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Our Signature Schools

In collaboration with top-ranked universities, Shorelight provides international students with a supportive and personalized journey—from admissions help all the way through their arrival on campus

#97 U.S. News Ranking
Florida International University
Florida International University
Starting Tuition: $21,012
Miami, Florida / Diverse international city / South
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6.3% international students
#84 U.S. News Ranking
University of Illinois at Chicago
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Starting Tuition: $31,996
Chicago, Illinois / Diverse international city / Midwest
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5% international students
#88 U.S. News Ranking
American University
American University
Starting Tuition: $59,016
Washington, DC / Diverse international city / Northeast
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13% international students
#151 U.S. News Ranking
University of Utah
University of Utah
Starting Tuition: $33,670
Salt Lake City, Utah / Large, western city / West
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4.5% international students
#143 U.S. News Ranking
University of Dayton
University of Dayton
Starting Tuition: $52,310
Dayton, Ohio / Mid-size midwestern city / Midwest
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10% international students
Leadership and Career Academy Miami
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Starting Tuition: $4,500
Miami, Florida / Diverse international city / South
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70% Hispanic or Latino origin
College Readiness Academy Boston
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Starting Tuition: $4,500
Boston, Massachusetts / Northeast coastal city / Northeast
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30% of foreign origin
University of Illinois Springfield
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Starting Tuition: $19,996
Springfield, Illinois / Mid-sized city, capital of Illinois / Midwest
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16.4% international students
#213 U.S. News Ranking
University of Massachusetts Boston
University of Massachusetts Boston
Starting Tuition: $38,620
Boston, Massachusetts / Northeast coastal city / Northeast
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10.7% international students
Auburn University at Montgomery
Auburn University at Montgomery
Starting Tuition: $20,400
Montgomery, Alabama / Historic capital city / South
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4.9% international students
#222 U.S. News Ranking
University of Wyoming
University of Wyoming
Starting Tuition: $22,020
Laramie, Wyoming / Historic Western Town / West
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4.3% international students
#127 U.S. News Ranking
University of South Carolina
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Starting Tuition: $37,292
Columbia, South Carolina / Mid-size southern city / South
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5.2% international students
#192 U.S. News Ranking
University of Nevada Reno
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Starting Tuition: $27,288
Reno, Nevada / Biggest Little City in the World / West
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3% international students
#69 U.S. News Ranking
Tulane University
Tulane University
Starting Tuition: $34,610
New Orleans, Louisiana / 3 campus locations in New Orleans / South
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11% international students
#151 U.S. News Ranking
Seattle University
Seattle University
Starting Tuition: $55,620
Seattle, Washington / Cutting-edge, metropolitan city / West
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12% international students
#169 U.S. News Ranking
Louisiana State University
Louisiana State University
Starting Tuition: $25,200
Baton Rouge, Louisiana / Southern coastal city / South
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1.9% international students
#102 U.S. News Ranking
Gonzaga University
Gonzaga University
Starting Tuition: $56,140
Spokane, Washington / Pacific Northwest mid-sized city / West
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4% international students
#102 U.S. News Ranking
Auburn University
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Starting Tuition: $38,314
Auburn, Alabama / Quaint southern town / South
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4.9% international students
#88 U.S. News Ranking
American Collegiate DC
American Collegiate DC
Starting Tuition: $61,378
Washington, DC / Diverse international city / Northeast
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13% international students
#198 U.S. News Ranking
Adelphi University
Adelphi University
Starting Tuition: $49,252
Garden City, New York / Quaint town near NYC / Northeast
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18.4% international students
University of Texas at San Antonio
University of Texas at San Antonio
Starting Tuition: $18,692
San Antonio, Texas / Vibrant Southern City / South
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3% international students
American Collegiate LA
American Collegiate LA
Starting Tuition: $42,000
Los Angeles, California / Diverse international city / West
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Heriot-Watt University UK
Heriot-Watt University UK
Starting Tuition: $19,456
Scotland, United Kingdom / Vibrant city / Non US
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3,536 international students
Missouri University of Science and Technology
Missouri University of Science and Technology
Starting Tuition: $18,516
Rolla, Missouri / City on Historic Route 66 / Midwest
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10% international students
Heriot-Watt University Malaysia
Heriot-Watt University Malaysia
Starting Tuition: $8,200
Putrajaya, Malaysia / Modern metropolitan city / Non US
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15% international students
Heriot-Watt University Dubai
Heriot-Watt University Dubai
Starting Tuition: $21,355
Dubai, UAE / Cosmopolitan city / Non US
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125 nationalities
American Collegiate Live
American Collegiate Live
Starting Tuition: $7,000
Digital Learning / / Virtual
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Ming-Hao "Howard"Taiwan

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Shorelight FAQs

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    How do international students choose a US college?

    When choosing the ideal US university or college to study, consider your interests and goals. Your dedicated Shorelight advisor works closely with you and helps you research universities and programs that will help you grow and thrive as you work toward your dream school and/or academic plan.

    Programs at Shorelight universities are designed especially for international students. Your advisor will help you choose universities that offer opportunities to conduct research with the support of expert professors, connect with industry professionals in the US, and gain real-world working experience.

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    How does Shorelight support international students?

    Shorelight offers dedicated support to international students in the US by providing services including:

    • Choosing the right program and major for your goals

    • Obtaining your F-1 student visa

    • Support for improving your English skills

    • Transitioning to US campus life

    • Exploring your career paths and opportunities to grow professionally

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    How does Shorelight help with college applications?

    Your personal enrollment advisor supports you through every step of the application process. They will help you research university options, select your degree major, decide which English and standardized tests you need to take, help you prepare an application checklist, and more.

    You can also work together and explore your options for financial aid and review your application. They will also help you finalize your enrollment, and advise you on the required information and documentation you need.

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    How does Shorelight help international students with their career development?

    Shorelight expert counselors provide career development for international students in the US. Through programs such as the Career Accelerator, international students can receive personalized support to work toward long-term career goals.

    With Shorelight, access career development international services such as:

    • Dedicated counselors—Receive one-on-one guidance and work with your counselor to develop your own career action plan, get help in finding jobs for international students, and practice your public speaking.

    • Career workshops—Career Accelerator workshops are structured specifically for students preparing to start their careers, covering topics such as creating LinkedIn profiles, preparing for interviews, and more.

    • Work permit supportLand a major internship at top companies and receive assistance when applying for OPT and CPT work in the US.

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    What other services does Shorelight offer?

    Shorelight offers a range of services designed for international students, including:

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