COVID-19 Resources: Study in the USA | July 2020
COVID-19 Resources for MPOWER Student Borrowers
eduPASS is partnering with MPOWER to share resources with international students during this unprecedented health and economic crisis. As you continue to plan for your time abroad in the U.S., we hope to be your guide.
Did you know our website has tons of great resources and information in preparation for studying in the U.S.? We recently updated our immigration and visa page, and in case you missed it, heres our May and June shortlists of useful resources.
Keep reading for the latest on COVID-19 and international education.
Immigration/Visa: Will COVID-19 affect my visa status?
- Trump Administration Rescinds International Student Policy: The U.S. government had threatened to ban international students if their university studies went online in the fall due to the pandemic. Due to the large global response, including 18 U.S. states suing over the new ICE restrictions, the Trump administration has rolled back this decision. You can read more here.
- Stay up to date on the most recent changes to immigration regulations for new visa applications in the U.S. and new restrictions for fall online students. To learn more, visit these two links (1) and (2) from our Global Immigration Partners.
Where can I find mental health resources for international students?
We had all hoped life would be returning to normal soon, but that doesnt seem to be the case. So while were still practicing social distancing, be sure to take care of your mental health. Here is a guide from the CDC on coping with stress during COVID-19.
COVID-19 and the MCAT
Has this pandemic inspired you to apply to medical school? Check out this article about the way COVID-19 has changed the MCAT testing this summer.
Can I still apply to scholarships?
Yes! Check out UNIGO for a great list of scholarship opportunities. You can search by country, degree type, major, extracurriculars, and more! Head to their website here, and good luck!
Webinar on COVID-19 and the U.S. Healthcare System for International Students
Our friends at MPOWER hosted another informational webinar for students on healthcare! Click the link to learn how you can make the most of your health insurance plan as an international student. They were joined by Jennifer Frankel who has helped thousands of students over the last 11 years select the best health insurance. You can watch the recording here.
Ways to have fun at home!
- Need a break from the news? How about Some Good News? Watch The Office star John Krasinski deliver happy news from his home to yours.
- Big Harry Potter fan? (Us too!) Check out Harry Potter at Home for quizzes, puzzles, new chapter readings, and more!
- Enjoy podcasts? Try this one on mental health and wellness from The Happiness Lab! They even have bonus coronavirus episodes.