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How To Avoid Homesickness When Studying Abroad

cham0073 — Thu, 27 Dec 2007 11:49:02 -0600

Studying abroad is a significant commitment. In most cases, students spend several years working towards their educational goals in a foreign country. If this happens to be your first long-term outing away from home, family, relatives and friends, there is a high likelihood of you feeling homesick very soon. If not, it's just a matter of time until homesickness catches up with you. What I would like share with you are a few useful tips to avoid homesickness when studying abroad. You get homesick when you find yourself lonely and unoccupied because it drives you to draw memories from back home about all the things you're missing out on by being away.

How To Determine Which U.S. Visa You Qualify For

Boreas — Wed, 05 Dec 2007 16:30:28 -0600

So you want to enter into the land of opportunity, but don't know which of the visa categories applies to you? Well, don't worry, it's a very common problem since there are literally hundreds of different visa categories, and most people don't know where they fit in that bureaucratic mess. I am here to show you the way.

How To Find Summer Jobs Abroad

Beth141 — Sun, 18 Feb 2007 12:22:00 -0600

Summer's here and the time is right for...getting out of the country and working for a few months abroad. Whether you're a college student, a recent grad, or just a person in a specific field looking for a change of pace, working abroad for a summer can be a great, eye-opening experience. How do you find work abroad for a summer? Here are some places where you can look.

How To Find Opportunities to Work Abroad

Beth141 — Sun, 18 Feb 2007 11:58:00 -0600

There's a lot a person can gain from working abroad: job experience, cultural awareness, expanded horizons. If you are interested in working abroad, whether for a short time or permanently, you may not know where to find such opportunities. With the wonders of technology and globalization, it can be argued that the search for work abroad has become easier than ever before. Here are some tips for finding opportunities to work abroad.

How To Get a Study Abroad Internship

Susie254 — Fri, 09 Feb 2007 11:24:00 -0600

One of the best ways to gain experience before setting out on the job-hunting trail is to obtain a study abroad internship. A study abroad internship looks wonderful on a resume, but it will also allow you to experience so much more. You can choose from summer internships or year-long internships as well.

How To Get Summer Internships Abroad

Susie254 — Fri, 02 Feb 2007 11:51:00 -0600

Many university students choose to gain experience in their field of study by seeking summer internships abroad. The idea of working abroad may sound very attractive, but the search for a desirable internship can also seem overwhelming. Where do you begin?

How To Make the Most of Summer Study Abroad Sessions

Beth141 — Sat, 05 Aug 2006 17:24:00 -0500

One great way to use your college summer breaks for learning, enrichment, and fun is to spend it studying abroad. A summer study abroad session gives you a chance at experiencing culture, language, independence, and a slate of classes you might not be able to get at home. If you use your summer to study abroad, you might get to take the fall off for a change, or get back to class in the autumn ahead of yourself in the credit chase. There are plenty of things you can do to make your summer study abroad session a time for learning and fun.

How To Find Summer Study Abroad Programs

Beth141 — Sun, 21 May 2006 13:16:00 -0500

Summer is traditionally a time when college students work to pay off their bills or take a break after a hard year of studying. But summer can also be a great time to study abroad. You have three or four months at your disposal to see a new place, learn a new language, or get ahead in your studies with hands-on experiences in your field somewhere abroad. If you're interested in finding a summer study abroad program, here are some ways you can go about doing so.

How To Enroll in Distance Learning Programs

Heather166 — Sat, 20 May 2006 12:14:00 -0500

Congratulations on your decision to further your education! Whether you are trying to get more training for your current job, or obtain a degree to get an even better position, distance learning is a great and increasingly popular way to take the classes you need. Here are some tips on how to enroll in distance learning programs.

How To Get Scholarships to Study Abroad

Beth141 — Tue, 16 May 2006 07:47:00 -0500

There are few more exciting experiences in college than studying abroad. Often though, the study abroad opportunity, like going to college in general, can be fraught with financial burdens. But just as with college in general, students can apply for and receive scholarships allowing them to study abroad. Here are some ways you can track down that money and pursue a semester that may change your life.