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
Peer Notes
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
Happy National Hispanic Heritage Month
Every year from September 15 to October 15, we celebrate Hispanic heritage and culture in the United States. For this blog post, we are sharing stories from three Hispanic students about their unique study abroad experiences. For our first story, we’ll be discussing Marco Pevia’s experience abroad in Brazil.… read more
Studying Abroad for Your Major
Studying abroad is an exhilarating and unforgettable experience, but what many don’t realize is that the initial process can be stressful and tedious. Searching for credits and courses can be exhausting and feel overwhelming. This post will help you overcome these challenges and make the experience a little less chaotic.… read more
Laying Foundations: Speaking With Your Academic Advisor
Exploring international cuisines and landscapes and expanding your knowledge of different cultures marks the experience of studying abroad, but academics hold importance, too. One of the most crucial steps during the study abroad planning process is to speak with your academic advisor. They can help narrow down what type of… read more
Preparing to Study Abroad? Here’s What You Should Pack
Before embarking on your study abroad adventure, your preparations will include packing, of course. Packing is a crucial step that is often overlooked until the last minute, but it should be considered with extreme importance. Making sure you pack the necessary items will save you money and help you avoid… read more
Mentally Preparing for Studying Abroad
As you prepare to embark on your study abroad journey, your mind will be swarmed with mixed emotions. In certain moments, you will experience insurmountable excitement as you visualize yourself studying and living in the magical country you’ve chosen. However, this moment can transform into intense feelings of anxiety, which… read more
Breaking Through the Roadblocks: Scholarship Searches
Our goal at Education Abroad is to make studying abroad accessible to all students. One of how we fulfill this objective is by providing a plethora of scholarship opportunities. Studying abroad can be costly, but our funding resources help alleviate some of those expenses. One Peer Mentor, who is utilizing… read more
My First 24 Hours Abroad
Traveling abroad can be challenging, especially when it’s a country and culture you have never experienced. During my summer abroad, I truly hit the ground running: My flight to Copenhagen, Denmark landed 16 hours before my first class. For someone like me who enjoys a fast-paced environment, this was a… read more