Making Study Abroad Affordable: A Guide by UC Students Who’ve Done it
Join three UC Berkeley students as they reveal how they made study abroad affordable - from navigating Singapore's expensive city life to stretching financial aid across two semesters in Europe. Their practical guide covers everything from choosing the right program and finding affordable housing to managing daily expenses abroad.
6 Tips to Overcome Impostor Syndrome on Study Abroad
What does it take to shake off impostor syndrome and shush your inner critic? Read the practical steps that Natalie Glennon (UCSB), a financially challenged first-generation student, implemented to overcome impostor syndrome and make the most of her study abroad experience in the Netherlands.
Big Ben and Little Wins: Lessons from a Brief Summer in London
What can you get out of a short academic program abroad? Turns out, you can learn a lot in three weeks! Divyanshi Saha (UC San Diego) says studying abroad is not just about academics - it's about stepping out of your comfort zone, making memories, and discovering who you are in the process.
An Introvert Overseas: A Shy Person’s Guide to Studying Abroad
If you're a shy, introverted person, could you travel almost 6,000 miles away from home to study abroad on your own? Francesca Casimiro (UC Berkeley) did and you can too. Read her story and learn how you can too.
Tips for Balancing ADHD and a High GPA on Study Abroad
What is it like to study abroad with a learning disability? Check out Megan Patton's tools and strategies for maintaining a high GPA while studying abroad with Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and learn how you can savor success too!