How to study abroad

In the past decade, international study has more than doubled in popularity. Sure, you can go to London or Paris, but what about places like Africa or the Yucat.

You Will Need:
* Flexibility
* A desire to learn
* A decent GPA
* A school that accepts study abroad credits
* And a sense of adventure

Step 1: Conquer fear
Conquer your fears and doubts.

Step 2: Consider your reasons
Consider your reasons for studying abroad, and be honest.

Step 3: Examine your academic plan
Examine your academic plan. Take your career goals, total course units, and major progress into account. For example, will going overseas delay your graduation? Will the credits you get count toward your major?

Step 4: Choose a program
Choose a program. Your campus study abroad office or international programs office can provide information about what is available.

Step 5: Sort out finances
Sort out financial concerns. If you receive financial aid from your home university, ask if any of it can be applied to your study abroad experience. Remember that most programs will not allow you to work for pay during your time abroad.

Step 6: Complete the paperwork
Complete the paperwork. This means apply to programs and, if accepted, confirm transfer credits and enrollment status, and get your visas and passport. Do this as soon as possible!

Step 7: Arrange housing
Decide where you are going to live: a dorm? An apartment? With a host family? Each has advantages and disadvantages in terms of meeting young people, assimilating into the new culture, and allowing you personal space.

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Step 8: Do your research

Do further research on your destination. Do you need to get any immunizations? Will there be any festivals while you are there?

Step 9: Embark
Pack your bags, get your shots.