In addition to courses taught by US faculty, one cost-efficient way to offer a wider selection of courses on a Faculty-Led program are those offered by local adjunct faculty. One of…
We’re continuing the series introducing the team behind AIFS Customized, who create faculty-led study abroad programs for hundreds of colleges and universities throughout the US. This week, we spend a…
Everyone has their quirks — and cities and countries do, too! Part of the study abroad experience is learning, understanding (or realizing you will never fully understand), and accepting cultural…
“Chicas! Cena!” These are the sweet words I hear every night when my Mama Tica serves dinner. It is just one of my favorite things about Costa Rica. In fact,…
Are you planning to study abroad in Costa Rica? Here are five things to know before you go. 1. Safety first Remember: you are traveling to a foreign country with…
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,…
Studying abroad with a friend makes everything better — especially when my checked bag was 5 pounds overweight and I was able to shove some of my belongings into hers.…
A fantastic way to learn about a study abroad program or location is by connecting with its alumni! Hearing personal experiences straight from someone who has been where you want…
“Let your faith be bigger than your fears.” This has been something that I have thought about a lot during the last four months I’ve been studying abroad in Costa…
My alarm goes off at 7:00 a.m. and I roll out of bed. The sound of cars whizzing by on the highway next to my homestay has become the regular…