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When we imagine what our time will be like studying abroad, we tend to think about the fun and adventurous times, but we rarely imagine what would happen if we…

One of the things I was most excited about for study abroad was the chance to live in a big city. Growing up in the midwest, I’ve never lived in…

Choosing between a homestay and an apartment when you study abroad can be a difficult decision. They both can influence your experience abroad and each option offers different opportunities. We…

If you’re planning on studying abroad in Europe, chances are you’re going to want to travel the continent and take weekend trips as often as you can. This was something…

My biggest fear before I left to study abroad was that I would be alone and not make friends. I didn’t want to be lonely and bored by myself and…

In the weeks leading up to my study abroad experience, I couldn’t wait to finally board a plane and head overseas. I’d watched countless videos and read numerous blogs on…

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…

We just can’t contain our excitement any longer! The new AIFS catalogs are coming soon, but in the meantime, here’s a sneak peek at the fantastic new study abroad programs…

While studying with AIFS in Madrid, I had a week-long break during which Catholic Spain celebrates La Semana Santa, or the Holy Week before Easter. During this time each and…

Do famous paintings inspire you to pick up a paintbrush of your own? Are you intrigued by art and its impact on history? If so, this post is for you!…