If you’re planning a semester with USAC in Montevideo, Uruguay you won’t want to miss the optional tour to Buenos Aires. This five-day trip will take you on a tour of the “Paris of South America,” Buenos Aires. You’ll explore […]
The Journey My study abroad adventure began Wednesday, January 9, as I embarked on my first solo trip to Europe. My flight from Chicago to Copenhagen went well – barely any turbulence …
Double the awards, double the fun! USAC is honored, elated, and down right super stoked to be recognized by GoAbroad and Go Overseas as a Top Study Abroad Organization in …
This post is the ultimate guide to saving money while studying abroad and planning your weekend trips! Whether you are preparing to study abroad or currently studying abroad and need …
The first days of studying abroad are exhilarating, sometimes stressful, and always full of surprises. We asked students in San Sebastián, Spain to reflect back on their first week when …
Each semester, USAC representatives attend study abroad fairs across the United States. This post has been updated to reflect the most recent University visits happening between January and March 2019. Whether …
Study abroad is a time for adventure, exploration, and growth. However, don’t let your excitement and curiosity get in the way of your safety and well-being. The good news is, …
Staying with a host family is the first interaction you will have with the cultural differences of studying abroad. Most host families pick up their students at the airport, and …
Whether you’ve flown to all seven continents or have never been on a plane before, traveling can stir up a bit of pre-departure anxiety for any explorer. And if you’re …
I have always been a chronic over-packer, no matter how many trips I’ve been on. I literally packed SIX large suitcases when I went to college in Connecticut (I seriously …
