10 tips for a successful year abroad
Studying abroad for six months or a year is a huge adventure, and it will change you forever. You will get to know yourself in a way that you never would have otherwise and you will grow and become more independent. You will learn tons of new things and best of all, you will make new friends and have a second home. Here are 10 tips to make your year abroad the best year of your life!
- Keep an open mind
- Don’t be afraid to ask questions
- Be curious and get involved
- Don’t be shy – take the first step!
- Be a part of the family
- Develop your cultural competence
- Less screen time – more fun
- Stay positive and smile
- Learn the basics before you go
- Be an ambassador for your country
Have fun and enjoy your time abroad!
During your year abroad
During your year abroad
During your year abroad A year as an exchange student will give you knowledge, impressions, inspiration and memories. It’s your chance to experience something new and exciting. Simply put, it will be the best year of your life! Suddenly, you speak the language fluently The major advantage of learning a language in the country where…
We are here for you
We are here for you Wherever you choose to travel, we are here for you throughout your year abroad. We will take care of your travel arrangements and make sure you are well prepared when it’s time to go. When you are there, we are always here for you, including through your host family, our…
Travel to your destination
Travel to your destination Most exchange students travel to their destination on their own, because all students are traveling from different places in the country. But depending on where you’re going and how many people are going to the same place, there may be multiple students on the same trip. Your departure for your new…
Welcome camp
Welcome Camp is included To give you the perfect introduction, your year abroad at almost all destinations starts with STS Welcome Camp, which is included in the program fees. It is kind of a “soft landing,” where you get to meet other STS students and learn about what to expect from the adventure that is…
Living in another country
Living in another country There are lots of advantages to living abroad for a little while. You get to experience tons of fun things, make lots of incredible memories, and learn a new language. Plus, you get to know new people and a new culture. You might also sometimes encounter things you aren’t used to…
School and free time
School and free time Your new school Experience the difference! Your new school will definitely be different, whatever you may have been used to from before. And it is so exciting to take part in the school system of another country. Soon, you will get used to different routines, like how you greet your teacher…
10 tips for a successful year abroad
10 tips for a successful year abroad Studying abroad for six months or a year is a huge adventure, and it will change you forever. You will get to know yourself in a way that you never would have otherwise and you will grow and become more independent. You will learn tons of new things…
Back at home
Back at home You will return home within 10 days after school ends. Your friends and family will probably feel like you are a different person than you were when you left, because you will have changed, and gained new perspectives. Your parents may also find that you’ve become more independent and your friends will…
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