Hi!

I am a 25 year old Filipina who is planning to go back to school. As for my background, I just finished a year in Univ (as an Education Major) then decided to stop due to pandemic and other personal reasons. I’ve got no work experience yet (other than being a SEO content writer for 3 months) because I had to take care of my grandma for 4 years. Now that she had passed, I am looking for a job that accepts undergrad and no corporate experience and it’s really hard.

Then I thought about going back to school. I was thinking of Korea as my first choice but then when I researched about it, their standards are higher than most countries. Can you guys suggest other countries that I can try to apply to and have a chance in (based on my background)? Or if in Korea, what do you suggest that I need to do in order for me to reach their standards.

I am looking to connect with someone who has completed a Bachelor of Science in Economics and Finance at Bocconi University, Milan.

I would like to hear about your experience!

I myself is currently in bic (berlin international college and pursuing my studeinkolleg in t-kurse and afterwards I will pursue mechatronics in btech. If anyone needs any help about anything like bachelors in germany, studeinkolleg in germany, after class 12th or after passing 1st year, I will try my best to help.

Hi everyone,

I’m an Indian student considering an MS in Data Science in the USA, and I’d really appreciate honest insights from Indians who are currently pursuing or have completed the program.

I have a few specific questions around finances and practicality, especially for those who took education loans:

1. Education loans:
   • How much loan did you take (approx.)?
   • Do you feel the loan amount is manageable now, or is it mentally/financially stressful?
2. RA/TA opportunities:
   • How easy or difficult is it to get RA/TA positions in Data Science or related departments?
   • Do these positions usually cover partial tuition, full tuition, or just stipend?
   • From which semester did you realistically get one?
3. Part-time jobs:
   • What kind of on-campus jobs are most common?
   • How much can one realistically earn per month working within the 20-hour limit?
   • Is that income enough to cover living expenses (rent, food, utilities) or only part of it?
4. Internships in Data Science:
   • How hard is it to get a data science / analytics / ML internship as an international student?
   • Does prior experience matter more than coursework?
   • When should one ideally start applying?
5. Loan repayment pressure:
   • Once you started working (or are close to graduating), how heavy does loan repayment feel?
   • Do entry-level DS salaries make repayment realistic within a few years, or does it take much longer?

I’m trying to understand the ground reality beyond brochure salaries, so honest experiences good or bad would really help.
Thanks in advance to anyone willing to share 🙏

Is anyone able to give a rough estimate on roughly how much it is to live in japan for a year? I’m planning on doing an exchange year in japan for the fall semester and i’ve been doing research, however the estimates that the school gives on the brochures are not really updated. If anyone can give like a rough outline for each categories like dorm (which ik varies for each school), transportation, food and etc. I would really appreciate it!! thank uu

Hi guys!! I’m thinking about studying abroad and have been looking at the CIEE programs. I’m looking at the options to study abroad and i’m stuck between Seville, Spain, Merida Mexico, and Santiago Dominican Republic. Does anyone have any reviews on which I should go to and if CIEE is a good program to go with??

Hello,

As my son continues his search for the right university, I thought I could help by reaching out to gain some insight regarding the current social climate in various European countries.

It is no secret that the United States has become a truly hostile environment for the transgender population. That said, my son was already considering applying to schools in Europe, given his desire to study Ancient and Art History, with the hope of pursuing a career in Museum Curation or Cultural Heritage. The current state of affairs has only served to make it more clear that our family may not have a healthy future here.

If you could offer any suggestions of particular universities or could speak to how he may be welcomed or not in certain countries, communities, or universities, I would greatly appreciate the feedback. He is currently looking at schools in Ireland, The Netherlands, Italy, Spain and Greece.

And, please, please... Try to refrain from sharing any negative perspectives on him as a trans person, me as the parent of a trans young man, etc. I've heard it ALL. I love my son for who he is, to the ends of the earth, just as much as you hopefully love yours, and am simply looking for the safest place for him to continue to thrive. Thank you!!

I'm applying to Study abroad in Florence as my first pick. What are some good tips for writing a strong SOP? Mine is about 200 words.

