Advices to my friends who will study abroad.

Hello my friend,
I heard you are going to come to the US to learn English. I've been there studying English for five months. Now, I'm attending the ELI at the Hartford University. Therefore, I want to share my opinion about studying in  America with you. It's important that you have some ideas about education and life in the US before coming here. I think you'd better follow my advice because they are extremely crucial experiences.
First of all, you have to make a decision about your major. After that you should choose your city and university because every state has its own rules and living conditions. Also, every university follows different types of education methods and some of them are very expensive, like private universities.
Second, you have to make some preparations before coming here. So, you can check your grammar notes before taking a placement test. It's necessary for everyone to take this exam because it will determine your English level. Meanwhile, you have to enhance your listening skills since you need them. Also, you have to progress your writing ability because every university expects you to write academically. I think you do not have to worry about your speaking talent because to enhance this aspect you should stay here.
Last, you must not forget to bring your documents with you like passport, financial guarantee, I-20 form, and credit card. Hence, you have to check your bank account whether it has enough money or not. You have to take cash with you because some emergency situation can occur. In addition, I must tell you rules about flying and jet lag. You have to be sure you don't bring any food and liquid in your handbag because it's forbidden. Besides, you have to notice the time difference between your country and America. In parallel with, you can feel jet lag. To surpass this bad situation, you have to try to rest and sleep on board. Nevertheless, if you don't care about this advice, you will feel and taste insomnia. Don't forget, it's not good thing. You don't want to feel this.
In brief, I appreciate you for coming here. If you follow my advice, you can overcome every obstacle. Don't forget! You have to study hard and a lot.
Thanks.
Fatih.