How do I convince my parents of letting me go to america for college?
825725
I can see that your parents/family are big influences to you. If you really want to do your schooling out here I think you would have to do some pretty big convincing. I think It may  be best to concentrate on the positives. If you do want to attend school in the entertainment industry it may be best to go to one of the film schools in Los Angeles. I know the University of Southern California has a good one, and there are a few other private schools with good programs. This is where Hollywood is you know. ;-) \n\nI feel you may have a better chance of getting your parents to let you come out here if you tell them that you are going to film school to be a director/producer rather than an actress. It simply sounds more prestegious.  Going in this direction may also benefit you professionally. Dont lie to them and say you dont want to act. Just tell them that you may want to only play small parts in your own movies, and that they can have parts too. Make a joke out of it. You can also let them know that you want to make Filipino movies also. \n\nDo research on the schools before hand, so that you can tell them all the good things about the schools you are planning to go to. A lot of film schools out here are very prestegious. You can find all the information on the schools websites.\nYou can also let them know of the huge filipino (and Asian) population and culture Los Angeles and America has. Or if it helps, and if you want to, say you will live with your uncle and he will watch you. Good luck! Remember ask nicely, be very very persistent, respectful, dont pout and concentrate on all the positives. Ask them like you are a grown woman and have already decided. See ya in Hollywood.!
1154839
Yes, one summer in Mexico, and one summer in Spain for college credit through Texas Tech University, Dept. of Classical and Modern Languages and Literatures.\n\nHowever, if you are not interested in college credit, I will tell you some good things to look for.  Make sure you get a program that does home stay.  Make sure that they guarantee that nobody in the household speaks English.  I had a friend who ended up spending a summer tutoring the family's kids in English which would have been fine if they hadn't been charging him room and board to help him with his Spanish.  If they put you in a dorm with a bunch of other foreigners, then you will only speak English with your classmates.  Make sure that you know if meals, sheets, and laundry are included.  Two meals a day and laundry are pretty standard, but you want to make sure.  Also make sure that is a limit on how many students stay in the house.  You don't want to stay in a house with six English speakers.  Two is the usual max, but if you feel confident, being the only student is better, although that is hard to find. \n\nLook for schools that are a little off the beaten path.  If you go to a language school at a beach resort, everyone speaks English, and again you won't get as much out of it. \n\nThe more you know before you go, the more you will learn while you are there.  My college required that we have at least four semesters before we went and I came back fluent after five weeks.  I had a friend who went for an entire summer without having taken a class beforehand and came back only knowing how to say, "Good evening, I would like a glass of red wine."\n\nAlso the longer you stay the better.  Anything less than two weeks is a waste of time. \n\nGood luck.
136237
If you can get the scholarships and money to do it, and you are of legal adult age, your parents have no recourse.  If you go against their will without changing their minds, though, don't be surprised if they are unwilling to help if things go wrong (though I would never be that way with my kids, some parents are).
587616
hey, like you i also want to get a scholarship in US or in Europe but i really have no idea on how to get one. :-(
918580
Well for starters you should have asked permission if you wanted permission. If you already live on your own, then they can't stop you, but there will be hard feelings on their part. If they decide to be upset, they may cancel your college tuition payments. Much better to talk to them about how much this trip means to you, and get your aunt and uncle involved regarding the accommodations. Try to put yourself in your parents' shoes--their 'baby' going so far away...\n\nGood luck!
827405
First off, are your parents living in the dark ages...\nGo and do what you want [Not what they want] go see your boyfriend and his family..\nTell your mom in a nice way NO I am going to visit with my boyfriend and his family and that is final. \nYou are 20, you tell them what your plans are and go for it..They have no hold on you anymore...\nSome parents just don't want to let go, but now is a good time to stand up for yourself....
1079541
well first off, as a college grad myself, make sure they are comfortable with the school and not miserable do all the research about the school, first policies and police/security protection. is the school reputable and how do they handle situations as they arise, medical and such. then ask yourself are you comfortable with your child leaving some parents arent ready themselves. \nand the number one thing to remember is trust your child but from a distance dont be up there a$$ 24/7 when they need you and "boy will they need you at one point" let them call you. its ok to let them go, really its there turn to make the mistakes and taste life. you smell trouble jump in.
438921
♡I would definitely rather stay in America♡, but an education is important, so stay in school and get a good education. You can always come back to America for holidays...♡
892262
FIRST OF ALL I HOPE YOU ARE A RESPECTABLE AND RESPONSIBLE 21 YEAR OLD !!!\n\nHAVE AN IN DEPT TALK WITH YOUR PARENTS; COVER THE TOPIC OF TRUST !!!\n\nSHOW THEM AND TELL THEM THEY CAN FULLY TRUST YOU !!!\n\nBUT DON'T EVER FAIL THEM OR YOU'VE RUINED IT FOREVER !!!\n\nGOOD LUCK TO YOU !!!
152467
eduPASS looks like it has everything you need: choosing a school, getting money, travel, visas, everything!  The second link is just for financial aid.\nBest of luck to you!\n\neduPASS: The SmartStudent Guide to Studying in the USA \nAn information guide for international students in the US, including admissions, financing, visas, scholarships, and English as a second language.\nhttp://www.edupass.org/ \n\nInformation - Study in the US - International Student Financial Aid. Resources in Your Country. Guides to Study in the US ... Obtaining a Student Visa · Paying for School: Financial Aid · Working Through School ...\nhttp://www.foreignborn.com/study_in_us/14-addtl_info.htm
781598
Why u want to go to a bording school ?\nNo where u will get the freedom that ur parents provide in ur home ?\nSo try to stay near to ur home with ur parents.
281753
hi :\ninternational students can get full american universities scholarships according to requirements of each university\nso in order to get an scholarship u should pursue the following steps:\n\n1-check the university rankings (in ur field of study) through diffrent websites\n\n2-check the associated university websites for conditions \nto apply for phd program\n\n3-fill the application form and prepare other requirments (which may include TOEFL & GRE ) and dont limit urself to\none university only apply for as many as u can offer the registartion fee (namely 100 $ ).\n\n4-all other steps including getting american visa should be conducted after the university's approval.\n\n\ngood luck
366496
Surly there are tons of schools accepting students from all over, however, there are restrictions.\n\nFor example, you need to have a bank statement indicating that you can afford to live in the US for a year.  Which will have to include your tuition, books, living expenses and etc.  The amt is different depending on school.  \n\nSince you mentioned that you cannot afford the expensive tuition, you need a sponsor.  Are your grades good enough to apply for scholarship in China?  If not, you need an American family/company who's willing to sponsor you.\n\nOtherwise, I am not sure how you can come here.\n\nI hope that this is helpful to you.
474336
First of all - this is not a crying matter.\nIt is a matter to think about.\nIf your own country cannot provide the type of course you wish to go in for, then you need another country.\nIf you dont have money then work in your own country first and earn the money.\nIt is not easy to get scholarship.  Even if you do, you need \nmore money for your upkeep.
30189
Yuo should go the college yoiur interested in, and if they accept you they'll fill out an INS form, it's called a petition, so youi can go to a U.S. Consulate outside the U.S. and pay 100 bucks per year, with a valid passport and take all your social economics papers and they'll give yoiu a visa if you qualify...
19981
My guess is that you will need to go through some pretty rigorous questioning before be allowed into America for any reason. I certainly wish you the best of luck and hope you can get here without too much trouble
991028
Travel to Mexico, Jump the border into the United States illegally and try to get caught. Once caught, tell the authorities that you are a citizen of Holland. The US will fly you there and probably pay for your college and maybe even your children's and grand children's college too. It's worth a shot.