1. Determine the country of study and participate in relevant foreign language training. Candidates studying in English-speaking countries should take language test counseling such as TOEFL and IELTS, and candidates who want to apply for prestigious schools should also take relevant academic ability tests such as SAT and ACT. Countries learning minority languages should participate in minority language training as soon as possible.

2. Learn about the school information through various channels and fill in the application form. High school students studying abroad decide whether to attend public or private schools according to their personal economic situation. Schools can also be determined according to the distribution of urban resources. For example, students majoring in business may tend to choose universities in big cities, while students majoring in film and television media may choose areas with more developed media industries and consider many factors such as employment.

3. According to the requirements of the school, prepare all the grades that need to be provided. Including language scores, such as TOEFL and IELTS; Candidates applying for undergraduate courses should attach transcripts and notarial certificates of their achievements in Chinese and English high schools. The report card should have information such as course name, credits and grades. Candidates who just have the idea of studying abroad must pay attention to their GPA, because GPA is an important index to evaluate American university applicants and an important competitiveness to successfully apply for American universities. Domestic students do not pay attention to the average score, and they are often affected when applying for schools.

4. Prepare study abroad documents. Including letters of recommendation, personal statements, resumes and other related materials. Studying in the United States usually requires 2-3 letters of recommendation, which should be written by different teachers. The recommendation letter should explain the basic situation and achievements of the recommended person, including extracurricular activities and abilities. A strong recommendation letter is of great help to the application. Personal statements are especially important for schools to know more about candidates and get scholarships.

5. Prepare the visa. Visa requirements vary from country to country, such as a visa to the United States. During the interview, candidates should explain the purpose of studying in the United States and explain the necessity of studying abroad through a true and clear study plan. Candidates should also explain the source of funds for studying abroad, and the proof of funds they carry should be complete and effective.

6. Be prepared for food, clothing, housing and transportation. Some universities stipulate that all freshmen live on campus, while others are free to choose. If you plan to live on campus, candidates should submit an application form for accommodation as soon as possible in case there are no beds. Some schools require a deposit in advance to ensure that dormitory rooms are reserved, which is usually stated in the notice. It is very important to read the notice carefully.