Stories about Choosing a Program
3-minute Travel Guide: Galway, Ireland
Wonder what it would be like to study abroad in Ireland? Read UC Los Angela Tatiana Rosenberg’s advice on Irish day trips as well as favorite places to eat, how to find a comfortable place to live, and what to pack. Don’t forget a swimsuit if you want to jump off a diving tower into the cold Atlantic ocean.
3-minute travel guide: Edinburgh, Scotland
Ever wonder what it would be like to study abroad in Scotland? Take a look at (UCI) Kerry Parke’s road trip advice as well as favorite places to explore, national foods you have to try, and what to pack. Hint: you’ll want all the windbreakers and raincoats in your closet.
3-minute travel guide: Glasgow, Scotland
Thinking about studying abroad in Scotland? Check out UC San Diego’s Christine Choy’s tips on best places to eat, quiz nights, and the right way to flag down a bus. She shares her knowledge on tattie scones, dark chocolate digestives, and what to do in your free time. Start exploring Glasgow now.
Top 5 Reasons to Study Abroad in Taiwan
Why study abroad in Taiwan? Dexter Lee from UC Berkeley describes it as the ‘hidden gem of Asia’ and shares his top five reasons to go on a life-changing adventure in the tropical paradise.
5 Reasons STEM majors should study abroad
If you’re working on a degree in science, technology, engineering, or math (STEM), you should definitely study abroad! More STEM majors are choosing to study abroad than ever before. Here are five reasons why STEM students should consider study abroad.
3-minute travel guide: Seoul, South Korea – Edition B
Thinking about studying abroad in South Korea? Take a page from Gabriela Quiro’s (UC Irvine) notes on the best neighborhoods to explore and shopping districts to skip. She shares where to find the best Korean food, which apps to put on your phone, and the right way to hail a taxi—all in a few minutes! Start exploring Seoul now.
3-minute travel guide: Dublin, Ireland
Thinking about studying abroad in Ireland? Follow Bianca Dang (UCLA) for a tour of Dublin’s best eateries, activities, study spots, and dorm choices for students. You can also get firsthand tips on what to pack, how to get around, which classes to take, and the most popular tours and trips—all in a few minutes! Start exploring Dublin now.
3-minute travel guide: Bordeaux, France
From its wine regions to castles, nearby beaches and trendy nightlife, Bordeaux is a true French-lovers paradise. Tracie Kreiss (UC Santa Cruz) shares her tips on how to make the most of this beautiful city’s activities, culture and learning opportunities for visiting students.
3-minute travel guide: Beijing, China
Where should you study abroad in China? Try traveling to Beijing! Anna Lai, a student from UC Los Angeles and UC Irvine, shares all the best local activities for college students. What to eat, where to live, best classes and more.
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