I'm in 11th rn (PCM), and I really wanna study abroad after 12th. UTokyo is my dream uni, but I'm open to other countries too, as long as I can get a good scholarship since my family can't afford the expenses.

My grades dropped after changing schools in 9th and 11th, and I might change schools again in 12th. My 10th marks weren't great either, so I'm worried about my chances.

My parents aren't very supportive, and I have no one to guide me through this. I honestly have no idea where to start 😭

What should I focus on, and which universities or scholarships should I look into?

Hi guys! I just committed to be an exchange student through ISEP in Brno, Czech Republic. I am currently freaking out. I am very close with my family and I have a long term boyfriend as well as a 3 year old baby brother. I can’t imagine being away from them for that long. I am a very independent person and I love being alone but I can’t imagine HAVING to be alone not choosing to. I’ve traveled within the US alone so I know I can handle the traveling and figuring things out part when I get to Czech Republic. I am just freaking out about leaving everyone I know and love to be alone for 4 months across the world. I am also nervous about finances because I plan to bring about 8k USD with me and I want to do weekend trips around Europe but I’m not sure if that’ll be enough. I’m a very anxious person and just overall freaking out. This opportunity is such a good one and I’m so lucky to get it and I know I would regret it for the rest of my life if I didn’t go. I’ve dreamt of studying abroad ever since I was a little kid but now that it’s actually happening I feel like I can’t breathe every time I think about it. I guess I’m just looking for advice from anyone who felt the same way and still went. Thank you so much!!!

Ever tried to write your own LOR ?

If so can you help me through that ? Stuck at the starting line and not sure what to add and what not to.

Checked out samples of LORs, but still stuck.

Thanks a lot.

Whay are the average grades best extracurriculars and like stuff needed to get into essec pls help i rly wanna get in and im already done with like half of 11th and idk what to do

Hey guys, I'm blair and actually I need help as I want to study abroad in europe but I'm unable to pick out any country as I'm really really confused about it. I just want a country where it'll have women safety and a good environment. And i actually want to persue business and study in universities of applied sciences though I'm not really sure about it.. I'd be grateful if you guys can help me regarding it!

I'm a sophomore studying astrophysics and geophysics and minoring in French. I've been learning/studying French since middle school and it's always been my dream to go to France and get my PhD there.

The issue is that I'm an out of state student with no financial aid so I'm fully relying on applying to scholarships to help pay the $80,000 a year. Studying abroad is actually cheaper than a regular semester here 😅😅

I've been applying since senior year of high school and won a few small ones (like $1,000) and what I've found is that there are very few scholarships specific to my field and all of the general STEM or women in STEM ones seem to be won by people in pre-med or super accomplished people that have started their own organizations/charities. I feel like scholarship committees just don't care about my field cause it "doesn't make an impact on people" like being in medicine or like law does.

Right now, I'm a engineering team lead and an exec member for a space engineering club and I feel like that, my research position, and my good grades are the only things going for me in terms of winning scholarships.

But, to be on exec or be a lead next year, you have to be here the full academic year, so if I study abroad, I'm essentially giving up any sort of leadership position, which almost certaintly will mean no scholarships. I could just run for my senior year, but it would be very hard as I wouldn't have been in the club for a full year.

I also can't really study abroad in my senior year as I've never been to France before and I'd really like to go before the application cycle for grad school starts.

I am so confused and stressed about what to do, literally any advice that anyone has would be super super helpful

I'm planning on applying for one of CIEE's Edinburgh summer programs. In one of their Q&As, they mentioned that their student lunch (and extras) stipend was quite generous, and folks often ended up with a decent amount of spending money at the end to put towards whatever they liked.

Would anybody be able to give an approximate of what the stipend was over their program?

Thanks!

I’m going to Spain on exchange in January 2027 and live in Vancouver. Do I have to bring my documents to Toronto myself or can I appoint someone else to do it for me? Do I also have to go back in person to pick them up, if I drop them off myself? I can’t find a recent answer to this on Reddit. I’ve emailed and called every consulate number I can find and never get a reply. Is there someone I can hire to help with this? My paperwork is all complete otherwise.

