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"It's for you!" Without a doubt, it will be helpful to have a cell phone while abroad. You’re going to be making a lot of friends, and you’ll want to meet up on the weekends or after class. You’ll also want to maintain contact with family members and loved ones while you’re away. As [...] Do you want to budget some money for Italian leather in Florence? Remember how we said that taking a gap year was going to teach you valuable job and life skills? One of them is money management. Don’t forget to make a budget before you go. There are a lot of cool things to [...] It goes without saying that one of the coolest things about being abroad is the opportunity to visit new places. Aspire by API includes a lot of excursions in its programs, and you will likely make many separate trips with the friends you make overseas. Use these tips to make the most out of your [...] Why not take a gap year or gap semester with Aspire by API? Fall/Year deadlines are extended! Grenoble: Intensive French Language Program Paris: French Language & Culture Program Fall/Year deadline: May 25, 2011 Cork: National University of Ireland Limerick: University of Limerick Fall/Year deadline: May 25, 2011 Rome: Super-Intensive Italian Program Rome: [...] From Aspire by API staff member, Kim K. At the time, figuring out what to pack for my study abroad program felt like a borderline impossible task. And although I managed to fit everything I (thought I) needed into one suitcase, I’d certainly do a thing or two differently in the packing department, knowing what [...] Let’s face it, this is a big decision! There are a myriad number of programs, providers, and opportunities for you to pick from, but what are the questions you should be asking? What are the selection criteria you should be using? Here are some things to consider before choosing your study abroad program: Language of [...] Several Aspire by API summer application deadlines that were April 1 have been extended through April 10 so that students still have the opportunity to apply for an amazing study abroad experience! The following program application deadlines have been extended through April 10: Paris, France Florence, Italy Salamanca, Spain Don’t miss your chance at [...] When looking at prospective universities and/or when you start college, be sure to talk to your advisor about your interest in studying abroad, visit the school’s study abroad office to learn about the study abroad process and options, and get started on your study abroad plans early! Most students start thinking about getting [...] Your API on-site director will play an essential role in your study abroad experience. She will be there from the beginning, meeting you at the airport, leading the on-site orientation and cultural excursions, and assisting with any special needs or crises that arise during your time abroad. Your director is also a great source of [...] Hundreds of books and articles have been written about culture shock (and cross-cultural adjustment) since the term was first coined in the 1950s. To make things a little less dry, we’ve included some great videos about culture shock below; though directed at International Students coming to the U.S. for a MBA, you can apply much [...] |
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