College life is often considered a vibrant and unforgettable experience for adolescents, providing them with a rich environment, the companionship of friends, and diverse academic and co-curricular activities that contribute to personal growth and preparation for adulthood. Despite the excitement, the reality of college life involves numerous…

In the present study, the researcher aims to investigate the impact of school adjustment and study habits on English language achievement among senior secondary students. This study is contrary to expectations; neither school adjustment nor study habits individually demonstrated a significant correlation with English language achievement. However,…

This meta-analysis examines gender differences in acculturative stress among international students. Despite numerous studies on cultural adjustment, inconsistencies persist regarding gender differences in acculturative stress. This study synthesizes findings from 12 empirical studies. Comprehensive searches across databases, including…

The purpose of this study was to explore the effects of academic adjustment and sense of belonging on perceived stress in the context of college students' adaptation to synchronous distance learning (SDL). It is driven by technological advancements and newfound familiarity, resulting from the necessity-driven adoption of SDL during the height of…

International students comprise over 50% of the graduate student population in the life sciences in the US, over 70% of whom are Asian. Research that aims to understand international students' experiences has often treated Asian students as a monolith, discounting significant cultural and historical differences between regions in Asia that may…

To attract and retain international students, institutional support services at Asian universities must add value from the student's perspective. This study aims to explore international students' experiences at Indian higher education institutions and understand their thoughts on how the university's International Student Office (ISO) could best…

Purpose: This research aimed to capture undergraduate students' experiences in the transition from face-to-face (F2F) learning to online learning. This study explored their perceptions regarding the effectiveness of online learning in their academic lives, challenges encountered and suggestions for enhancing online learning in the post-COVID-19…