Studying abroad. It sounds so exciting and looks like the adventure of a lifetime when we see people share their experiences. But is it worth it to leave your comfortable campus in the US to spend time in a different culture where you might not even speak the language? Will it be worth it to step away from clubs and positions and organizations here to pursue overseas classes? We think it is, and here is why.
We have put together our top ten benefits of studying abroad so that you can weigh the benefits in your own life! After reading this post, you should be able to make a decision with confidence.
1) You get to travel the globe.
It is as simple as that! Traveling around the world is an incredible opportunity and experience in itself!
2) Expand your view of the world.
When you travel abroad, your view of the world can change significantly. In fact, science even shows that traveling creates new pathways in your brain and promotes creativity! The way that you view many things in life can change when you live in another culture!
3) Impress future employers and build your resume.
Worried about missing out on opportunities on your campus that would look good on your resume? Don't be! Studying abroad shows future employers that you enjoy taking risks, challenging yourself, being in diverse cultures, and taking initiative!
4) Study a foreign language.
The perfect way to learn a new language is to be completely submersed in that culture! Travel to a country that speaks the language you want to learn and you are bound to learn it so much quicker.
5) Learn to communicate with other cultures.
Especially today, it is so important to be able to communicate across cultures and work with people who are different than you. Studying abroad gives you real life experience doing what is extremely valuable in the workplace!
6) Take the classroom to amazing contexts.
Who says learning has to be boring? Get class credit for your experiences overseas!
7) You can actually SAVE money.
What??? Yes! Many study abroad programs offer either scholarships or exchange programs that could be less expensive than your current tuition!
8) Make friends from across the globe.
That's right! At the end of your time studying abroad, you will have made friends from all over the world!
9) Become more confident and independent.
Traveling abroad is one of the best ways to gain confidence and independence. Pushing yourself outside of your comfort zone will lead to incredible benefits and rewards in the present and future!
10) Gain important life skills.
Finally, studying abroad will give you important life skills such as confidence traveling, communication skills, the ability to navigate a foreign country, learning how to use public transport in a foreign country, learning to budget, and more! You simply cannot learn these things in a classroom.
We hope this helps you make your decision on if you should take the leap to study abroad and where you should go!
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