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When you study abroad, in-classroom learning is often accompanied by experiential learning. Learning inside and outside of the classroom means you’re getting a well-rounded education, applying what you’re learning theoretically…

Calling all incoming freshmen and sophomores, this one’s for you! Today I wanted to review three reasons why you should study abroad as early as your freshman or sophomore year.…

In the months leading up to my summer in London, I was eager to immerse myself in the city life and explore my surroundings in a way that I can’t…

Today marks a special occasion — National Study Abroad Day 2021! We’re so excited to celebrate all things study abroad and its impact not only on our students, but the…

You’ve packed your bags full of stylish Instagram-worthy clothes, you’ve said goodbye to all your family and friends, and you’re now ready for the study abroad trip of a lifetime.…

When I was packing for my semester abroad in January 2020, a global pandemic was not even on my radar. My dad, however, was sending away his first-born across an…

The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted our lives in unprecedented ways — particularly when it comes to exploring this big, beautiful world of ours. Many college students are wondering, “Should I…

The following blog post was contributed by an AIFS alum who has requested to remain anonymous. *My experiences are unique to me, please consider your own circumstances when choosing whether…

As with any new undertaking, adding additional elements, like an internship, when planning your study abroad experience can seem daunting and leave you wondering if you should even do it…

Dearest Prague,  One of my best friends from my semester abroad sent me a poem last year titled “Memories of Prague” by a man named Petr Ginz. There was one…