A recent post by Students Explore Australia looked at many of the benefits and drawbacks of the study abroad experience. For some, traveling to a new country can be something they have looked forward to for years. Others though might be hesitant to leave their friends and family before going to a part of the world they barely know.
For a brief taste of the article, here are a few points to be made for each side of the overseas education argument:
Pros
- New outlooks and perspectives
- Adventures and life experiences
- Improved salary/career prospects
Cons
- Homesickness
- Tuition costs
- Culture shock
To read the full post, we encourage you to check it out on the SEA website. It’s full of information and insight that will prove useful to any student considering studying abroad to further their education.