[音频]Listen and fill in the missing words. All answers are in lower case.“For --(01)-- students, applying to American universities from outside the U.S., the college application process can be difficult and --(02)--. If you start the process early enough, you can make life easier for yourself,” announces Tom Frey of Erindale College. He further states, that by researching the --(03)--and program first, it will best serve your --(04)-- and professional goals. He further offers, that there is the application --(05)-- you must meet for the university of your choice.This process could take 10 to 12 months. You will also need to write a personal --(06)--and request --(07)--from teachers or others who know you well. Contacting former teachers and institutions to provide recommendations and --(08)--should be something you might want to check off your list first, as this could --(09)--the process.Most U.S. colleges and universities require that you take one or more --(10)-- admissions tests in order to get entrance into their programs. School curriculum varies by country, not only in language but also in practice. Many schools accepting students from other countries --(11)--the official status of your school and need to verify the authenticity of documents. This is where credential --(12)-- come in. Your school may require you to submit transcripts to a credential evaluator who will examine your credentials and translate the --(13)--into your host country curriculum for review.As an international student, one thing you need to consider that the U.S. students don’t is the question of --(14)-- visas. Which type of visa you will need to apply.Good luck and hope to see you across the --(15)--!