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Study Abroad: What Are You Waiting For?

Put the excuses aside and finally commit to studying abroad. [...]

Study Abroad In Eco-Villages

An interview with Daniel Greenberg, founder of Living Routes. [...]

7 Reasons to Fall in Love Abroad in 2009

Number 3: Dating is the ultimate cultural immersion. Bonus points for getting invited to family holidays.  [...]

How to Take a Foreign History Crash Course in 5 Steps

Why know a country's history before you travel? For one, you'll enrich the experience and connect with people more easily. [...]

How to deal with Your Bus Getting Hijacked (and Other Dangers) While Living Abroad

Learn from someone who made it through the worst-case scenario abroad.  [...]

5 Lessons Learned After Studying Abroad

Everyone has preconceptions about studying in a foreign country. . .Learn how to get past them.  [...]

How to Get Your School to Pay For Your Travel

By combining all of your resources, you can get your school to sponsor your travels. [...]

Youth Travel Programs Are Vital To Our Security

Meeting the challenges of the 21st century will require intimate knowledge of the world. [...]

10 Things I Wish I’d Known Before Studying Abroad

Invaluable lessons to learn before leaving the country.  [...]

How to Pack for a Semester Abroad

Bathing suit. . .check. Swiss Army knife. . .check. Pictures of family . . .check. What else should you bring? [...]

The Best Places and Programs for Studying Abroad in Mexico

Find the right level of immersion and you're halfway there.  [...]

10 Japanese Customs You Must Know Before a Trip to Japan

The following Culture Crash Course will help you ease right into Japan. [...]

5 Tips For Better Sessions With A Language Exchange Partner

Be proactive: optimize the time you and your language partner spend together.  [...]

5 Questions to Ask When Picking a Language School

Whether jumpstarting a new language or refining one you've nearly mastered, the right program can make all the difference.  [...]

Study Wildlife Conservation In Kenya

Escape the classroom for a hands-on wildlife conservation experience with the Kenya School for Field Studies. [...]

The Study Abroad Guide to Italy

Here's a roundup of the best programs plus several important considerations before immersing yourself in the Bel Paese. [...]

Where In Spain Should I Study Abroad?

Spain is a great place to study abroad, but each city has a very different character. Which option is best for you?  [...]

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