Learn More About Global Education

Studying abroad as an international student is life-changing, exciting, and rewarding. But it's also challenging to be on your own in a foreign country for the first time, learning new customs, and learning in a language other than your native tongue. Plus, the process to get there has a specific set of rules and deadlines. These articles below will provide a roadmap to help you reach your educational destination, tell you what's going on in the world of study abroad, and keep you updated on some wonderful learning opportunities overseas. Your educational journey begins now...

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5 Ways to Handle Reverse Culture Shock

As important as it is to prepare for your study abroad experience, it may be even more critical to get ready for the inevitable readjustment period afterward -- reverse culture shock.

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Considering Internship Opportunities Abroad

Start researching internship opportunities abroad today, and get set for personal and professional liftoff.

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Dealing with Culture Shock When Studying Abroad

Culture shock -- the anxiety that one experiences when entering a new environment -- is a phenomenon that most students will experience to some degree when they study abroad.

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Free Education Around the World

College doesn't have to cost an arm and a leg. Tuition-free universities exist; you just have to know where to find them. Take a look at these tuition-free colleges and universities in the United States and Europe and get ready to cash in on the free education of a lifetime.

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How to Feel at Home in a Foreign Country

You don't realize how much your culture is ingrained in you until you journey to a foreign land. And when your trip is not a tourist vacation but a study abroad excursion, the differences become even more pronounced.

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Interest in Vocational Education Is Up Among International Students

Gone are the days when international students were solely graduate students. Today, international students are finding another reason to travel overseas - vocational education.

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Language Learning for a Global Workforce

When you commit to advanced language education, you'll gain invaluable cultural knowledge and experience as well as professional-level foreign language skills. It's the perfect way to broaden your worldview and secure your position as a hot commodity in the global workforce.

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Obstacles to the Internationalization of Higher Education

Will the rate of the internationalization of higher education be able to keep pace with the demand for a global citizenry?

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Searching for Study Abroad Scholarships

Whether you're going from Los Angeles to London or Belfast to Bangkok, it can be a challenge to find out about international financial aid. But study abroad scholarships are available worldwide - you just have to know where to look.

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Short-Term Study Abroad To-Knows

Short-term study abroad programs abound. Consider the academic and career benefits they could offer.

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The Growth of Global Education

It's no secret. Global education has grown tremendously in recent years. And it seems it will continue to grow in years to come. From Americans studying abroad in both popular and unique destinations to international students studying in the US and other international countries, students all over the world take advantage of this unique opportunity to expand their horizons.

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The World's Best Universities?

World university rankings enable you to compare schools across continents to get an idea of how each one stacks up against the rest. But it's not an exact science.

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U.S. vs. Canadian Higher Education

Higher education opportunities in Canada and the U.S. abound, but how can you determine which type of school and program is right for you? Read on to sort out the terminology between the two countries and discover higher ed that suits your needs.

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UK Students Moving Away from Study Abroad

Why is it harder finding UK students abroad than finding "Waldo"?

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Volunteering Changes Lives

Are you interested in cross-cultural education and international development? Are you searching for an eye-opening, life-changing experience? Consider volunteering abroad, where you can make all the difference in the world.

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Where in the World Will You Study during your Summer Abroad?

Just when you thought your days of making monumental decisions about college were over, here comes another one: where will you go for your summer study abroad sessions?

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12 Trends in International Education in 2012

A look at the trends affecting international students and those who want to study abroad in 2012.

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The Appeal of U.S. Colleges and Universities Among International Students from Latin and South America

While the majority of students who travel abroad to attend school in the U.S. still come from Asia, there has been a huge influx of international students from throughout Latin and South America.

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Canadian Colleges Attract More U.S. Students

Some students are flocking to Canada for low college tuition rates and cost of living. Find out more details.

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Save on International College Costs by Starting with Community College

If you want to get a quality U.S.-based education at a fraction of the price, consider starting out at a two-year community college.

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