Studying abroad is a great way for students to advance their degree plans while experiencing new places and people. With the right planning and research, studying abroad is possible for every major offered at The University of Texas at Austin. Schools can help students find classes that will count toward… read more
Peer Notes
Health Insurance Abroad: Stay Covered While You Explore the World
Oh, no! Imagine you got a bit too excited trying to explore all of Paris on foot during your semester abroad and now you have this pain in your ankle that you’d like to get checked out. What do you do? Getting sick or injured abroad can be a real… read more
Tips for Traveling While Abroad
Hopping on a plane to live and study in a new country for a few months is already an incredible opportunity. And now more than ever, travel is expensive, so having the option to visit neighboring countries and cities is often impossible to pass up. In this blog post, we… read more
Reasons to Study Abroad You May Not Have Considered
Basking in the sun on Spanish beaches, glimpsing the Mona Lisa in the Louvre or gorging yourself on sushi in Tokyo might all be compelling thoughts you have when deciding to study abroad. But what about the other benefits? The ones that don’t come readily to mind when you think… read more
Fund Your Global Education with a Gilman Scholarship
Are you a Federal Pell Grant recipient looking to pursue education abroad? Studying abroad does not have to be a pricey enterprise. In this blog post, we’re highlighting the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship opportunity, which is among the many funding opportunities offered at The University of Texas at Austin. … read more
Study Abroad Success: Maximizing Your Credits Abroad
Choosing classes for your study abroad program can initially seem like a daunting process. Many students believe they can’t satisfy their degree requirements during a study abroad program. Luckily, the resources provided by Education Abroad can ensure that students don’t have to delay graduation if they choose to study internationally.… read more
Studying Abroad as a First-Generation College Student
So, you’re a first-generation student and you want to study abroad? We understand you might be wary and want to weigh all your options when deciding to study abroad. Well, we are here to help you by discussing common misconceptions and fears, as well as benefits of studying abroad. … read more
Credit for Study Abroad
Choosing classes for your study abroad program can initially seem like a daunting process. Many students believe they can’t satisfy their degree requirements during an international program. Luckily, the resources provided by Education Abroad can ensure that study-abroad students will not have to delay graduation. Know Your Type of… read more
Drop-in Advising for Study Abroad Questions
The process of planning your semester abroad can be daunting to handle alone. There’s a lot of information to know, and it can be hard to find all the helpful resources offered. But don’t fear: Our Peer Mentors are here! Peer Mentors can answer virtually any question you have… read more
Pre-Departure Travel Tips
Congratulations! You made it through the application process and have been accepted to your desired program. Are you ready to take the world by the horns? This post outlines a few things you must take care of before going abroad. You will see some steps to take that are listed… read more
