Open a bank account
First of all open a bank account (find good bank near your university). Open Savings and
Checking account (both accounts are recommended).
Get Health insurance
Health insurance is compulsory for all international students. You can have it from university or private (depending on university). Check
if your health insurance covers eyes, dental... etc.
Apply for credit cards
Apply for Credit cards after coming to USA. Its very important. Don't misuse
them. Try to make good credit history.
Apply to Credit cards Like
- American Express (blue for students)
- Bank of America
*Note: Don't apply to too many credit cards. Most Students get AMEX (American Express) and Credit card from your bank( in which you have savings/checking account).
Get State ID
Get your state ID from Secretary of State office. Always keep this with you . You will get it
within an hour (off course if its not crowded). Don't forget to take all your documents Like Passport and Sevis I-20.
Get driving license
Learn driving properly before you arrive to USA. Get Driving license as soon as possible. Firstly you have to qualify written test if you qualify it you get TIP (Temporary license) with this you can drive with anybody having permanent license.
Its valid for about 6 months (I think I am right). After one month of getting TIP you can appear for driving test.
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