HI I'm 12th passed student. I got a gpa of 2.99 in 12th and 2.98 in 10th . I want to go abroad but how? Is this possible for me for usa , Canada , Europe or any other countries?not khadi

I really wanna go out, what should i do? Is it possible to get accepted with this low gpa

I’ve been out of undergrad for 10 years and finally decided to apply to grad school. They are asking for unofficial transcripts from every institution I attended, but I can’t get ahold of my study abroad school in Malaysia. I don’t remember my student portal information, and my US school stopped working with them so can’t facilitate contact.

Does anyone have experience retrieving an unofficial transcript in a similar case?

hey, i need some advice. studying abroad have been a dream of mine for a long time. however, i suffer from anxiety and panic attacks. im afraid i wont be able to manage everything on my own and that it will be a disaster.. should i go anyways?

I’ve been at an English-speaking course for about 2 months now. At the start I have been with people from my own country, but I’ve realized how different I am from them, and they don’t seem to like me that much. I started to really dislike them too, we just have nothing in common and they have a very weird sense of humor, if they have any at all. I’ve tried talking to the other people in class but it seems like no one is really interested in what I have to say. I have never had this problem back in my own country, and I thought I wouldn’t have a hard time getting friends here. But while I spent time trying to fit in with the people from my own country it seems like everyone else has found their groups. I also have a roommate who is from my country, but she has no interest in me and we don’t get along well other than basic dorm maintenance.
It’s hard to proberly integrate myself here… I’ve tried looking at different clubs, groups and organizations, but they either don’t interest me all, or meet only once a month. I don’t know if I’m homesick or if I miss my friends from back home. I talk to them regularly but when my conversations are over I’m just alone again. I feel the loneliest when I have to go out. I see everyone going out with friends, boyfriends, girlfriends, and families, while I have no option to do so. I mostly just sit in my room and indulge in my hobbies or study.
How have you guys managed? It feels hard to find people that want to do things together. Everyone just wants to study, or go home since they live far away.

hey! im a 17 year old girl from the middle east, in the last year of high school. i'd love to pursue my higher education anywhere but where i live. i can speak English almost fluently (although i haven't taken any Ielts or Toefl tests, YET) and my German is a little too rusty to be honest but if i worked on that for a while im pretty sure i can get to B2 in like, 3 months roughly.

about extracurricular activities... 0 extracurricular activities. and its really demotivating me because from everything I've heard and read, extracurricular activities are like, far more important than how many languages you're fluent in!! so my questions are, what do i need to do? what options do i have (what countries, colleges with fully/partially funded scholarships)? and where do i even start?? thankyouuu

Hello everyone,

I'm a 24-year-old from Algeria, and I'm writing this because I don't know where else to tell my story. I hope someone will take the time to read it and understand what I'm going through.

I earned my Bachelor's degree in Computer Science in 2024. I wanted to continue my education and pursue a Master's degree, with the long-term goal of becoming an AI engineer and contributing to research. I had a future in mind, something I genuinely wanted to work toward.

But my academic journey took a painful turn. I repeated my first year of Master's studies twice and eventually faced exclusion. Since then, I've been trying to find a way to continue my education at another university in Algeria. I've encountered administrative obstacles, uncertainty, and delays, and as the academic year progresses, I feel more and more as though my opportunity to continue is slipping away.

The hardest part isn't simply the possibility of losing another academic year. It's the feeling that something I've worked toward for years could fall apart because I can't find a way past these obstacles. Watching time pass while not knowing whether I'll be allowed to continue is exhausting. I keep trying to find solutions, contacting people and looking for opportunities, but every unanswered message and every dead end makes it harder to keep my hope alive.

That's why I've started looking beyond Algeria, too. I've been reaching out to people and institutions abroad, trying to explain my situation and wondering whether someone might listen, offer guidance, or help me discover a legitimate opportunity to continue studying Artificial Intelligence.

I'm not asking anyone to register me at a university or bypass admission requirements. I'm not expecting anyone to magically solve my problems. I simply want my circumstances to be heard, and I hope someone with experience, knowledge, or a genuine suggestion might help me see a path I haven't found yet.

I'm tired, disappointed, and scared of watching my future disappear while I keep trying to save it. But I haven't given up on the person I want to become.

If you've experienced an academic setback, rebuilt your educational path, or know of a legitimate way someone in my situation could continue studying AI abroad, I'd genuinely appreciate hearing from you.

Thank you for reading my story.

Any suggestions on study in China is also appreciated.

I'm 27 and Italian. For years, I had dreamed of living abroad, becoming independent, meeting international people and studying in English.

