Going to another country to study is exciting. Many students around the world see the benefits of studying abroad in adapting to a new culture and opportunities to learn more. If you are also thinking of going to another country to get higher education, here are the things to consider before you actually go.
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Documentation
Studying abroad means you need a passport and a visa. This may take a long time so it is advisable to apply as early as possible. It is recommended to check with your advisor to know exactly what you need. This all depends on the country you choose for studying. Take the necessary documents and make the digital copies of them to complete the formalities while leaving your country.
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Essay Writing
Writing an application essay for college can be a daunting task if you don’t know the right tactics. You should understand college requirements to write exactly what requested. Before brainstorming essay ideas you should know what you need to accomplish. Creating an outline is the best way to make your essay more effective. If you need admission essay writing help you can either search for in on the colleges’ websites or hire specific services, there are many of them.
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Book Flights
It is recommended to do the flights booking at least 3 months before your travel date to get the tickets at lower prices. There are many cool sites that gather all available flights for your specific dates so that you choose the most appropriate ones for you. There are also travel agencies for students such as STA Travel and Student Universe which can also provide tickets within your budget. Coming a few days early will be beneficial for adjusting the new environment. But it is recommended not to come too early because it may create problems in immigration services.
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Housing
Housing is among the most important things to think about when applying for a college in another country. Most of the colleges provide students with the dorm rooms. You should check this out about all the colleges you apply to in advance. If you’re looking at the other housing options other than university dorms then you will get them easily on the internet sources such as Google maps, Booking, etc. Most of the exchange students prefer dorms, though, as it is close to studies and more affordable.
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Medicine & Insurance
If you’re on prescription medications then it is advisable to consult your doctor and take the drugs for the duration of your study programs so that you will not face difficulties while studying abroad. Medications may be easy to get in your destination country, but maybe the name will be different. You can check the content of the drug on the internet and buy accordingly. The rest of the prescription drugs you should get in advance. It is advisable to have the insurance so that you have the financial protection and ensure that you can get the timely medicines.
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Language
This is the most common problem for exchange students. It is a struggle you have to face when adjusting to a new language and possible local accents. You will have so much to study, but many students say that it is much easier to do in the country where everyone speaks this language. Anyway you need to start learning the language way before you apply to the university.
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Money
Money can be a big issue when you study abroad. It is important to spend them wisely and think of the future. You can apply to the scholarship programs to save extra money for tuition fees. You can also take student loans but make sure you pay them on time to avoid the burden.
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Bag Packing
When you pack a bag, remember to keep the passport and visas and other necessary university papers or documents where you can easily access them. You should also carry the adapter, laptop, and mobile charger as these are the necessary items which you will require immediately when you reach your destination. In fact, you should carry the travel book of the country to know all the information about it.
Bon Voyage!