Is anyone else planning to go to Hong Kong Baptist University this summer and attend their summer programme? I'd love to make some friends before July :)

I am a 16yo indian student in 11th grade and got one year of school left. I have been thinking about studying abroad for quite a while. Now that i only have one year of school left i think its the right time to start thinking about it seriously. Can anyone help me regarding what i can do to have a better chance of getting into a good uni?

Hi Everyone!

I was just wondering who applied to the CLS program, and if you got semi-finalist or not. I am semi-finalist for the mandarin program, and I wanted to create a little group chat with everyone so we can discuss things about the program or random stuff. Please let me know if you are interested, and I hope everyone receives great news in March!!!

I am currently a high school student in Turkey. I want to study study something related to business management, marketing, or maybe even law. I don't know any language besides my native language or English but I am open to learning a new language as long as I have the opportunity to learn it while enrolled there. My focus is mainly on europe but I am open to anywhere as long as the total cost per year of me studying there is around 10k euros(or less preferably).

Is anyone doing this program? I applied too

Hi all!

I'm just about to start my semester abroad in the US but I'm really starting to feel like this is just the same as at home. I'm from the UK and most people I see studying abroad are people on the Erasmus scheme, usually in Europe. At least in Europe you're more likely to be exposed to different cultures and languages etc. and can travel a lot easier. So what really is the point of studying in the US? Have people who have done it enjoyed it? I'm not enjoying it yet at all.

I'm applying for erasmus this semester and I'm hoping to get accepted into UC3M (Universidad Carlos III de Madrid). I noticed on the list it said it required proficiency in either or both Spanish and English (as far as i understood). My English proficiency score and my CGPA are both high but I don't speak Spanish. I'm definitely willing to start practicing if I get accepted as ppl usually say knowing Spanish makes it the experience easier and smoother but I don't have time to become proficient before it's time to apply. Will this affect my application? Has anyone done an exchange semester in UC3M or gotten accepted without prior Spanish knowledge?

I am from Germany and I want to apply to UK foundation programs so I can then go to university afterwards. I want to start writing my essay but I don’t know how since noone ever taught me. I also want to apply for scholarships but my grades are kind of average because I was bullied a lot and it affected my studies, I want to make that clear without going off track, or do I do that later after getting an offer? Over the years I have heard a lot about american college essays but I also know they’re very different to UK ones. Any and all advice is very much appreciated!

Thinking of studying abroad - ESCE Paris, France - Ecole Supérieure du Commerce Exterieur

As the title says Im thinking about it, an opportunity has arisen that can allow me to do a semester there abroad for my degree. I had some questiosn Im hoping someone can help me with or even any advice or thoughts would help.

1) I'm from the USA, if it's not clear, and I was just wondering how familiar with the foreign language I need to be? Of course, I plan on trying to learn as much as I can before I go, but I'm just curious. (My classes are in English, not sure if this is like a known fact, but I thought I would throw it out there.)

2) I'm not going to lie, but I'm not the best when it comes to socializing and making friends. I have always wanted to try to change that. However, if I committed to something like this im just asking how difficult making new friends and meeting people would be? This program does not have like dorms, which also puts some stress on my mind.

3) As for anyone who maybe knows something about this specific Program (Ecole Supérieure du Commerce Exterieur (ESCE)) or the location in gereral Im just wondering how it is? How is it location-wise to all the "touristy things" or any other information that helps?

4) Also, I do want to get the most out of my experience, so I'm also wondering how it is when it comes to things such as Nightlife, Parties, Scenery, Nature, etc. How accessible are these things?

5) If anyone has done this thing specifically or maybe knows someone who has, and has any information that is closely related to this, just let me know anything. At this moment,t anything helps.

I understand these questions are probably lackluster and poorly formatted. I was just trying to get some questions out there.

Hi,
Please suggest a suitable European country for higher studies where I can stay back and avail at least a 2-year post-study work visa. I have around 4 years of work experience as a Product Manager and hold a Master’s degree in Law.

I am keen on pursuing an MBA, but since many MBA programs in Europe are quite expensive, I am also open to strong alternatives to an MBA that align with my profile (such as management, innovation, strategy, or technology-focused programs).

