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6) Student Time, Money & Energy Management
Avoiding burnout + isolation
Moving to a new country is lonely. If you only sit in your room and study, your mental health will suffer. Build a 'Support Squad.' Find friends who are also ambitious. Join one 'fun' club that has nothing to do with school. If you feel overwhelmed, talk to someone. US universities have free counseling centers. Using them is a sign of strength, not weakness.
The US is very expensive. As an international student, you are usually limited to working 20 hours a week on campus. You must be careful with your cash.
- Use the Needs vs. Wants rule. Your rent, phone bill, and basic groceries are needed. Eating out every day is a want. Use your
.eduemail address for everything! It gets you cheaper Amazon Prime, Spotify, and even discounts on laptops. - Learn to cook three simple meals. Eating at home can save you $300 to $500 a month. That is money you can use for professional clothes or travel to a career fair.
Free Income: Top tips on how to save money as an international student in the US
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