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AIFS Abroad takes your safety and well-being very seriously. That’s why we have a number of policies and procedures in place to minimize risk to our students. Information and resources are shared with you before and during the program and highlight that safety is a shared responsibility between AIFS and students. So whether you’re considering a study abroad program with AIFS or are already enrolled, rest assured that your safety is always our top priority.  Here are four of the many ways AIFS prioritizes student health and safety abroad:  1. On-site staff  All AIFS programs have professional, full-time Resident Directors…

Arvind Kejriwal advised students from Delhi’s government schools to “work for the country” and not study abroad. Presumably, the Delhi CM would advise all young Indians to do the same. He would be wrong, for multiple reasons. People, young or old, students or professionals or the wealthy, leave their country usually to take advantage of opportunities either not available or not sufficiently available in their own country. Migrating or studying abroad is not costless – that many undertake this journey obviously means in their perception the cost-benefit analysis works out. So, politicians, if they are worried about good students leaving…

Last Updated on May 2, 2022 by AIFS Abroad We are thrilled to announce that AIFS Abroad is a finalist for the 2022 GoAbroad Innovation Awards! AIFS is honored to be a top 5 finalist for the Innovation in Diversity Award.   The Innovation in Diversity Award recognizes efforts to expand international educational opportunities to traditionally underrepresented groups. Last year, we launched the AIFS Plan of Action for Access, Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity (AIDE). This multifaceted plan focuses on six key areas of the study abroad experience: Communications, Policies, Processes, Programs, Resources, and Staff and Training. Each theme has corresponding goals…

December 22, 2022Eric Stephen Desautel, 30, beloved son of Elizabeth (Demetriou) and Robert Costello of Sumter, SC, passed away December 12, 2022, in Cape Coral, FL. He was born August 14, 1992, in Sumter, SC, where he resided before moving to Cape Coral FL in 2019.Eric was a 2010 honors graduate of Sumter High School where he was a member of the tennis team. He graduated from the University of South Carolina Darla Moore School of Business in 2014 with bachelor’s degrees in finance and real Estate. A highlight of his college years was spending a semester studying abroad in…

Many college students choose to spend their school breaks resting or visiting family and friends. But did you know that you can study abroad during winter break? January Term programs — also known as J-Term, winter session, intersession or winter term programs —are a great way to see the world, learn about a new culture, and dip your toes into the study abroad experience.   Here are 5 reasons to study abroad during winter break:  #1: Get a taste of life abroad. One of the best things about studying abroad during winter break? You can get a taste of the study…

INDIA The Bar Council of India’s decision in March 2023 to allow firms to practise foreign law in India has come at an opportune time, creating the possibility for closer links between the Indian legal sector and its counterparts across the globe.The economic benefits for firms and lawyers will be substantial, with Indian lawyers gaining increased international exposure and foreign lawyers gaining access to one of the largest legal markets in the world for the first time. But there is another group who will benefit hugely: Indian law students.Historically, there has been no shortage of Indian students heading overseas for…

Last Updated on May 5, 2022 by AIFS Abroad If you’re looking for an unforgettable experience abroad, spending a semester in Ireland’s capital city is a great choice. When you study abroad in Dublin, you have the opportunity to explore a truly stunning country while also gaining valuable academic and cultural experiences.  Here’s what it’s like to study abroad in Dublin with AIFS during the fall or spring semester:  Academics in Dublin  Students studying abroad during the fall or spring semester can choose from two dynamic program options: the International Program and the Study + Internship Program.   Both programs offer…

The number of individuals considering studying abroad has grown as a result of globalisation, internationalisation, and societal mobility. According to studies, there were 800,000 foreign students studying and living abroad in 1975. By 2015, that number had increased to 4.6 million, and by 2025, it is expected to reach 7.2 million. It is hardly surprising that India, the most populous developing nation, exports so many students to study abroad. India sends more students abroad than the combined total from the United States and Europe. In fact, when it comes to sending students overseas for academic study, India has already surpassed…

You probably already know that Ireland’s lush green hills and dramatic seaside cliffs make the country a popular tourist destination. But what makes interning or studying abroad in Dublin an experience you can’t miss? With its world-class universities, friendly locals, and endless entertainment, Dublin has something for everyone. Plus, as the economic and cultural center of Ireland, this capital city is an ideal place to learn about Irish culture and history.   Let’s go over the top reasons why you’ll love studying abroad in Dublin:  1. Immerse yourself in another culture without (too much) of a language barrier.  Although there are…

From July 1 onwards, the Australian Government will provide 3000 work visas for Indian students without any sponsorship for eight years. This is under the Mobility Arrangement for Talented Early-professionals Scheme. Professionals from the fields of STEM including Engineering, IT and Communication Technology, AI, Fintech, renewable energy, and mining are primarily eligible under this scheme.  This scheme is a temporary visa programme by Australia to attract more young and skilled workers from India – and offers a quicker mobility pathway to early career professionals to live in Australia. Furthermore, the Australian Government also hopes to retain Indian Students studying in…