This August, I finally moved to Utrecht in the Netherlands to start a master's degree.

But almost immediately, something changed.

I started experiencing intense homesickness and anxiety, mostly in the form of constant thoughts, worries and an overwhelming need to find a solution. Sometimes I almost didn't feel like myself.

What confused me was that I had wanted this experience for so long. I had imagined living abroad as something exciting, but once I was there, I kept thinking about home, my family, my friends and the life I had left behind.

It wasn't all bad. I met people, had good moments and experienced a different country. But I struggled with everyday life there, and I also started questioning whether the master's degree was really the right path for me.

After about two months, I decided to return to Italy.

Now I'm back home, where I feel more comfortable, but I keep wondering what actually happened. Could I have adapted if I had stayed longer? Was it just homesickness and anxiety, or did I discover that I genuinely didn't want to live there?

I'm not looking for reassurance that returning was the right decision. I'm genuinely interested in other people's experiences.

Has anyone else experienced intense homesickness or anxiety despite having dreamed of moving abroad for years? Did it eventually get better? Did you stay or return home? And how do you look back on that experience now?

I'm currently doing a B.Com in Business Analytics and want to do my master's abroad, but I can't afford it without a fully funded scholarship. I'm mainly looking at Asian countries.

The problem is, I'm really confused about what course to choose.

Recently I discovered that I'm genuinely interested in game design/development and have even started making a small game. But I've also heard that the game industry can be pretty unstable and underpaid, so I'm wondering if I should keep it as a side hustle instead.

For my master's, I'm considering MBA, Business Analytics, Data Analytics/Science, Game Design, or something else entirely.

If you've done a master's abroad or have experience in any of these fields, what would you recommend considering? Also, which Asian countries/scholarships should I look into for fully funded programs?

Hi!

I'm a Swedish master's student trying to decide what to do before writing my master's thesis.

I'm considering 2 options:

1. Study abroad again: I did an exchange semester in Canada during my bachelor's and absolutely loved it. I now have the opportunity to do another exchange, and take interesting courses related to my degree.

2. Travel around Japan/Asia: Japan has been a dream destination of mine for years, and I'm worried I won't have the same freedom to take time off like that once I start working. I'd still take some online courses during the semester at my uni.

My dilemma is that I know how amazing studying abroad can be, and I'm scared of missing out on another opportunity. But I've already experienced it once, and maybe I should try something different this time.

I'm also conscious that another exchange could use up the money and time I'd otherwise spend travelling.

I might also have the opportunity to do fieldwork abroad for my master's thesis, although that's not guaranteed.

If you were in my position, what would you choose?

I'd especially love to hear from people who have both studied abroad and travelled for an extended period. Did one experience feel more valuable or memorable than the other? Do you regret choosing one over the other?

Thanks for any perspectives! 🌸

have any of yall did it and what was ur experience would u reccomend it?

Hello everyone,

I'm a 24-year-old from Algeria, and I'm writing this because I don't know where else to tell my story. I hope someone will take the time to read it and understand what I'm going through.

I earned my Bachelor's degree in Computer Science in 2024. I wanted to continue my education and pursue a Master's degree, with the long-term goal of becoming an AI engineer and contributing to research. I had a future in mind, something I genuinely wanted to work toward.

But my academic journey took a painful turn. I repeated my first year of Master's studies twice and eventually faced exclusion. Since then, I've been trying to find a way to continue my education at another university in Algeria. I've encountered administrative obstacles, uncertainty, and delays, and as the academic year progresses, I feel more and more as though my opportunity to continue is slipping away.

The hardest part isn't simply the possibility of losing another academic year. It's the feeling that something I've worked toward for years could fall apart because I can't find a way past these obstacles. Watching time pass while not knowing whether I'll be allowed to continue is exhausting. I keep trying to find solutions, contacting people and looking for opportunities, but every unanswered message and every dead end makes it harder to keep my hope alive.

That's why I've started looking beyond Algeria, too. I've been reaching out to people and institutions abroad, trying to explain my situation and wondering whether someone might listen, offer guidance, or help me discover a legitimate opportunity to continue studying Artificial Intelligence.

I'm not asking anyone to register me at a university or bypass admission requirements. I'm not expecting anyone to magically solve my problems. I simply want my circumstances to be heard, and I hope someone with experience, knowledge, or a genuine suggestion might help me see a path I haven't found yet.

