Culture shock and homesickness are very real. Before I left to study abroad, I thought that I’d be totally fine, that I’ve been out of the country before and lived…

A great way to learn about a study abroad program or location is by connecting with its alumni! Hearing from an alum gives excellent insight into what it’s actually like…

Packing to study abroad in Madrid a few days before I left the United States was stressful and overwhelming, not only because I was trying to make sure I had…

I officially started my study abroad trip in India! I met up with my fellow AIFS students, and we began our program-led Golden Triangle tour of India, fittingly in the…

Wow! I can’t believe it’s almost been a month since I’ve started studying abroad in London! It’s been an incredible experience so far, and I’m so glad that I’m here!…

Even though I have been to London before, my initial experience and first impressions upon arriving on the first day of my study abroad experience were totally different than the…

I’m officially moved in and enrolled for classes at the University of Hyderabad in India! My dad is a University of Hyderabad alum, so he told me all about the…

Covent Garden is probably one of the most underrated corners of London. It is the best place to wine and dine, and you can’t beat the shopping scene! If you…

We caught up with AIFS alum, Jordan Wright, who spent Summer 2019 with AIFS Study Abroad in Costa Rica. She was so inspired by her study abroad experience in San José,…

6 weeks, 4 countries, 12 cities and numerous planes, trains, and automobiles later… I’m back home from across the pond! This experience sparked the wanderlust in me, let me tell…