Category: Latin America

3 Tips for Graduate Students Studying Abroad

August 11, 2016

The majority of students who study abroad with ISEP tend to be undergraduate students. ISEP student James N. is an exception to the norm. He is a graduate student from Arkansas State University spending a full year studying history at Universidad Americana in Nicaragua. James shares a few snippets of advice on how to prepare for a year abroad as a graduate student, manage homesickness and have fun in your host country. … More 3 Tips for Graduate Students Studying Abroad

Choosing a Study Abroad Program for Your Own Goals

August 3, 2016

Studying abroad is an exciting adventure, but it’s more than just traveling around your host region — there are academic goals involved! To make the most of your study abroad experience, try to go in with a clear idea of what you want to get out of your semester, year or summer in another country. San Diego State University student and sociology major Trevor did just that — setting goals, especially in terms of learning Spanish — as he prepared to study at Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso in Chile. Why is Trevor focusing on learning a foreign language? … More Choosing a Study Abroad Program for Your Own Goals

How To Convince Your Parents To Let You Study Abroad

July 12, 2016

You’ve decided you want to study abroad. Great — we’re really excited for you. But what if your parents aren’t quite as pumped as you are? What if they say no? Former Program Officer Rachel encountered some resistance from her parents when she wanted to study abroad in Ecuador. How did she convince her dad to let her go? Read on to learn her tips and tricks. … More How To Convince Your Parents To Let You Study Abroad

How to Make the Most of Food Adventures While Studying Abroad

June 22, 2016

Each time you enter a new country, or even a new region, there are so many things to explore and take in. Obviously you’ll want to hit the big landmarks, see all of the unique geography and if you’re like me you’ll want to visit a few smaller scale places off the beaten path. Many people think the most important part of travel is the landmarks, but to many it is the food. Everywhere you go is likely to have a food that is completely, well, foreign to you. Even if it’s something that doesn’t sound great to you, it’s important to be adventurous! Immerse yourself into your new culture, and give it a try. If you don’t like it, that’s okay. You can say you tried it, and you just might end up with a new favorite food item. … More How to Make the Most of Food Adventures While Studying Abroad

9 Photos That Will Inspire You to Study Abroad

June 16, 2016

Whether you’re an outdoor enthusiast, a big-city lover or an overall adventurer, studying abroad offers endless opportunities. Visiting new places means more than just new sights and views. It means learning to be flexible when the train you planned to take is cancelled last minute, developing cross-cultural communication skills when you have to work through a language barrier, fostering independence through your first solo trip and so much more. But as this is all going on, the views are a great distraction. … More 9 Photos That Will Inspire You to Study Abroad

10 Photos That Will Inspire You to Study Abroad

February 26, 2016

There’s nothing like a photo of a beautiful new spot to make you wish you were traveling. If you’re considering studying abroad, a quick look at these photos is all the convincing you’ll need to see that studying abroad is the right step. These photos were all submitted in the Spring 2016 ISEP Photo Contest, and were taken by ISEP students and alumni during their study abroad experience. They offer a little travel inspiration, and a fun look in to what your own experience could be like! … More 10 Photos That Will Inspire You to Study Abroad

11 Ways to Have the Ultimate Nicaraguan Experience

July 14, 2015

With its pristine beaches and lush rain forests, Nicaragua is quickly becoming a hot spot for tourism. To get more time than just a vacation, you can study abroad in Nicaragua at Universidad Americana. Don’t miss out on these 11 ways to make the most of your time in this beautiful country. 1. Volcano board … More 11 Ways to Have the Ultimate Nicaraguan Experience