Salman Sayyed's journey from a Mumbai footpath to a Texas college

Reading passion leads to Houston Community College, in Texas for Salman Sayyed, who lived on streets and worked as a tour guide to fund college.

Two Harvard juniors win election with viral campaign rap video

The video racked up 5 million views on Twitter with Democrats Kamala Harris and Cory Booker reaching out to the students.

How to craft a compelling personal statement

In the fifth of her 12-part series, Katherine Ernst Mehta talks about how to write a really compelling essay, which can make help distinguish your application.

How to get the most out of international student services at US universities

As a foreign student you will discover that ISS offices can play a key role in helping you with immigration, visa, orientation, banking and cultural issues.

Growing Chorus of Students Demand Refunds for US College Spring Semester

Many colleges offered partial refunds of room and board, but colleges have held fast to the idea that nobody should get back any of their tuition money.

American students crushed by US college loans escape to India

Loan-strapped American students have opted to leave the US and relocate to countries like India and the Ukraine for a higher standard of living.

US adds 22 new subjects to its list of OPT-eligible programs

A major step in the right direction, this policy change will help attract more international students.

Are you ready for the new Knowledge@Wharton High School Investment Competition?

Registration opens soon for India and other Region 2 countries. Plus, this year, there is a new regional addition — China!

Professors Can Turn Off Your Phones Remotely

South Korean educators adopt the iSmartKeeper app, while US professors use Flipd to stop students from using their smartphones in class.