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The Remarkable Benefits of Study Abroad Series: Part II
Throughout your life, there will be abundant learning experiences that can show you how to be the best version of yourself and offer perspective. I can say that study abroad was one of the most rewarding and life-changing events I’ve ever encountered.
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The Remarkable Benefits of Study Abroad Series: Part I
Whether you plan to spend your time advancing your Italian language skills in Florence, backpacking with an exploration group around Croatia, or attending art school in New York City, adventure is no doubt within your future!
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How to Create a Study Abroad Budget That Works!
Follow me on Pinterest https://youtu.be/ST-s1BEW-kY Nestled between politics and religion, money is one of those topics we all think about, but feel uncomfortable discussing. And with good reason. No matter what your plans are in this life, they will come at a cost, and increasingly by the day, a high one. For study abroad students and their families, this includes considering how to pay for tuition, visa fees, international flights, housing, and living expenses. While it may seem overwhelming, smart budgeting can help ease the worries of this unique exciting experience. Here are 3 tips for creating a study abroad budget that works: 1. Learn all that you can about…
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Are Study Abroad Classes Easier? It Depends on your definition of “easy”!
Follow me on Pinterest https://youtu.be/i55XsJXCa6I 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…
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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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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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