I have a European debit card and will be going to New York for my higher education. Will there be the option to pay in euros or just US dollars while using a European debit card in the US?
Yes, a European debit card works in the USA for purchases and ATM withdrawals, but all the transactions will be in dollars only. Your bank will do the conversions. There are foreign transaction fees (typically 1-3%) and potentially ATM fees.