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Family housing gives you the chance to immerse yourself in the culture and live among the locals.
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Student residences: Similar to what you have in any college in the US.
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Shared apartments: you can choose to share an apartment with other students.
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Own flat: this is the option that will offer you the most freedom but will hit your wallet the hardest.
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Become A Member
Become A Member
Become A Member
Become A Member
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Find more about Passport & Visas |
Find more about Flights & Transportation |
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Find more about Safety & Health |
Find more about Trips & Excursions |
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Become A Collaborator
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Study Abroad Counselor Programs Study Abroad Counselor gives you the chance as a student to have control over your study abroad experience. You can choose from two types of programs: Pre-arranged and those you can build yourself. The first option allows you to enroll in programs that are already pre-arranged by either SAC or another study abroad administrator. The program comes with preset courses and housing. Meals and flights might also be included in the cost of the program in addition to excursions and weekend trips. The second option gives you the chance to build your own program by choosing the courses you want to attend, housing where you want to live, transportation, side trips, and any other feature you believe will make your experience enjoyable and affordable. The concept is simple; you are given the flexibility to design a program that fits your academic, financial, and lifestyle goals. |
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See how SAC Works With either option you choose, you can use the tools the website has to offer to learn more about the programs and compare different offerings. This allows you to identify programs that offer you the most value. SAC utilizes a common application concept many are familiar with. We ask you to provide application information once, and then we submit it on your behalf to different programs you decide to apply to. Once you are accepted, you will have the chance to browse the listing of different housing options available. Whether you want to stay with a family, share a room, or have your own apartment, an extensive listing at all price points will be available to you. You decide which one will work for you. Once your courses and housing are finalized, SAC will help you get ready for your trip. SAC counselor will assist you with your visa application and add any feature to your study abroad package such as excursions, side trips, cell phone, etc... Don’t wait, find your program today. |
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Family housing gives you the chance to immerse yourself in the culture and live among the locals. Depends on the family, you will have either your own room, or you will share one with another student. Usually it includes half board, towels, linning, and other aminities not available in other types of housing. The challenges might include the family structure and strict rules. If you choose this type of housing, make sure the family fits your life style. |
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Student residences: Similar to what you have in any college in the US. Options might include single or double rooms, internet, furniture, shared bathrooms, half/full board. It is the best way to meet local students especially during a semester program. |
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Shared apartments: you can choose to share an apartment with other students. While it might be one of the more flexible and affordable options, it also requires more responsability from your end. If you choose this option, make sure the location is close to a university or/and transportation. |
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Own flat: this is the option that will offer you the most freedom but will hit your wallet the hardest. SAC sponsored apartments are available at different price point. They centrally located with easy access to transportation and university campuses. |
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A passport is the most important document for your trip. Without it, you won't be able to board your flight, pass through the borders of most countries, or enter back to the US. I know I am stating the obvious but many travelers wait until the last minute to apply for it. That will be a big mistake for most students who going abroad, because in many instances, you will need a visa to study in another country and maintain a legal status while you are there. Student visa application can take a long time, up to 4 months for some countries. Not only will you need a valid passport to apply for visa but a passport with an expiry date that is within the limits required by the country of your destination. For example: Sue's passport expires in 12/2011. She is planning to apply in 03/2011 for her visa to country X. Country X requires the passport to be valid at least 6 months from the time of crossing their borders and obtaining an entry stamp. Even though Sue's passport still has 9 month to expire, she will not enter country X until 09/2011, only 3 months before her passport expires. Sue will be required to renew her passport before applying for X country student visa. This will add another 3 weeks to her visa application.
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As with any travel, you will most likely find yourself looking for a flight ticket. It is never a pleasant experience especially after many of the airlines have added a host of fees that will make anybody's head spin. Many of the domestic fees are still not applicable to international tickets but it is only matter of time. One more reason to be careful when you are buying your tickets. In general, summer programs come with higher travel fares, while with semester programs you can score better deals as you will most likely be traveling outside the high season. If that is not the case you will still have the flexibility to move your dates to avoid them.
This will be one of this life changing experience. Most Americans don't know what life is like without a car, and when you travel abroad, there is no way around it. If your stay is for a semester or longer, the change is even more drastic. You will have to learn to use public transportation in developed countries where safety might not be as much of an issue, and other means of transportation in the rest of the countries. Keep that in mind before signing up for long term programs in countries like Brasil and China. Transportation should be part of researching a destination as it is essential for you to make the most of your experience.
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A passport is the most important document for your trip. Without it, you won't be able to board your flight, pass through the borders of most countries, or enter back to the US. I know I am stating the obvious but many travelers wait until the last minute to apply for it. That will be a big mistake for most students who going abroad, because in many instances, you will need a visa to study in another country and maintain a legal status while you are there. Student visa application can take a long time, up to 4 months for some countries. Not only will you need a valid passport to apply for visa but a passport with an expiry date that is within the limits required by the country of your destination. For example: Sue's passport expires in 12/2011. She is planning to apply in 03/2011 for her visa to country X. Country X requires the passport to be valid at least 6 months from the time of crossing their borders and obtaining an entry stamp. Even though Sue's passport still has 9 month to expire, she will not enter country X until 09/2011, only 3 months before her passport expires. Sue will be required to renew her passport before applying for X country student visa. This will add another 3 weeks to her visa application.
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As with any travel, you will most likely find yourself looking for a flight ticket. It is never a pleasant experience especially after many of the airlines have added a host of fees that will make anybody's head spin. Many of the domestic fees are still not applicable to international tickets but it is only matter of time. One more reason to be careful when you are buying your tickets. In general, summer programs come with higher travel fares, while with semester programs you can score better deals as you will most likely be traveling outside the high season. If that is not the case you will still have the flexibility to move your dates to avoid them.This will be one of this life changing experience. Most Americans don't know what life is like without a car, and when you travel abroad, there is no way around it. If your stay is for a semester or longer, the change is even more drastic. You will have to learn to use public transportation in developed countries where safety might not be as much of an issue, and other means of transportation in the rest of the countries. Keep that in mind before signing up for long term programs in countries like Brasil and China. Transportation should be part of researching a destination as it is essential for you to make the most of your experience.
Some other PreArranged you may be interested in
Some other Programs you may be interested in
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