Time for a Change: 5 Reasons Why You Should Study Abroad

Have you ever sat in that same old boring classroom, looked outside the window and thought “I need a change”. It’s time to make that change and you will not believe how easy it is. Studying abroad is the answer. In case you’re feeling hesitant; here are a few reasons to push you that extra bit further to finally making that move.

1. Independence/Self-reliance
   What better way to learn about and discover yourself than traveling abroad. Being away from home gives you the opportunity to focus on yourself and figure out what is important to you. Not only will you discover yourself more deeply, but you will also gain a deeper sense of self-responsibility which can’t be taught in a classroom. Having time to yourself and having to take care of yourself has been described (by most students) as the biggest advantage of studying abroad as it gave them an opportunity to grow which they would not have had otherwise.
2. Culture
   The opportunity to enrich yourself in a new culture of your choosing will be of great benefit to you. This is not only while you are studying but also in the future as you develop a sense of cultural sensitivity which will help you in the dynamic and every-changing world of business. If you are interested in learning another language, then there is no better way to do so. Being fully immersed in a culture and its language will really help you’re language skills rather than simply learning it within the walls of a classroom.
3. International jobs
   Studying abroad enhances your ability at finding jobs at an international level meaning you are no longer limited to your home country. Most employers appreciate a student with international experience as they have a tendency to be more responsible and organized. Often enough, the university that you will attend will aid you in finding a job within the country in which you studied which is of great benefit if you plan to have a career overseas.
4. Travel
   This point doesn’t need to be expanded further because everyone loves to travel. Studying abroad gives you the perfect excuse to travel around and explore more than you normally would in your hometown. Imagine studying in Europe, you can spend each weekend in a new, neighboring city.
5. Lifelong friends/networking
   You can never have enough friends; why not expand internationally. They always say that the friends you make at university are your friends for life, why not expand your friendship circle to an international scale. You can guarantee lifelong travel friends as well as a network overseas that will benefit you in the future. You will make friends from countries all over the world meaning you’re list of contacts will grow internationally.

These are just a few reasons why you should take the opportunity to try something new and study abroad. If you’re feeling uncertain toward the idea, just consider all the lasting benefits of the experience that will most definitely outweigh your reasons for holding back.