Grace Hemcher, The University of Pittsburgh

It is an enriching experience for any student. A few students share how important it is to understand the tolls that come with it.

Daniel Reed

There will definitely be plenty of logistical challenges but furthering your education in a new country for a few months will still confer numerous benefits.

Beth Jordan, Aquinas College

You never get a second chance to make a first impression — especially when it comes to wooing the members of your new home away from home. Here are some ideas that are sure to make you the favorite (foreign) child.

Kali Johnson, Gustavus Adolphus College

Pushing yourself out of your comfort zone is important but doing it to the detriment of your mental wellbeing can take a toll.

Daniel Reed

Going abroad as part of a student exchange program? Here are some ways to keep yourself from missing home too much.

Rickea Bell, Saint Peter’s University

Even if you are broke.

Lauren Do, Davidson College

It’s a roller coaster, that’s for sure, but the experience is well worth the ride.

Claudia Ng, University of Texas at Austin

And also a good excuse to travel abroad.

Cameron Rapata, Columbia College Chicago

Tackle your university bucket list before entering the real world.

Lauren Prestia, University of Massachusetts Lowell

Here’s how to cope with your anxiety and still enjoy your time traveling.

Kristin Auld, St John’s University

The City of Light can be fun, but you need to be prepared.

Lauren Do, Davidson College

Let’s make this nice and simple.

Katelyn Melder, Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

Between pictures of dogs and celebrity selfies, Instagram can be a great source of advice for all of your college needs.

Morgan Thomas, Baylor University

How to have culturally rich time even if you’re a financially broke student.

Kala Horvat, University of Georgia

How to survive yourself and others in a new country.

Casey Breneman, University of Virginia

From pre-departure to returning home, here’s everything you’ll need.

Anna Sutherland, American University

Spending a few months in a third-world country will be eye-opening, but it can also pose some challenges.

Paige Brauser, Connecticut College

People here … care about the environment??

Indigo Holmes, University of Wisconsin Oshkosh

Fill up your passport and your wallet.

Natalie Hoover, Point Loma Nazarene University

Studying abroad is a privilege, but your mental health should be your highest priority.

Cleo-Symone Scott, Virginia Commonwealth University

There are numerous reasons to venture outside of America to get your master’s overseas.

Isabelle Mencia, University of Florida

Without proper preparation, your dream dream of studying by the Seine can turn into a nightmare

Rebecca Crosby, American University

Living with a host family might be even more difficult than living with your roommate from freshman year.

Diego Galicia, Valencia College

Whether it is your first year or your third year away from home, as an international student, you will experience moments of homesickness.

Cason Ragland, University of North Carolina at Greensboro

With an ever-changing political climate, America could see unfortunate regressions in study abroad programs, both locally and internationally.

Benny Diaz III, Southern New Hampshire University

After studying in Morocco, making her own short film and bringing the number one magazine for college women to Richmond, Lam shows no signs of slowing down.

Giselle Krachenfels, USC

Studying in Europe? Take some time off the books and check out some of the food, culture and nightlife that Europe has to offer.

Lauren Clohessy, Northern Illinois University

Mallori Bjerke, Boise State University student, has shown that being involved in multiple activities can help you to become a well-rounded student.

Christine Ascher, USC

Going abroad is fun, but remember to plan for the unexpected, especially when it comes to staying in a stranger’s home.

Lauren Clohessy, Northern Illinois University

If you find yourself unable to take classes in another country, here are the seven silver linings of staying home.

Flavia Martinez, Amherst College

As more Americans study abroad than ever, the basic courtesies of travel are being lost in translation.

Flavia Martinez, Amherst College

Study abroad challenges the work-life imbalance of the American college, but leaves something to be desired in the classroom.

Maria Alvarado, Savannah College of Arts and Design

When you want to relocate across the globe for a semester, your parents can’t help but worry.

Olivia Wickstrom, Portland State University

It’s graduation time, but is it career time? Before you jump the gun on ‘adult life,’ consider these seven opportunities.

Sofia Rivera, Simmons College

Mostly though, just please stop talking about it.

Juliana Mae Neves, Loyola University

As someone who’s studied abroad twice, trust me: going for a year is half as hard and twice as rewarding.

Sofia Rivera, Simmons College

Three very serious and very important lessons I learned in Spain.

Anne Ertle, John Carroll University

When your #1 ditches you for another country, here are five ways to make it suck less.

Sofia Rivera, Simmons College

I’m involuntarily living a life without mirrors and I (mostly) miss them.