Are you a Bangladeshi student interested in studying abroad, but finances are holding you back? Studying abroad might seem like a fantasy, but there are resources out there to make it a reality. We…
Many international students get confused about shopping for health insurance abroad. Don’t worry! We’re here to help. The American health care system differs from other countries around the world. Let’s break down the basics…
New data technologies, like artificial intelligence and machine learning, are spurring demand for tech-savvy professionals in the workplace. For this reason, it’s no surprise computer science and information technology – two separate and related…
Making the move to Canada for school is a major step – especially if you’re an international student. Aside from your school and studying, you’ll need to learn about this new country, including its…
If you’re contemplating refinancing your international education loan for more favorable terms, your current loan servicer will require a “payoff statement” – also referred to as a “payoff quote,” “payoff letter,” “settlement letter” as…
Are you dreaming of studying in the U.S. or Canada and looking at funding options? If you’re considering applying for a student loan through MPOWER Financing, you can use the MPOWER student loan prequalification…
Getting into medical school in the U.S. is a big accomplishment, but acceptance is only the first hurdle – you’ll also need to figure out how to cover costs. According to the Association of…
Before you can take out a study abroad education loan, you’ll need to meet a lender’s borrowing requirements. Some lenders ask international students to put up collateral (something of value as a form of…
The number of African students studying in the U.S. has increased over the past couple of decades, meaning more students from Africa are searching for funding sources, including scholarships, to pay for college. According…
Universities in the United States are known for their cutting-edge laboratories and facilities, sprawling campuses and academic excellence. As a result, studying in the U.S. is a common goal for many international students. In…
Paying back student loans can be overwhelming, especially if you’re an international student having to send payments to a lender overseas. Along with your student loan payments, you may be dealing with international banking…
The cost of attending college in the U.S. is especially high for international students, ranging anywhere from US$32,000 to US$60,000 per year. Since international students don’t qualify for in-state tuition rates or federal financial…
You may have heard that refinancing your college loan as an international student might be a good idea, but you may not know what refinancing a student loan means and whether it’s right for…
One of the ways you can finance your education in the United States as an international student is to apply for a student loan. While federal financial aid from the U.S. Department of Education…
Are you interested in reducing your monthly student loan payments? Refinancing your student loan might be a good option for you, depending on your repayment goals, but it’s important to do thorough research. How…
As an international student preparing for study abroad in the U.S. or another country, you may have to get a loan to fund your college education. When shopping for student loans, you’ll have the…
Women have long been underrepresented in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) fields. To combat this inequity, a variety of organizations now offer STEM scholarships for women who want to study and launch their…
Whether you’re coming to the United States for a single semester or the entirety of your college program, studying in the USA can be an incredible experience. Having a plan for what to do…
For international students, repaying their student loans is an inevitable step in their educational journey. One repayment option that might lessen the financial burden is refinancing. Refinancing a student loan may provide students access…
After you’ve graduated with your college degree, you might be looking for a way to make student loan repayment easier and save money on your loans. Refinancing your student loans can make your debt…
Studying in the United States can be an exciting and enriching experience. Before you can start taking classes, you’ll need to come up with a financial plan. Many students use a variety of funding…
Before you can start your education in the United States, you’ll need to obtain a U.S. student visa. Your visa allows you to live and study in the U.S. throughout the duration of your…
Before beginning study in the U.S. or Canada, you must complete a few immigration-related tasks as an international student. Each host country has its own immigration process, and the steps you must follow might…
An F-1 student visa lets you study in the U.S., but getting an F-1 visa can be a long, competitive process. U.S. Department of State data revealed that in 2022 it received 631,807 F-1…
Refinancing student loans has a number of appealing benefits, including lowering your interest rate and reducing the amount of interest you pay on your education debt. However, it can be difficult to qualify for…
If you borrowed student loans to attend college in the United States, you might be stuck with expensive interest rates and high monthly payments. Fortunately, there is a way to reduce your rates and…
Women in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields continue to be underrepresented, even in the 21st century. In an effort to address this problem, there are a number of organizations offering scholarships for…
If you’re an undocumented or DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals) student, you might be trying to figure out how to cover the costs of college. While educational costs can be daunting, you may…
Although earning your Master of Business Administration (MBA) can lead to lucrative career opportunities, you’ll first need to figure out a way to pay for your degree. The average cost of an MBA program…
International students in the U.S. will need an I-20 to begin the immigration process. Find out what it is and how to get one.
