ABSTRACT
The current generation is increasingly aware of their capabilities and aspirations. Thus, they are willing to migrate wherever the best opportunities take them. The number of international students has significantly increased as a result of globalisation and opportunities for cross-border higher education. Students in nations with weak or underfunded educational systems may find that their options for receiving a high-quality education are restricted. In such circumstances, those from less developed or economically deprived areas, in particular, may go beyond their country for greater educational opportunities. Despite these opportunities and empowerment, the international students encounter challenges in their academic experiences. Some students may still face difficulties because of cultural, educational, social, and many other differences between their home countries and education abroad, even though international admissions offices try their best to ensure that international students have the academic competencies required to pursue their studies abroad.
This study explores the academic experiences of 12 Indian students in the USA. The data was collected through in-depth interviews and Google Forms. Findings highlighted the reasons and purposes of their migration, along with their educational finances. Further, it inspected the cultural adaptation and initial expectations they had from the USA and its quality of education. This study is also aimed at examining the support system they rely on while adapting to the new habitat and culture.
