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How Three Weeks of Study Abroad at Oxford University Pack a Punch
University of Melbourne student Cindy L.—a double major in linguistics and psychology—reflected on her summer experience at one the world’s most prestigious universities: A powerful way to learn The Oxford teaching method—which involves lectures, seminars, tutorials, and much reading— really invigorated me to think deeply and critically, especially since I’d chosen a course outside of…
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Hawaiʻi: Study Away, No Passport Required
Even though I’m chasing the goal of visiting every continent, I felt like the only person in my friend group that wasn’t going abroad this summer. Then I found the IFSA Hawaii program—a chance to study away without leaving the United States. I go to University of Georgia, and while Athens is a great college…
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Thinking About Study Abroad as an Investment in Your Career
Studying abroad can be an investment in your future, helping you build career-ready skills, gain global perspective, and better understand your goals. As you navigate new places, people, and expectations, you can develop real examples of adaptability, communication, independence, and problem-solving that support your next steps.
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Financial Aid & Paying for Study Abroad
Many students can use existing financial aid to help pay for their study abroad experience. This can include federal financial aid programs as well as certain benefits available to veterans and their dependents. While IFSA does not process financial aid directly, we work with students and their college or university to help apply eligible aid…
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Grants
IFSA offers several grants designed to help reduce the cost of studying abroad. Unlike scholarships, IFSA grants do not require an application and are applied automatically to eligible students participating in IFSA programs. Depending on eligibility, grants can provide funding that is applied directly to program education fees or housing costs during billing. Students generally…
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Scholarships
IFSA offers scholarships for students participating in IFSA study abroad programs, with awards ranging from $500 to $2,500. IFSA scholarships help students offset costs associated with studying abroad. More than one in three IFSA applicants receives scholarship or grant funding. There are also many outside scholarships that students can apply for. Explore a curated list…
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Ten Factors to Consider When You Choose Your Study Abroad Destination
Choosing where to study abroad starts with finding the right fit for your academic goals, daily life, budget, interests, and long-term plans. These ten factors can help you compare programs clearly and choose a destination that fits what you want from the experience.
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Takeaways from Studying Abroad Twice
Because I studied international policy, my professors encouraged me to study abroad to better understand how countries approach policy challenges. I chose University of New South Wales in Sydney, Australia, as I was doing research on international affairs in the Indo-Pacific region at the time. Beyond academics, my time in Sydney pushed me to step…
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How Study Abroad Helped Me Include Indigenous Perspectives in My Career Aspirations and Beyond
I knew studying abroad would change and grow me academically and personally, but I wasn’t prepared for how deeply living and studying in Wollongong would reshape my perspectives. Looking back, it changed the way I think about the world around me through knowledge, sustainability, and the systems we rely on. I’m an environmental science major with an interest in urban…
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Yes, STEM Students Can Study Abroad: Opportunities, Programs, and Tips
STEM students can study abroad through programs designed to fit structured degree requirements. Explore options like research, internships, and short-term programs that align with your academic and career goals.
