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According to U.S. federal government data, in the 2021-22 school year, 188,753 U.S. students studied in other countries. For many college students, immersing themselves in another country’s fashion, cuisine, language, and education system is one of their top checklist items for their college experience. But as great of an experience as studying abroad can be, for some students, it may be a costly one. While financial aid — including federal financial aid — can, in some cases, support students in their quest to study abroad, students must figure out how to fund their flights, meals, and other expenses regardless. Depending…

Studying abroad also offers students a head start on their resumes before graduation. Through internships, research projects or community engagement activities, students can gain practical experience in their respective fields while being exposed to different cultural and professional contexts. These experiences demonstrate initiative, flexibility, and a global mindset, helping give graduates a competitive edge in the job market and preparing them for future careers that demand cross-cultural understanding and collaboration.   Throughout her time in Costa Rica, Rivera got to explore most of the country beyond the limits of the city she was staying in—Heredia, which is located in the Central…

In the tropical paradise of Costa Rica, fourth year journalism and international affairs student Stephanie Rivera embarked on an unforgettable journey of self-discovery and cultural immersion.Leaving behind the familiar sights and sounds of Cincinnati, Rivera set out to study abroad for a transformative semester in this Central American country, rich with vibrant biodiversity and cultural heritage.The College of Arts & Sciences (A&S) at UC places great emphasis on encouraging study abroad and experiential learning opportunities for its students. Recognizing the transformative power of global experiences, the college supports a variety of study-abroad programs that enable students to enhance their academic…

When thinking about studying abroad, millions of thoughts pop up all at once. From where, to when, to how, to why — these questions become seriously overwhelming sometimes. When looking into the process myself, I really was excited at the beginning. However, the more I am invested in the “must-gos” and the “must-dos,” it seems like every place available to me as a student suddenly becomes liminal. Price, housing, and food are primary concerns of mine, but the price is especially important. When not having much money to spend on studying abroad like I do, the world goes from “I…

22 Whether you’re an Environmental Science major or just need to fulfill a class requirement for your undergraduate studies, why not take those types of classes as you study abroad? Environmental Studies/Sciences is a very popular field that college students pursue when they study abroad. In addition to general Environmental Studies, there are so many adjacent fields to consider, too: Biology, Ecology, Natural Resources & Conservation, and more. Here are a few of our fantastic study abroad locations that offer classes in Environmental Studies. 1. San José, Costa Rica San José, Costa Rica San José, Costa Rica San José, Costa…

After being here for almost two terms, I wanted to share some of my favourite things about LSE. I have really appreciated my time in London so far and if you’re considering studying abroad at LSE, I hope this will give you a little taste of what you could come to expect!   Campus The size and design of LSE’s campus gives it a unique vibe that feels like you are in the middle of a small village, even though you are in central London. It doesn’t take too long to get from one end to another, which prevents me…

Numerous opportunities await students during semester breaks. One of those opportunities is studying abroad. This year, Wayne State introduced a new annual trip that allows students interested in German to visit Germany and Austria.Cori Peet, Ph.D., is a German assistant professor at WSU and this year’s trip advisor. Peet and Associate Professor of German Nicole Coleman, Ph.D., conceived the idea from Junior Year in Munich.”What we did is we thought, ‘Oh, it would be great to take some students in the 1020 course to Munich, so they can kind of see what it would be like to live there or…

If you are planning to go to the US for an MBA, get ready to cough up a fortune to the tune of over ₹2 crore if your target university is an Ivy League, and as reputable as Stanford or Harvard or MIT. A management degree in America runs for two years and each year’s tuition for an Ivy League school is nearly $80,000 – $82,000. There are a range of other expenses as well such as health insurance, student service fee, technology fee, international student fee and other fees amounting to a total of $10,000 per annum. Let us…

The country’s higher education setting is enriched with global perspectives since these universities prioritise enrolling students from linguistically and culturally diverse origins. In recent years, there has been a significant surge in the number of international students choosing the UK. Aligned with the commitment of UK universities to strengthen diversity, Infinite Group has emerged as a key player in facilitating the applications of international students from various nations. With over 17 years of expertise in the international education sector, Infinite Group introduced Infinite University Centre. The mission of IUC is to empower education providers worldwide by offering tailored support, pioneering…

Story Links Judges Abroad is a series of blog posts written by Brandeis student-athletes who are spending part of their junior year studying abroad. To read more entries in the blog, click here!Hi everyone! My name is Lara Verstovsek from Houston, Texas and I am currently a junior studying abroad in London, United Kingdom. I am majoring in Psychology and minoring in Health, Science, Society, and Policy (HSSP) while being a part of the Brandeis varsity volleyball team.    There were so many amazing places that were offered for Psychology majors at Brandeis. It was pretty difficult to…