Welcome from the International Study Center Director

Study in the US at James Madison University

James Madison University ISC Center Director Adam Copeland

"James Madison University is an ideal choice for international students wanting to experience the best of American education and culture in an American university. It has a distinct blend of tradition, history, innovation, and creativity. There is a vibrant community of almost 19,000 students, not to mention the professors and staff.

As an international student, you bring your global experiences to the classroom and give American students at James Madison University a wider window to look out into the world. In return, your time studying in the USA will prepare you in a lot of ways for professional interactions, and for involvement in American business.

Adjusting to an American style college classroom can be a big change for international students because teaching styles are typically very different in other countries. All the staff and teachers at the International Study Center are dedicated to helping prepare you for US degree classes - getting you to be an active participant in discussion, both answering questions and asking questions.

International students face the same hardships that average first-year American college students face: time management, roommate issues, adjusting to the food and study schedule. But for many international students culture shock can also be difficult. The International Study Center will fully support you as you adjust to life at a US university.

Come experience what it's like to Be the Change at James Madison University in USA. I look forward to seeing you on campus!"

Adam Copeland
Director of the International Study Center