From English testing and financial aid to campus life and cultural fit, this expert guide helps international students and their families navigate the U.S. college admissions process with clarity and confidence. Written by seasoned international counselors, it offers practical insights and guidance tailored to global applicants.

More American students are exploring college options in Canada and the United Kingdom—not just for affordability, but for academic focus, cultural fit, and meaningful opportunity. In this guide, we share what families need to know about applying to UK and Canadian universities—and how our U.S.- and Canada-based team brings specialized cross-border expertise to help students navigate the process with clarity and confidence.

Lantern College Counseling families come from all over the world. Many of our American students are interested in or open to attending college outside the United States. We also frequently work with students from other countries who are looking to come to America for college. In all cases, students considering studying in a country other than their own can anticipate some common challenges and rewards.