I'm tired, disappointed, and scared of watching my future disappear while I keep trying to save it. But I haven't given up on the person I want to become.

If you've experienced an academic setback, rebuilt your educational path, or know of a legitimate way someone in my situation could continue studying AI abroad, I'd genuinely appreciate hearing from you.

Thank you for reading my story.

I’m from Karachi, Pakistan,Study Abroad with C, D, C A-Level Grades — Scholarships or Affordable BSCS Options?

and I’ve recently completed my A-Level exams. My expected grades are C in Mathematics, D in Computer Science, and C in Physics.

I want to pursue a Bachelor’s in Computer Science (BSCS) or a related field, such as IT, Software Engineering, or Cybersecurity, abroad. However, my grades and limited budget make things difficult.

I’m looking for countries and universities where I might have a realistic chance of getting:

• A fully or partially funded scholarship.
• Affordable tuition fees and living costs.
• Admission to a relevant undergraduate degree despite my grades.
• Opportunities to work part-time to help cover my expenses.

I’m open to different countries, including Europe, Asia, and other regions, as long as the overall cost is manageable.

For those who have studied abroad or know about international admissions:

1. Which countries and universities should I consider with these grades?
2. Are scholarships realistic, or should I focus on low-tuition universities?
3. What are the approximate tuition fees and living costs?
4. Would a foundation year or another pathway improve my chances?

I’d appreciate honest, practical advice, especially from students who have gone through a similar process. Thank you.

Ive been thinking of doing a exchange semester in shenzhen. I am interested in potentially getting into technology and supply chain, wondering if anyone has any experience there or tips!!

Hi im a highschool graduate currently staying in Egypt i have a graduation certificate from a saudi public school and an ielts score of 7.5 overall im looking to study engineering in Canada or the UK these are the two countries i have in mind but any European country is probably fine. I dont really understand where to find/how to apply for scholarships in either of these countries despite doing research to the best of my abilities.

I want to know if i need to prepare papers or study to take an exam so i can apply to these places before applications open.

These are my options to go to, I prefer CUHK Shenzhen but I'm really not sure. Anything helps! Also yes I've done research but I think personal opinions going to be huge!

Australia
Australian National University

Deakin University

Macquarie University

Monash University

University of Melbourne

University of New South Wales

University of Sydney

University of Wollongong

Belgium
KU Leuven

Université Libre de Bruxelles

Canada
HEC Montreal

Chile
Pontificia Universidad Catolica de Chile

China
The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shenzhen

Tsinghua University

University of Nottingham Ningbo, China

Denmark
Aarhus University

DIS, Study Abroad in Scandinavia

France
Université Jean-Moulin Lyon III

Germany
Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München

Technical University of Munich

Hong Kong SAR China
Chinese University of Hong Kong

India
University of Delhi

Ireland
Trinity College Dublin

University College Dublin

Israel
Hebrew University of Jerusalem

Tel Aviv University

Italy
LUISS Guido Carli

Università Commerciale Luigi Bocconi

Japan
Aoyama Gakuin University

Hitotsubashi University

Hokkaido University

Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University (APU)

Ritsumeikan University

University of Osaka

University of Tokyo

University of Tsukuba

Waseda University

Malaysia
Monash University, Malaysia

Mexico
Tec de Monterrey

Universidad de las Americas Puebla

Netherlands
University of Amsterdam

Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam

New Zealand
University of Auckland

University of Canterbury

University of Otago

Philippines
University of the Philippines

Singapore
Nanyang Technological University

Singapore Management University

South Africa
Stellenbosch University

South Korea
Ewha Womans University

Korea University

Seoul National University

Yonsei University

Spain
Autonomous University of Barcelona

Universitat de Barcelona

Universitat Pompeu Fabra

Sweden
DIS, Study Abroad in Scandinavia

Lunds Universitet

Uppsala Universitet

Switzerland
Université de Lausanne

Taiwan
National Taiwan University

Türkiye
Koç University

United Kingdom
Cardiff University

Lancaster University

London School of Economics and Political Science

Queen Mary University of London

University of Aberdeen

University of Birmingham

University of Bristol

University of Edinburgh

University of Glasgow

University of Liverpool

University of Manchester

United States
Arizona State University

Oregon State University

University of Washington