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Beyond the Semester: Why a Year Abroad Changes Everything

<p>UCEAP students who studied abroad for a year share why "more is better" when it comes to international education. Through personal stories of transformation, they reveal how a full year abroad allows you to move beyond being a tourist to becoming a true local - experiencing all four seasons, celebrating cultural traditions, and building lasting international friendships. Their experiences show how a year abroad can transform not just your academic journey, but your entire approach to life.

Tips to Maximize Language Immersion on Study Abroad

<p>A UC Los Angeles engineering student shares her journey to master Spanish and connect with her Puerto Rican heritage through study abroad. Despite the challenges of fitting language immersion into a packed STEM schedule, she discovered practical strategies—from living with non-English speakers to consuming Spanish-only media—that helped her achieve fluency in just five months. Her story offers valuable insights for students seeking to maximize their language learning abroad while balancing academic requirements.</p>

6 Reasons Study Abroad is a Priceless Investment

<p>A UCLA student shares six compelling reasons why study abroad is an important investment in your future. From taking unique courses in South Korea's tech scene to building global connections, Ingrid Chang reveals how her experience shaped her career path, personal growth, and worldview. Drawing from her own journey, she offers practical insights on maximizing the study abroad experience while addressing common concerns about living overseas.</p>

6 Reasons Study Abroad is a Priceless Investment

<p>A UCLA student shares six compelling reasons why study abroad is an important investment in your future. From taking unique courses in South Korea's tech scene to building global connections, Ingrid Chang reveals how her experience shaped her career path, personal growth, and worldview. Drawing from her own journey, she offers practical insights on maximizing the study abroad experience while addressing common concerns about living overseas.</p>

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