assistance. When booking air tickets, students should arrive at the school no earlier than 30 days and no later than 30 days according to the school registration date on i-20, otherwise they are not allowed to enter the country. After the date is confirmed, it is necessary to inform the International Student Office or the China Students' Union in time to arrange the pick-up. Before studying in the United States, students are advised to make a copy of their passports for the bottom. If they lose it, they can go to the embassy or consulate to reissue it. Consider opening a safe in a nearby bank to store important documents. If you don't want to go out with your passport, you can go to the local motor.