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A Different View of Higher Education in Australia | Student Blog from Tropical North Queensland
It’s a general expectation for high school students to prepare for in their years leading up to graduation, and even with the emergence and push for vocational schools, it’s still an eminent problem in our society. I’m talking about the push to pursue a university degree immediately after high school, with the connotation that not […]
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Balancing School and Life in Korea | Student Blog from Seoul
One of the toughest things for me living in South Korea was attempting to balance my academics with my social life. When entering such an unfamiliar space, everything is enticing –  the people, the culture, the nightlife, etc. I tend to be drawn to these things, especially in a place with such a rich culture […]
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Top 5 Tips for STUDYING Abroad | Student Blog from Florence
While being abroad can seem like a waking dream for students, many forget the study aspect of studying abroad. Before I came to Florence, I know I would constantly daydream and plan all the wonderful activities and travel I would do while here. I’d spend time thinking about the delicious food and magnificent sights Florence […]
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Video Round-up | Jordan's Semester on the Gold Coast
It goes without saying that students are living their best lives while studying abroad, but no great accomplishment comes without great challenge. From bidding adieu at the airport to making a foreign country a new home, CISabroad students thrive in education abroad. Scroll down for a deep dive into one student’s experience in Australia during our […]
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My Favorite Class Abroad | Student Blog From Aix-en-Provence
Going to school in a different country makes you feel like you’re a first-year all over again. At my home university, Jacksonville University, I can easily navigate myself anywhere. But, in Aix-en-Provence, I had to learn and readjust to the new set up. Read on to learn more about my favorite class abroad and what […]
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Fashion and Photography Abroad | Student Blog from Florence
What drew me to the Semester in Florence program most was that it’s affiliated with an art school called Florence University of the Arts (FUA). A top priority for me when I was searching for study abroad programs was that I remained at an art school or went to a school that had a strong fashion program. […]
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Top 5 Tips from Newcastle | Student Blog from Australia
G’day! I write to you with my Top 5 tips from Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia, where the sun shines all day and the uni comes alive at night. Why did I study abroad? My decision to study abroad was impulsive and brilliant.  Having dealt with social anxiety for years, I was concerned that I […]
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Four Tips for the "Study" Aspect of Study Abroad
A lesson from a study abroad alumni: Don’t overlook the “study” aspect of “study abroad!” When I left for my study abroad program, I packed a huge suitcase full of various things I thought I’d need throughout the semester, most of which, I’m proud to say, I ended up using. (For packing advice, see: How […]
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