Studying overseas can bring about a whirlwind of emotions not only prior to departure and during your stay, but also afterward when returning home. No matter the amount of time you’ve been abroad, it’s important to reflect on your experiences and appreciate the life-changing moments you’ve had. 

EdOdyssey is grateful for all our students have been involved in our past programs, especially our study abroad alumni from our Peru program who were inspired to call Lima, Peru their home for semester. They have returned from one of the most enriching experiences of their lives, and we are grateful to have shared their journey. 

It’s the season of gratitude! In the spirit of Thanksgiving, there is so much to be grateful for! A major element of my life, along with many, is the gift of exploration. It has fueled many profound changes in my life. Here are eight reasons why studying abroad and traveling makes us thankful…

“Wow! Your Spanish is so good! How long have you been studying it?” You may hear this type of compliment during your time studying abroad, but it takes some commitment before and during study abroad for up and coming language learners.

Have you asked yourself: “Do I have what it takes to study abroad?” The answer to this question is quite simply, YES. Studying abroad can be a part of anyone’s educational journey because there are more opportunities for you to find the best program for you and a lot of flexibility with the programs! The wide variety of programs that offer shorter and longer durations.

As humans, we can plan ideas in our heads and create justifications without exploring the emotion before these reasons. For example,  sometimes we create excuses to avoid facing difficult truths without exploring our options.