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Dear Eleanor,

I'm a first-year, and I missed the Study Abroad Fair. I'm very disappointed that I didn't get to learn about the great study abroad opportunities that Brandeis offers. What can I do to get the latest information about the different study abroad programs?

Thanks,

Abroad, Wishing and Yearning

Dear AWAY,

It's great to see that you are already thinking about studying abroad as a first-year student. Brandeis has some fantastic programs all around the world! Don't worry about missing the Study Abroad Fair; you can always get started by visiting the Brandeis study-abroad Web site at www.brandeis.edu/acserv/abroad.

There is no typical Study Abroad experience or location that students choose. Programs vary from the cosmopolitan buzz of Australia to the quaint and scenic villages of Chile. What and where you want to study are entirely your decision! As a first-year, it's a good idea to attend a study-abroad information session; the dates and times are listed on the Office of Study Abroad Web site, on which you can also browse the different study-abroad locations Brandeis has to offer. You'll be amazed to find that there are over 250 programs spanning 70 countries to choose from, and don't be surprised if you're a little overwhelmed at first. Some programs will have certain language requirements or other requirements that you may familiarize yourself with, so that you can get them out of the way sooner rather than later.

Once you identify a few programs that appeal to you, you should meet with a representative from the Office of Study Abroad to learn more about what to do next. It may also be helpful to speak with a student who has been to your country of interest in order to get an insider's viewpoint about what to expect.

And brace yourself-the most exciting news is still to come! If you currently receive financial assistance from Brandeis, then this amount will likely be carried toward the tuition costs of your study abroad program. This means you can study in a foreign country and spend little more than you would normally spend on a semester at Brandeis. Representatives from the Office of Student Financial Services can help you calculate the expenses for your study abroad experience.

I hope this helps ease your concerns about missing the Study Abroad Fair. Rest assured; you will have plenty of opportunities to further explore the study-abroad programs!

Best Wishes,

Eleanor

Ask Eleanor is a service provided by the Roosevelt Fellows, a group of peer academic advisors named after the former first lady to honor her contributions to Brandeis during its foundation. To have your question answered, e-mail askeleanor@brandeis.edu or visit the Roosevelt Fellows office hours in the Office of Academic Services in Usdan, Monday through Friday 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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