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Experiential Learning
Compliment your academic journey Every IFSA program includes possibilities for engaging experiences that take learning further. Learning by doing is powerful. Paired with structured reflection, hands-on experience brings classroom lessons and theory to life. It illuminates connections in lasting ways — and provides a valuable stepping stone toward your goals and aspirations. Built into every…
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Why Choose IFSA?
Study abroad is a big commitment. We help you make the most of it. That’s our purpose. Why IFSA at a glance Not-for-profit: focused on students, not shareholders Personalized support: respecting each student as an individual Extensive financial support: enhancing access to study abroad High-quality, individualized education: connections to leading institutions plus IFSA-led instruction Inclusive…
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Why Study Abroad?
Study abroad is more than just travel and academics, it’s a transformative experience that shapes who you are and how you see the world. It’s a time of discovery, independence, and lasting relationships, leaving an impact that goes far beyond the classroom. The experiences you gain not only prepare you for your future career but…
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Life-Long Skills: The Professional Benefits of Studying Abroad
There are countless reasons to study abroad from academic development to cultural immersion to personal growth. Another is developing pre-professional skills. Many students, however, assume studying abroad and being out the country will hurt their chances for a summer internship or job. That might not be the case. Myth: You will miss out on the…
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How Pride and Community Empowered Me While Abroad in Rome
Being a part of minoritized communities while abroad may seem intimidating and scary, but my experiences with identity helped me through my first time in a foreign country. I am intersectional – there is not one identity that solely describes who I am. I am a First-Generation college student, I am queer, I am Asian…
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British Work Culture vs. American Work Culture
Interestingly, despite having the opportunity to travel to eight different countries in Europe, one of my largest culture shocks while abroad was the difference in European work culture, specifically in the UK, versus in the United States. During my time in London, I was a 20-minute walk away from London’s financial center, which is the…
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Summer in the #1 Study Abroad Location
September 8, 2021 Flexible, affordable options are more important now than ever, which is why we’re excited to unveil our new IFSA Summer in London program. Intriguing academic themes play on London’s notable diversity and varied, vibrant life sciences landscape, helping students connect deeply, even with a shorter stay. Accessible: With a minimum 2.0 GPA…
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Great IFSA Programs for College Gap Year and Grad Students
March 26, 2021 The ideal timing for studying abroad is different for every student depending on their academic plan and overall goals. If you are taking a break from your studies during college or before graduate school, or if you want to fit studying abroad into your graduate school plans, these IFSA programs are packed…
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How I Made The Most of My Academics Abroad
How I Made The Most of My Academics Abroad Decision to Study Abroad as a STEM Major One of the locations of my Marine Biology lab practicals. We went to Maroubra beach and collected data on the algae along the rocky shores. Studying abroad in college was something I knew that I wanted to experience.…
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How My Experiences with Chilean Culture Changed Me
Unpacking My Amazing Experience I’ve thought and reflected on my time studying abroad since returning from Valparaiso, Chile My experience was nothing but learning, experiencing, and understanding — IFSA provided me with so many opportunities to grow as an individual and also with the local community, which is something that I will carry with me for…
