Education and Careers in the United States

By Janet Rangi

In this book I explain the process of making success driven decisions as a new American. After getting here adapting to the culture in the United States can be challenging therefore I offer advice on how to navigate life in the United States. I give information about many careers for immigrants with special emphasis within the health care field. For instance. I discuss in detail how to transition foreign education into the United States if you are a medical doctor, a dentist, a pharmacist, a nurse and hundreds of other occupations. You can make a lot of money sometimes in the millions of dollars. The best way to achieve your dream is by making good decisions. Through this book I share information through my own personal experiences and from those who have lived the immigrant journey in the United States. I sincerely hope that you will enjoy reading this book as much as I enjoyed writing it. Above all, you will find very useful information that will be beneficial to you and your family.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Janet Rangi
• Release date: Nov 1, 2018
• ISBN: 9780463480458

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Education and Careers

in the United States

By JANET RANGI

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Copyright © 2018 JANET RANGI

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This book is dedicated to my late dad for his selfless acts of kindness and humility. I love you dad until the end of times.

To my mom I love you. Thank you for your love and dedication in all your endeavors.

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Rispa: I can imagine how hard she must work to give us all this information while still trying to balance her life. I just met her today, but I can say this is so impressive. She is very selfless really willing to share with everyone about green cards, scholarships, students visa and all that ...keep up Janet. I just love to keep up the good work. You are a true Leader.

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Edna: We got the visitor’s visa in December 2017. Everyone said it was a miracle to have myself, my husband and three children get the 5 year Visa. What I can say is you have to be confident, show them every reason that will bring you back home and give them a smile! Don't be desperate!

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION

WHAT'S THE PRICE TAG FOR A COLLEGE EDUCATION?

Tuition

Fees

Housing and Meals

Books and School Supplies

PERSONAL AND TRANSPORTATION EXPENSES

DON'T GIVE UP ON A COLLEGE BECAUSE OF ITS STICKER PRICE

WHICH COLLEGES ARE THE MOST EXPENSIVE?

WHICH COLLEGES ARE THE LEAST EXPENSIVE?

COMMUNITY COLLEGE VS. UNIVERSITY

Transferring Credits

Academic Quality

Another Big Difference is Research.

Class Size

Cost of Tuition

Flexibility

Student Culture and Campus Life

STUDENT FINANCIAL AID IN UNITED STATES

International Scholarships

Ask Your School

Am I Eligible for a Scholarship?

How Do I Apply?

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT LOANS

Cosigners

Interest

Repayment

HOW TO WORK IN THE U.S. WITH A STUDENTVISA

What to Do First

Employment Opportunities

On-Campus Employment

Off-Campus Employment

Curricular Practical Training (CPT)

Optional Practical Training (OPT)

Stem Opt Extension

DON’T TRY TO GET AROUND THE RULES

TRAVEL VISAS

H1B Visa

The H1B Cap

How to Get H1B Visa

Transferring a H-1N Visa to a Green Card

What is the H1B o Green Card Process?

HOUSING AND ACCOMODATION: WHAT NEW AMERICANS NEED TO KNOW

Buying Vs. Renting

Housing and Utilities

Other Costs

TRANSPORTATION IN THE UNITED STATES

Cost of Transportation In USA

CREDIT IN THE UNITED STATES : WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

The Importance of Good Credit

You can Pay Off Debt Faster

You can Afford Better Housing

You can Land a Better-Paying Job

Your Monthly Bills Will be Lower

You can have a Better Retirement

HOW TO HANDLE AUTHORITIES IN THE UNITED STATES

What to Do if the Police Stop You

TRANSITIONING AS FOREIGN NURSE PROFESSIONAL IN AMERICA

THE NATIONAL COUNCIL LICENSING EXAMINATION – REGISTERED NURSE (NCLEX – RN)

SEEKING AN AMERICAN BASED EMPLOYER OR A RECRUITING AGENCY

REGISTERED NURSE IMMIGRANT GREEN CARD VISA

Visa Interview and Medical Examination

Registered Nurse Job Offer and Employment Medical Exam

Registered Nurse Resuscitation Certification

TRANSITIONING TO AMERICA AS A FOREIGN EDUCATED DENTIST

TRANSITIONING TO AMERICA AS A FOREIGN EDUCATED PHARMACIST

TRANSITIONING TO AMERICA AS A FOREIGN EDUCATED MEDICAL DOCTOR OR SURGEON

TRANSITIONING TO AMERICA AS A FOREIGN EDUCATED PHYSICAL THERAPIST

LEARN MORE ABOUT DIFFERENT OCCUPATIONS AND THEIR REQUIREMENTS

CULTURE SHOCK AND ITS EFFECTS

Introduction

America has long been viewed as the land where dreams can come true. This is according to a survey on immigration conducted by Public Agenda in 2009. America is made up of immigrants and remains the land of opportunity for many around the world. In fact, many people from all over the world dream and desire to move to the United States. Fueled by many desires like adventure, economic, political and religious reasons, this hope has not diminished over the years. This is proved by the fact that immigrants of the past are not different from the immigrants of today. However, studies have shown that recent immigrants also known to some as New Americans are entering the United States with higher education levels compared to previous immigrants. They are all bound by one goal of getting the opportunity to see their dreams fulfilled. America is a representation of every religion and race, and yet, the country is not defined by these things. Rather, the United States is viewed as a beacon of hope and freedom to people all over the world.

My name is Janet Rangi and I was raised in Kenya. I came to the United States in 2003 as a student with 200 dollars in my pocket. I chose to be a VICTOR and not a VICTIM of my circumstances. I am an American citizen by naturalization. I have a Masters’ Degree from the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA). I am a Post graduate Student at the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV). I have found a passion in sharing my experiences as a foreign trained immigrant. I blog and vlog with thousands following my content on social media. I have made a life and a career in the United States and I am part of what some would arguably call the American dream. The desire for economic emancipation and career progression was fulfilled and even perhaps exceeded in this journey.

What started as a desire and a dream has become a reality and in the following few chapters I will try and share snippets based on personal experience as a new American. Hopefully you will learn a thing or two on how to make decisions before and after coming to America. Through the course of the book you will read through the lessons I have learnt, mistakes I have made and wisdom that I have gathered over the years. I do this in the hope that perhaps through my journey you will draw your inspiration to dream and fulfil your inspirations and desires. This book will not only serve as an inspiration for one who wants to come to the United States in pursuit of a better life but for anyone who desires to see their dream