The purpose of this study was to assess the health status and physical health of international students at five American universities. International students in the United States were asked to compare the status of their health before and after coming to the United States. Findings suggested that health status of international students declined after coming to study in the United States. Their physical health declined in most items measured. Additionally, the majority of international students reported increase in their weight after coming to the United States. Finally, this study recommends education-based strategies for the maintenance or improvement of health status and physical health of international students. (Contains 4 tables and 2 figures.)