Hey! I’ve been thinking about doing my undergrad in the US and I’m super excited, but I also wonder what kind of challenges Indian students usually face there? Would love to know what to expect—good and bad!m
Yeah, totally get where you’re coming from. I moved here last fall, and honestly, the first month was the toughest. The culture shift hit me a bit—everyone’s super independent, and at first, I felt a little out of place. But it gets better fast once you start talking to people in class or joining clubs. Don’t worry too much, the Indian community is huge on most campuses and super supportive!
Same here! One thing I’d add is the food situation. I really missed home food in the beginning. Meal plans can be a hit or miss, and cooking felt like a whole new skill to learn. But now it’s kind of fun—me and my roommates do weekend cooking sessions with Bollywood songs blasting, and it honestly feels like home. Plus, there are Indian grocery stores around most cities.