<p>a few years ago, a group of chinese students cheated on the standardized tests and leaked the questions online. When the ETS found out, they freaked out and sent warning letters to all universities.</p>
<p>Unfortunately, there has been visible “weariness” towards Chinese students in general ever since… and it will take a while for this feeling to go away. Call it a bad stereotype, but I think you are in a pretty tough situation when the American Universities view the Chinese people as dishonest cheaters. Philosophically at least, you are supposed to attend universities with an intent to improve yourself while remaining ethical. You are supposed to value hard work and learning above getting good grades for good grades sake or achieving for achievement sake.</p>