Leaving your home country to study in the U.S. is a massive commitment. On top of adjusting to a new culture and surroundings as an international student, you must also ensure that you can…
You’ve likely heard that filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is a crucial first step to qualifying for financial aid, but what if you’re an international student? Federal aid, including…
Paying for a U.S. education can be expensive. This is why many domestic and international students seek financial help for their higher education costs. This kind of help is called financial aid. As you…
Studying at a U.S. college or university can be an amazing and fulfilling experience. However, it can also be a costly one. One common source of funding that international students rely on is an…
Nearly 82% of households have bank accounts in the U.S., according to the FDIC. If you’re planning to study in the U.S. as an international student, it’s a good idea to look into opening…
As an Indian student looking to earn your degree in the United States, you might be wondering if you have enough money to fund your education abroad. Maybe you have some of your own…
This is the final piece in a 4-part series about how Indians can better position themselves to interview and secure employment at an American firm. To read about how to interview at an American…
This is the third piece in a 4-part series about how Indians can better position themselves to interview and secure employment at an American firm. To read about how to format your resume for…
This is the second piece in a 4-part series about how Indians can better position themselves to earn an interview and secure employment at an American firm. To read about why Indians love working…
This is the first piece in a 4-part series about how Indians can better position themselves to earn an interview and secure employment at an American firm American firms are increasingly hiring in India….
Each year, more than a million international students come to the U.S. to pursue a college education. According to SEVP, in 2021 international students in the U.S. came from 225 countries and pursued over…
Students from all over the world come to the United States to study. In fact, the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs and the Institute of International Education reported that…
A visa will be needed to begin your studies abroad, but what happens when you face an approval delay? We have some information to help you out.
Applying for college in the United States involves a lot of moving parts. Not only do you have to keep track of enrollment and visa deadlines, but you may also need to take out…
If your child is planning on studying in the U.S. (or in Canada), they might be searching for international student loans to cover their cost of attendance. Navigating the borrowing process can be confusing,…
The cost of college can be expensive. But factors like public versus private schools, student loans, scholarships, and grants make it more accessible.
American colleges are not just for American students. Like students from the U.S. who study abroad, students from all across the world come to the United States for an education. And the cost isn’t…
From safety and flexibility to building credit, learn more about why opening a U.S. bank account while you’re studying abroad is beneficial for international students.
Finding full scholarships to study in the U.S. might seem like the easiest way to fund your way through school, but these are highly competitive, so you should explore partial scholarships as well. There…
Pursuing higher education in the U.S. can be a rewarding experience, but it may come with hefty tuition costs. To cover the costs of your education, you might consider an international student loan. You…
Earning your degree in the United States can be an exciting and fulfilling adventure, but first you’ll need to figure out how to pay for it. If you’re in need of funding, consider borrowing…
If you’re one of the million international students studying in the U.S., you might be worried about how to finance your education. Schools in the USA can be expensive, and international students don’t have…
Whether you plan to study in the U.S. for a single semester or intend to complete your degree in the U.S., be prepared for high tuition fees. The average cost of tuition and fees…
While a college education in the U.S. can open the door to new opportunities, it often comes with a hefty price tag. During the 2021 to 2022 school year, the average annual cost of…
Preparing for international study isn’t just about financing and applications. You also need to make sure you’re ready for life in a whole new country (or continent!). Everyone knows the importance of studying and…
If you received your MPOWER loan offer, also known as a Private Education Loan Approval Disclosure, don’t let it sit without a response. Your loan can’t be funded without you accepting the offer and…
Paying back student loans is challenging, especially if you’re living in the United States and making payments to a bank in another country. By refinancing your international student loans with a U.S.-based lender, you…
While student loans can be a useful tool for paying for college in the United States, they can become a major financial burden after you graduate. If you’re ready to get that monthly student…
Approximately 200,000 students from India pursue higher educational opportunities in the United States. Unfortunately, the high price of American degrees can often be cost-prohibitive to many international students. However, this doesn’t mean that your…
Keeping your visa status while you’re studying in the U.S. isn’t always as simple as it seems. Here’s what you need to do to keep your visa in good standing.
Our lives would be so much simpler if we could snap our fingers and propel ourselves down a dream career path. By getting a higher education, though, we’re halfway there. But for hundreds of…
Applying for a loan can be complicated–but MPOWER is here to make the process as seamless as possible. We’ve recently received a few questions about our no-cosigner, no-collateral student loans. In addition to our…
Your resume is the most important document in your job search process! Here’s how to make it stand out and help you secure an interview.
As an international student, you are likely to have questions about how to apply to study abroad in the U.S. It can be confusing to follow the procedures if you’re not familiar with them….
US & Canada Student Visa and Immigration Updates: September 2020 This month’s resources are all about immigration! If you missed our September newsletter, check out the resources below for all you need to know…
Want to know more about our loans or have any specific questions about your application? Our team regularly hosts information sessions to connect with you and answer queries. Check out the list below for…
The United States has a unique healthcare system that is unlike any other around the world. There is no nationalized or universal healthcare that many international students are used to back home. Instead, the United States relies on individuals to have their own private health insurance plan – otherwise, they will be responsible for paying their medical expenses out of pocket.
We know financial topics can be confusing, with terms and consequences you may not understand. Whether you’re a student or parent, looking for a loan to cover costs now or in a few months, we’re here to help you by clarifying the differences between fixed-rate and variable-rate loans. But we’ll let you decide which option is the best for you!
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