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12 Myths About Studying Abroad

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Last Updated on April 24, 2023 by Cat Rogliano It’s normal to feel a little anxious about studying abroad – we’ve all been there. When it comes to studying abroad, some of the most common reservations students have are untrue. Here are some of the most frequent myths about studying abroad that we hear: 1.

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Resources for LGBTQIA+ Students Planning to Study Abroad

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As an LGBTQIA+ student , you likely have a lot of questions about how your identity will be received and impact your experience abroad. Questions like “What is the social attitude towards the LGBTQIA+ community in my study abroad location?” Ask Alumni. Start Your Study Abroad Journey Today.

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Semester Program Spotlight: Intern or Study Abroad in Dublin, Ireland

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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. What’s it like studying abroad in Ireland?

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3 Reasons to Study Abroad Freshman or Sophomore Year

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Today I wanted to review three reasons why you should study abroad as early as your freshman or sophomore year. I myself studied abroad as a sophomore during the Fall semester of 2018 in Barcelona, Spain. Here are a few benefits of studying abroad in your freshman or sophomore year.

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Alumni Spotlight: Tovah’s Government Internship in Washington, D.C. at an NGO

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Being a political science major, I definitely wanted to test out how my degree Is comparable to the real life practice of government and politics. It was definitely a politician science majors dream.” I realized that eating is definitely a pastime here and people emphasize a good work-play ethic. She chose Washington, D.C.

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Alumni Spotlight: Zach’s Business Internship in London

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You can study abroad but that doesn’t replicate the same experience as integrating into a workplace — where you really get to interact with people from your host country instead or not be surrounded by other Americans. This thought made me want to do something that I might not get to do once I enter the professional world.

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5 Helpful Travel Apps for Study Abroad

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When thinking about useful tools for future study abroad students , I immediately thought of phones and navigation, which is why I am going to share some of my favorite apps and tools for any international travel! Plus, I found that the pro version worked a lot better offline (which is important when studying abroad without internet!).