There’s no other way to put it, studying abroad is exciting. Getting the chance to meet people from all over the world, gaining experience unlike any other, and also making new memories in life- what is there not to actually love about studying abroad?

However, if you are unprepared, you might find this transition rather uncomfortable, difficult, and stressful. So in this article, we have put together a list of useful study abroad preparation checklists that will in assisting you in your study abroad.

Moreover, while you will be required to pinch every penny trying to get through the gauntlet of college life, it doesn’t mean you can’t kill it with an incredible trip. You will need to play it smart, watching your wallet carefully to help minimize your expense while you’re still able to have the maxi-life during your study stay.

Your preparation is as adequate as knowing what to pack when you are traveling abroad. We desire that you wander around school confidently during your stay, and come back with some money still in the bank.

Study Abroad Preparation – Helpful Tips
1[b]. Be sure that all your paperwork is in order;[/b]
Get your passport as early as possible and also apply for your visa(s) quite on time (if you’re reading this and you’re thinking “Visa? What Visa? Please you can actually go look up your chosen country’s visa requirements immediately). If you have a passport, triple-check the expiration date. Be sure it will really last you beyond your stay abroad.


2. Secure Your Courses, Flight and Housing:
Without a doubt all study abroad programs are quite unique, however, most of them involve traditional coursework. You have to know what classes you’ll have to be taking and when they meet (this will enable you to plan activities around that schedule), and where you’ll be staying (this will help in determining your commute).

If you’re doing some travel before the semester begins, that’s awesome! Just be sure that you have booked a flight to your study abroad destination. That is actually the whole point of the trip, so don’t be leaving it to chance.



3[b]. Talk To Your Bank;[/b]
Meet your banker and have conversations with him/her about how your credit card works overseas. Some banks usually have their own, hassle-free items in your area, and some might actually have regional partners that don’t charge a fee for withdrawing cash.

If you do belong to a smaller bank that doesn’t have an international presence, then you should plan for that. You can lean on a traveler’s credit card as much as possible, and only take out cash when it is necessary.



4. Budget Your Finances
This may be something that isn’t always on your mind when your parents are around, but when you begin studying abroad, you will need to be aware of your monetary circumstances and budgeting. Just like your mobile service provider, be sure that there’s an agreement with your bank before you actually leave, this will help them not to decline your payments when you’re buying some coffee.

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