In the growing globalization in the sector of higher education, every school must have a clearly defined strategy on how to recruit and retain international students. Many times these strategies vary among the regions and countries where the students are from, some students need a more personal approach, whereas others prefer a less engaged process. For some students moving to another country or even continent can be a very stressful experience. International students not only have to face a new academic rigor but also many times a new society and culture. The universities that make international students feel welcome contribute greatly to their academic success. International students who have support from a dedicated service can easily immerse into the local society and adapt rapidly. The universities constantly need to work on new strategies that allow students to adapt to the academic environment and familiarize them with administrative procedures and campus life. Access to a committed service that caters to the needs of international students proves that such an engaging approach leads to satisfactory results in students’ success to adapt to a new school and new community. The article analyses best practices, such as orientation specifically targeted at international students, high-quality students’ services, and a successful university Buddy program. Such approaches prove to facilitate the most effective results. The analysis demonstrates that international students adapt better to academic structures and requirements as a consequence of engagement with the offered services. Such strategies allow international students to make the best of their internationalization experience.