We know that the last year has been tough on so many. For many of our students that meant that their study abroad programs and plans were interrupted or put on hold due to COVID-19. While travel is more limited, you can use this time to prepare for the study abroad program you’ve been dreaming of! Below are some tips to keep your momentum going. 1. Enroll in Abroad 101…
First things first, you will most certainly either pack too much or too little. But fear not! The odds are you probably have everything you need in your new temporary home. And if they don’t, then that means you are going to embrace living in that culture faster than you thought. In my opinion, packing a bit light is always the best option. It will leave you ample space to…
One of the most common questions people ask about study abroad is what on earth are you supposed to pack when going to a country you have never been to for several months?! It can be difficult to know what you are going to need and what you will want to wear seeing that you will be there long enough for the seasons to change. I was lucky to have…
Maps.me– Guys, this is a LIFE-SAVER!!! Maps.me is an offline maps app that allows you to get directions when you have no service. If you were like me and too stubborn to buy a data plan abroad, being able to download a map of the city when you have wifi and then use it as you explore around completely unplugged. Whether you need GPS only in emergencies or you rely on…
