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Articles and Participant Reports on Study Abroad and Educational Travel
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The Allure of the Gap Year by Susan Griffith
Once completely unknown in North America, the concept and even the term “gap year” is slowly gathering momentum.... Princeton University has introduced a prestigious “Bridge Year” for a select group of students to spend a year volunteering in Peru, India, Serbia or Ghana before starting university. The objective here is “to provide participants with an international perspective and intercultural skills, an opportunity for personal growth and reflection, and a deeper appreciation of service in both a local and international context.” |
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What You Should Know About Studying and Living in Istanbul, Turkey by David Joshua Jennings
2011 Transitions Abroad Student Writing Contest Winner!
...For my study abroad I was looking for a non-Western country where my occasional appetite for Western comforts could be easily satisfied. I wanted an interesting region where it was cheap to travel, and I wanted a university that offered a wide range of courses in English. Above all, I wanted to live in an inspirational city...
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Study Abroad Without Being Rich by Dr. Susan L. Pugh
Don’t wait until you’re 60 to study abroad. That’s what will happen if you keep thinking like a financial aid recipient rather than remembering you are a talented student with an academic purpose. Study abroad, first and foremost, is an academic experience of a lifetime. Why not have it begin early in your life rather than later?...
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Marketing Study Abroad: How to Sell Your Overseas Experience to Employers
If you have studied abroad, you are well on your way to developing a solid International I.Q. This is a unique package of skills possessed by people who have lived abroad and these are the skills sought out by international employers. Before writing a resume, you need to review what international skills you have gained from your study abroad experience. The following will help you assess what new skills you acquired. |
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An Odyssey Studying, Working, and Living Abroad by Nicole Tobin
...So, was I done after studying abroad the third time? Of course not. As my M.A. studies neared their end, I began looking for work abroad. With graduate studies under my belt, the search was quite a bit easier than before. I did a lot of research, both with Graduate Exchange Programs through my university and private work abroad with American companies or schools....
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Studying French in France by Sharon Goldstein
Once you decide to study French in France, the hardest part is deciding which program to enroll in and where. Numerous programs are available in all parts of the country. You need to decide if you want to attend school in a large city, a small town, or the countryside. Each offers distinct advantages. A city offers more choices in terms of cultural and educational activities, restaurants, etc. Small towns provide a better opportunity to interact with people and get a feel for the local culture. The countryside may provide more opportunities for outdoors activities.
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| Selecting a study abroad program is usually a pivotal decision in your life or in a stage of your life, and to help you along in the process Transitions Abroad has gathered a rich selection of articles by experts on study abroad along with many participant reports by students who have attended educational programs as well as advice offered from students to fellow students. |
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Annual Student Writing Contest
Students of all ages describe all forms of educational travel, see winners from previous years and submit your own article entry (no fee) and have a chance to win a $500 first prize!
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Study Abroad and Educational Travel Programs
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Culture and Development Studies in the Land of Smiles
Come take part in a life-changing program in the Land of Smiles. ProWorld’s semester in Thailand balances academics and service in sustainable community development projects for a truly rewarding study abroad experience. Community service, field study, and excursions complement coursework with local and international students at a prestigious university in Bangkok.
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Business Internship + Study Chinese Language Program in China
Business Internship + Study Chinese Language Program in China with Get in2 China Group Ltd. — is absolutely unique experience for students and graduates who wises to get an international exposure abroad. It is chance to get valuable working experience in one of the international companies in Beijing, learn Mandarin chinese and immerse into a chinese culture. Our company Hosted more then a 1000 students from 40 different countries for the past few years. Welcome to China!
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Broadreach Summer Adventures for Middle School, High School and College Students
Since 1993, Broadreach has taken over 12,000 students on their worldwide summer adventure learning programs for middle school, high school and college students. Their 60+ program offerings including marine biology, scuba, sailing, language immersion, medicine, culture, arts, community service, outdoor skills and leadership adventures. Program locations include the Caribbean, Central and South America, Canada, Australia, China, India, South Africa, Egypt, France, the Solomon Islands and Fiji. Many Broadreach programs qualify for college credit and all incorporate a community service component ranging from 5-55 hours. Trips are 14-31 days in length in June, July and August.
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Antioch University Buddhist Studies in India
This program weaves together the diverse resources of Bodh Gaya into a fall semester of study emphasizing a comparative approach to both theory and practice. At the heart of the Buddhist Studies in India program is the desire to allow students to explore this subject from as many different points of view as possible. Western academic models are systematically used in the core courses, while Buddhist philosophies are tested in the Meditation Traditions course.
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ASA Summerfuel Study Abroad Programs
ASA Summerfuel offers month-long summer study abroad programs in England (Oxford University) and Italy (Florence) for students completing grades 9-12. Combine a taste of college life with exploration of another culture! Students take excellent classes in exciting subjects, from psychology to fashion design, anthropology to Italian cooking. Participants also have wide range of activities to choose from every afternoon and evening, and have opportunities to take guided excursions to all the best sights. Spend this summer with ASA Summerfuel!
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American Intercontinental University Study Abroad Program
The American InterContinental University Study Abroad Programs immerse students in the cultures and lifestyles of two of the world's most vibrant and influential cities, historic London and glamorous Paris. AIU offers the opportunity to gain a global perspective on life, culture and the pursuit of your desired professional interests. The AIU Study Abroad Programs focus on industry-current learning for students seeking to pursue opportunities in many of today's global environments. Study a variety of subjects in Business, Liberal Arts, Fashion, Interior Design or Visual Communication — find out more.
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| Central to Transitions Abroad's mission is the idea that travel is part of a lifelong learning process, and the following directories of study abroad and educational travel programs offer a variety of such opportunities—for all budgets—designed to help teens to undergraduates to seniors explore the vast world about them. |
Undergraduate and Graduate Study Abroad
Find credit-bearing summer, semester, and academic year undergraduate and graduate programs, listed by country. |
Language Study Abroad
Find language study and vacations abroad, often cheap, from studying Spanish in Spain, Mexico, or Costa Rica to Mandarin in China. |
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Adult Study and Educational Travel Abroad
Find a variety of educational programs open to or designed for post-graduate adults to senior citizens.
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Teen Study Abroad
Find organizations which offer teen or high school study programs, language programs, volunteer programs, gap year programs, teen summer camps, or sponsor exchanges for high school-aged students.
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Key Websites and Resources for Study Abroad and Educational Travel
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Best Study Abroad Resources
Bill Nolting and Transitions Abroad have researched and selected the best resources for undergraduate and graduate study abroad and suggest what to look for in study abroad programs for learning travelers of all ages. |
| As the Web grows by the day, there are more and more sources of information to help you make a final study abroad decision. While Transitions Abroad provides plenty of resources, the following are some of our favorite specialized websites. |
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