“In 2006 to 2007, according to data compiled by the Institute of International Education, 582,984 students from around the world were enrolled in American colleges and universities in a wide range of fields” (Carter, paragraph 2, 2008). The United States has more students coming to study abroad than any other country. Every year, the number of international students coming to the United States to earn a degree increases by thousands, and the countries of origin of these students are primarily India, China, and Korea, all located on a completely different continent. But what are the motivations of students who cross the sea to study? Their goal of studying abroad is to experience diversity and adapt attitudes and perspectives useful for understanding a new culture. It may seem nice to go to a different continent, and feel and see new things; however, students find that reaching their goal is an overwhelming process. Due to the distinct cultural differences between continents, most international students face communication issues, academic and financial pressure, and cultural adjustment while studying abroad. Although international students score high on the TOEFL and other English placement tests required for admission to American colleges and universities, students experience communication problems academically and socially (Jang, Paragraph 2, 2005). Since English is their second language, they have to spend more time and effort to understand classroom lessons, instructions and read textbooks. While native English students need to focus only on their majors, international students need to study both English and their majors simultaneously. Also, Lin and Yi say that this… half of the paper… this depends a lot on your skills and how you handle things” (Kyle, Paragraph 1, 2009). Works Cited Carter, John. “The Melting Pot Continues: International Students in America.” View of the college. February 22, 2010.Jang, Soojin. “International Student Issues.” 2005. February 22, 2010. Kyle, Daren. “Studying abroad: is it worth the time, effort and money?” ArticleSphere. 2009. February 22, 2010. Lin, Jun-Chih Gisela and Yi, Jenny K. “Asian International Student Adjustment: Suggestions for Issues and Programs.” University student diary vol. 31(1997): p473. Elite academic research. Web22 Feb. 2010