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Prospective international students should research majors, minors and double majors before studying in Europe.
Chinese students interested in international universities may still have to demonstrate English skills, even if they took the gaokao test.
Latin American universities can offer international students an affordable education and cultural immersion.
International student-athletes can benefit from sports scholarships and friendships with peers.
Prospective international students can use YouTube videos, blogs and forums to learn about universities abroad.
Prospective students should demonstrate that they are ready and prepared to study internationally.