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The region of Tuscany is filled with small villages and towns that make great day trips from the popular study abroad city of Florence, Italy. Siena and San Gimignano are…

Many students who study abroad say that the opportunity to go overseas and experience new things opens their eyes to worlds they had never dreamed of or paths they had…

If you are a soon-to-be AIFS student, you’ve probably noticed a “flight package” which takes you to London for a couple of days before your final study abroad destination. So,…

In 2010, Jay Stokes embarked on the journey of a lifetime and headed to Rome, Italy to study abroad with AIFS. Little did he know that his experience would have such…

There’s plentiful footage from AIFS participants that truly depicts what it’s like to be a student abroad. The AIFS Capture the Culture Video Contest presents our students and alumni with the opportunity to…

Apologize to your bank account. Aside from the occasional weekend trip, you may need to spend money on things such as water and public bathrooms. Bring a small carry on…

As my time with the beautiful city of Florence, Italy was coming to a close, I couldn’t help but reflect on the things I learned. I thought about my long walks to…

You’ll learn some pretty cool things while studying abroad, I promise. And if you’ve already studied abroad, can I get an “amen” for every point I’m making?! 1. If you…

Here are a few great pictures from AIFS students making memories together on a weekend trip to Pompeii, Naples and Capri with Prof. Massimo Betello, Ph.D. in Archaeology. We walked…

AIFS students and alumni all across the country are graduating and, as such, are reflecting on their college experiences. For so many, studying abroad was a pivotal part of their…