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3 Major Benefits of Study Abroad for Generation Z
Follow me on Pinterest As an ambitious college student inching closer each year towards real “adulthood”, there’s no doubt you are probably looking for ways to set yourself apart, likely harder than ever. In an ever-evolving world that seems to have a new goalpost each day for what it means to be “qualified” to succeed, it is highly advised that you think of many different routes to distinguish and market your experience. This is where study abroad comes in. While students across the globe have been “studying abroad” for nearly 100 years, the popularity of gaining degree credits or full degrees in a foreign educational market has exploded since…
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Are Study Abroad Programs Hard To Get Into? Learn how to increase your admissions prospects now!
Follow me on Pinterest As a high school, college, or graduate student thinking about study abroad, there are so many factors to consider when beginning your search. Among them, the question of competitiveness always arises. So let’s explore: Are study abroad programs really that hard to get into? In order to understand the difficulty level of entry into a study abroad program, we must begin by clarifying what a study abroad program is and the common types of programs available. What is Study Abroad? Study abroad in its textbook form is a defined period of time where a current high school or collegiate student completes academic courses (credited or non-credited)…
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Are Study Abroad Classes Easier? It Depends on your definition of “easy”!
Follow me on Pinterest Embarking on the path to study abroad can be exciting and full of thrills. The thought of traveling to a new land, experiencing a different culture, potentially learning a new language, and mingling with the locals is enough to probably make you want to start packing your bags right now, right? Then you remember one key thing: Once I get there, I actually HAVE TO STUDY. Trust me, I was the same. The first time I studied abroad, I was caught up in the glamour part of it all, overwhelmed with the veil of the misconception that the ‘abroad’ part weighed more than the…
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Will Study Abroad Happen in 2021?: An Optimist’s Perspective
Follow me on Pinterest 11/24/2020 Update: I personally still feel confident that study abroad will happen at least on a limited basis in Spring 2021. While there is still uncertainty about how vaccines will be issued and who will receive them first (highly doubtful healthy 20-somethings will be at the top of the list!), the circulation of meds to help ease the spread of the virus is likely to aid providing confidence to presume some basic activities. Stay tuned. __________________________________________ Since the start of the pandemic, those of us who work as study abroad advisors have all received the same questions from students: Will Study Abroad 2021 Happen? And if…
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Five Study Abroad Locations Off The Beaten Path
Follow me on Pinterest As you focus on your creating your study abroad adventure, location is a big part of the ultimate decision, and trust me, I know it’s a personal one. While there are many opportunities in traditional locations like the UK, France, Canada, and the Major City United States, it is important to remember that there’s a ‘Whole Big Wide Open World’ out there where you can have a memorable and unique study abroad experience. Here are five locations worth considering as you think about where to study abroad: Switzerland Home to one of my favorite cities of all time, Lucerne (the living snow globe during…
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4 Tips for Finding a College Internship or Part-Time Job You Really Want
Follow me on Pinterest Job hunting is one of those strange necessary evils that often feels like a mountain to climb. While there is definitely much more pressure once you’re out of college and looking to begin your career, college students searching for ways to build their resume may also find themselves stressed in this process. For most college students (undergraduate or graduate), the job hunt most likely includes searching for internships, apprenticeships, or part-time roles to help supplement their other funding. Competition has never been greater for unpaid and paid opportunities alike, especially as virtual work options grow and economics continue to shift towards a ‘buyers’ market. This…
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8 Must-Have Apps for Your Study Abroad Semester Away
Follow me on Pinterest In this day and age, no matter what you need – ‘there’s an app for that!’. For busy study abroaders who are focusing on acing the next exam as well as life itself, apps are a godsend helping you save time, money, and energy on all of the key essentials from food shopping, school supplies, and even study break advice. Here are my 8 favorite apps all study abroad students should be using in 2020: For Studying & Scoring Higher… 1. StudyBlue Offering everything from flashcards to study guides, notes, and other educational guides, StudyBlue provides practical learning tools for students, getting you away from…
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