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Can You Study Abroad in Winter? Why a Short-term January Program Might Be Right for You
If you’re wondering what to do over winter break, a short-term study abroad program might be the perfect answer. While most students picture a semester or summer abroad, there’s another option growing in popularity: January study abroad programs, also known as J-Term or Winter programs.
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Using Sports as Personal Therapy While Studying Abroad
Before I dive in, here’s some background on my relationship with sports. In high school, I played year-round—soccer in the fall and summer, track and field in the winter and spring. For me, sports weren’t just activities; they were a source of community, discipline, and motivation. I found joy in my team’s successes and lessons…
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What to Pack for Study Abroad
Studying abroad is an exciting, once-in-a-lifetime experience, but thinking about what to pack for study abroad can feel overwhelming. This guide breaks down what to bring and shares best practices to help make your experience less stressful and more organized.
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Can All Majors Study Abroad? Absolutely, Here’s How
No matter what your major, you can study abroad with the right planning. While it is widely known that some programs, such as language studies naturally align with international experiences, it is less known that other fields, such as engineering, business, and health sciences also have tailored study-abroad opportunities.
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Finding Comfort During My First Week: Study Abroad in Argentina
As a first-generation student, I am familiar with the crossroad of staying within the comfort of home and diving into the unknown. About three years ago, I moved from Texas to Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania, for college. It was an equally exhilarating and daunting opportunity. As I was deciding whether to study abroad, I found myself…
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Study Away in the United States
Where Island Time and Academic Discovery Meet Drawn to ocean views, warm weather, and a strong sense of place? Oʻahu offers an unmatched blend of natural beauty, cultural depth, and academic opportunity. Beyond its scenery, Oʻahu is deeply rooted in Hawaiian history, values, and environmental connection. Studying here offers the opportunity to engage with Indigenous…
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HBCU Grants for Career-Focused Study Abroad
IFSA GLOBAL LEADERSHIP & CAREER CONSORTIUM Study Abroad with a Grant of Up to $5,000 Join a unique HBCU community in any of three global cities and launch career success with special grants for a new kind of study-abroad experience. $5,000 for students at public HBCUs If your tuition is under $15,000 per academic year,…
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Fall 2025 Programs
Make New Connections with Study Abroad From playing ultimate frisbee on an Australian university team to teaching youngsters English in Costa Rica, we’ll help you make exciting connections and expand your network this fall. Get there and soak it all in, with a $1,000 flight voucher and $500 for cultural fun. Just start your application…
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Reflections of a First-Gen in Buenos Aires
Traveling to another country was never something I thought possible, especially not at this stage in my life. Being from a low-income background, the idea of international travel seemed like an unattainable dream. The expenses associated with it were daunting. For many years, both of my parents lacked proper documentation, which limited our ability to…
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Exploring Italy on IFSA Excursions
While studying on the IFSA Summer in Rome program and taking the Sustainable Tourism class, students engaged in activities and excursions which deepening their exposure to Italian culture and history. During one activity, students volunteered with the Retake Roma organization. Retake Roma conducts neighborhood events promoting sustainability and a better quality of life for locals…
