Want to study abroad in 2017? Time to start planning! Many study abroad programs require you apply up to a year in advance. As an American student, you have the whole world at your fingertips. But you'll need to choose a program soon. Need some suggestions? Here are the 10 best places to study abroad in 2017: 10 Best Places to Study Abroad in 2017 1. United Kingdom Why the UK is one of the best places to study abroad: The…
Today's job market is tough. One way to make your resume stand out: get a passport, and study abroad. According to CNN, only 1% of US students study abroad. Employers are increasingly seeking out candidates with this experience. That might be why Harvard Business School sent its entire 2012 class overseas. As reported by CNN, First Lady Michelle Obama recently got in on the act. She encouraged students to study abroad during a recent trip to China: "The benefits of…
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Studying abroad is often seen as a bit of a luxury. The cost varies depending on the program, but in many cases that's a fair assessment. However, if you're interested in living in the land of the midnight sun, you should know that Norway lets all students study at its public universities tuition-free- in most cases, even students from other countries. Huge hat tip to Matador Travel for publicizing this little-known but incredibly useful fact! Of course, you'll still have…
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Are you looking for a study abroad program? Depending on your academic interests and your budget, there could be many different study abroad programs for you to consider. Which one should you choose? Rachel Pitt at CollegeJolt.com has an excellent post that compares the value of the popular Semester at Sea study abroad program to other study abroad programs. Her conclusion was that Semester at Sea can be a great value for students who want to study abroad, aren't prone…
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Study abroad programs are becoming more and more popular among US college students, and for good reason. College is the perfect time to try living overseas! Think about it...by studying abroad, you get to experience another country and another culture firsthand while you earn college credits. After you graduate, you'll probably be short on both money and time, at least for a few years. That's why college is the best time to travel. Also, studies have shown that listening to…