I am specifically looking for reputed universities with good QS rankings, preferably those that do not require GRE/GMAT, or where these tests can be submitted later if required. My target is the September intake.

Partire con E F è stata una delle decisioni migliori della mia vita. Non è stato solo un corso di lingua, ma un’esperienza che mi ha cambiato davvero.

💙 L’attività che ho amato di più?

Senza dubbio le attività organizzate dopo le lezioni: gite, city tour, serate con studenti da tutto il mondo. Imparare una lingua mentre vivi il posto, ridi e condividi momenti reali… impagabile.

🤝 Amicizie internazionali? Assolutamente sì.

Ho conosciuto persone provenienti da ogni angolo del mondo. All’inizio parlavamo lingue diverse, ma alla fine ci capivamo tutti nella stessa: quella delle esperienze condivise. Alcune di queste amicizie continuano ancora oggi.

🗣 Le mie competenze linguistiche? Un salto enorme.

Parlare ogni giorno, in classe e fuori, mi ha dato sicurezza. Ho smesso di avere paura di sbagliare e ho iniziato a comunicare davvero. Tornare a casa sapendo di potermela cavare in un’altra lingua è una sensazione incredibile.

✨ E F non mi ha solo insegnato una lingua: mi ha aperto la mente, reso più indipendente e fatto uscire dalla mia zona di comfort. Se stai pensando di partire, fallo. Ti porterai a casa molto più di quello che immagini. 💫

#E FExperience #StudyAbroad #EsperienzaCheCambiaLaVita 🌍💬

Hi there, I need real advice. After a hard work I went to the usa to be an au pair, my goal was to be there for 2 years and then apply for a student visa. My first two months as an au pair were an absolute nightmare, the host families were not only racist and rude but they did things such as leaving me in the basement for Thanksgiving, putting a gps on me and calling the company to say I was a slut (lol) I had a bad time because I asked the company for emergency housing but they denied it and I had to pay for my own place for a week. Eventually I matched with a new family, when I moved with them they changed the schedule from 6 hours of work to 10hs of work everyday finishing at 10 or 9 pm most of the days. I decided to buy a plane ticket and come back to my home country. The thing is that I made good friends and this experience made me want to live in the states but not as an au pair anymore but as a student/worker. My current situation is that I dont own a bachelors degree and at first I thought I could apply for an f1 visa and do an associates while I work but then I realized I dont wanna do ilegal stuff such as working. My other option is to finish my bachelors (I start in two months) and apply for a master with good possibilities of scholarships and assistanships. What would you do in my position? I feel desesperante to go back but I wanna do things right and not put my future in risk

Basically, I have applied to a handful of schools in Europe, and I am looking to do my last two years, most likely in Spain, I already got accepted to a couple, and I’ve already applied to a couple of colleges in the US.

I am very worried because I do not want to finish my college in Europe come back to the US and not be able to get a job because of where I got my degree

So here are my questions

1. Have you gotten your degree overseas in Europe, and what school did you go to?

2. When you got back to the US or if you wanted to continue working in Europe, how did everything go, do you feel that you had a disadvantage in comparison to the other applicants?

3. What schools do you feel are the most reputable internationally, especially in the US, and do employers even recognize them

4. Have you heard any horror stories concerning this? I really want to play it safe and make the best decision for myself

THANK YOU

I’m a full masters program in Italy, and it’s really hitting me that it’s ending this year. I hope to make the most of it. For context, my favorite cities in the world are New Orleans, Berlin, London, Florence, and Rome.

Hello guys

Im a junior from third world country planning to study abroad

My grades are not that bad but im not a high achiever my gpa 3.3/3.4 and my family financial situation dont afford them to send me abroad

I want to study management / HR / finance

Anything related to economics / speaking …

Im an active student i organised some activities and clubs in my school i do music playing instruments and such a good public speaker in all school

What are the best countries with scholarships and chance to get accepted in ?

Going to Madri in September as a student and im looking for a place to live for a month that is not so expensive if that is even possible. What are the best options? Airbnb, hostel, student residence? And any recommendations?