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  • Ivy crouching in front of a circular blue door on the Hobbiton Movie Set in Auckland, New Zealand

    Ivy Li's summer internship in New Zealand

    "By being on my own in a new country, my communication skills, adaptability, and time management grew exponentially. Similarly, by being able to work at a comprehensive internship, I honed my hard skills in various computer programs."

  • Sade Ayinde Teaching English in Thailand

    Sade Ayinde Teaching English in Thailand

    "It is financially feasible, sometimes the same cost or cheaper than what it would be at home. It's NOT limited to people of a certain income, background, or academic majors."

  • Briana posing next to a kangaroo

    Briana Dick on Friendship in Australia

    "There are so many chances to make friends and get connected with the programs the school offers. I constantly have a friend to travel around Sydney with, and honestly, it makes me feel so much safer knowing I have a buddy with me - plus you make such great memories to reminisce on later!"

  • Viven Zhu in a market drinking a beverage

    Vivien Zhu's exchange with WHU Otto Beisheim School of Management

    "Studying abroad, I've learned how important it is to stay flexible. Sometimes that simply means being willing to go on spontaneous hikes with your newfound friends. In more dire situations, it means rolling with the punches when your trains are late and you've missed your flight."

  • Fareeha standing between two women in traditional Cuban dress

    Fareeha Quaiyum's Summer Term in Cuba

    "Observing different cultures helps you to practice being more open minded. It's a skill we all need to have."

  • Lauren Roche on BMGT Exchange in Spain

    Lauren Roche on BMGT Exchange in Spain

    "Everyone's study abroad experience is different, even if you go to the same location, so don't worry about what others are doing. Just enjoy your unique abroad experience and do what makes you happy."


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