An Education Abroad

What do Roman walls, bird watching, and a growing number of merit scholarships have in common? It has to be the University of York in the UK! We're joined by the always charming Mubarik Ibrahim, marking the first time in this podcast that one person has represented two unis, to talk about the joys of Clearing, the practicalities of liberal arts, and how London is the greatest city in the world...

Today we're going in a completely different direction; for nearly 45 episodes, we've focused on the undergraduate experience. However, a growing number of people are interested in research opportunities. One of the most interesting places in the UK to pursue a PhD in History is the Institute of Historical Research, a part of the School of Advanced Study at the University of London. Its Dir...

One of the biggest concerns students (and their families) have about applying to universities in the UK is what happens if they miss the requirements of their conditional offer. In this episode, we talk about what to do if that happens, and how sometimes, it isn't always a bad thing.

Thanks to everyone who let me know there was something off with the last podcast; I've re-recorded it, so enjoy!

This week, we're doing the opposite of an FAQ, instead focusing on things I wish everyone knew about international admissions. We're talking about everything from testing (and why you shouldn't be afraid of it), to making the most of your identity in your personal statement, and even the one time I recommend going to medical school overseas.

May is on-boarding month for us, especially following AP exams, so it's no surprise that we spend a lot of time answering questions about the whole idea of going overseas. In this podcast, we address the most frequently asked ones; that said, there are some shifts in thinking, so even if you're an expert, you might be surprised to hear how the overseas education world is changing.

Imagine going to an Irish medical school in Malta? Or getting an Australian business degree in Singapore? Or a British chemistry qualification in China? Increasingly, third nation qualifications, where a person from country A earns a degree in country B from a university that follows the educational traditions of country C, are becoming a fact as universities seek to broaden their enrollments, and...

When your wife is a family and estate lawyer, and one of your best friends is a financial advisor, a lot of your conversations lean towards the macabre. While we've discussed 529 plans, there's always the chance that you might have to make plans for the worst case scenario. Luckily, we've got two people who can do it with a lot of grace and humor. Austin Decker is an Investment Advisor...

Unless you're limiting yourself to a handful of programs (or Ireland), if you want to study in the EU, you're going to need to speak another language. There can be considerable savings in tuition and living expenses, as well as an incredible experience that ensures no one ever doubts your ability in that language. But how do we measure it? This episode addresses a conversation we're in...

Let's face it, the end of March can be tough. But that doesn't mean you're not without options! Thomas Day of Newcastle joins us to talk about late applications in the UK. Whether you're looking at Extra, Clearing, or just an application after the deadline of equal consideration, plenty of British universities still have spots open.

Welcome to Season 2 of the An Education Abroad Podcast! Over the past several years, I've focused especially on more traditional routes to higher education overseas, but that doesn't mean that there aren't plenty of great options for students with dual enrollment or transfer credits. Emma Schwartz and Ashley Warmington recently founded Transfer Abroad Network, a platform that helps stu...

IE University is one of the most popular choices for my students, and we're lucky enough to be joined by Cora Morrison, the Senior Manager for North America Undergraduate Recruitment of IE, to learn why. Big city? Check! Fairy tale-esque college town? Check! Global network deep at the heart of business? Check! Yet somehow still engaged with humanities, social sciences, and even natural science...

We've been talking a lot about Oceanic universities lately, and for good reason! It's not too late to apply for the fall, applications are stress free, and they can save you thousands! Today I talk with Ashley Monaghan, and we discuss everything from admissions at one of the world's top universities to how this job makes me feel like a Disney character.

Ever want to disappear to the other side of the world and nerd out (or is that just me?) Then you might want to consider the southernmost university in the world, the University of Otago in New Zealand. I'm joined by Teri Higgins, a proud Otago alum, to talk about just how welcoming the university is, despite being one of the most storied unis in the English-speaking world.

This week we're joined by Alex, a second-year student at the University of Glasgow. Alex had perhaps the most stressful route to uni that any of our students has ever had, but she is clearly doing well. Beyond Clearing, Alex also tells us about student life at the University of Glasgow, and how students can expect to blow off steam while at uni.

When I posted about later applications to the UK on TikTok (laugh it up, as I definitely am), I went from 94 followers to nearly a thousand. Clearly, there's some demand for this! In this episode, I put special emphasis on routes for students who don't have a lot of AP tests.

One of the most rewarding parts of our work has to be the students, and this year was no exception. We're looking forward to bringing perspectives from more than a few of our students this year, but we thought we'd kick things off with Ella, a future history student at UCL. Ella and I talk about the admissions process in the UK and try not to get distracted by our mutual love of history; w...

The past few months have seen a lot of talk about international students in other countries; Australia has seen more than it's fair share. We have Todd St. Vrain from the University of Melbourne on to talk about what it all means for Americans.

James Cook University has a ton going for it: It's got a tropical location, three amazing campuses (including one in Singapore that is wonderful for students looking to enter one of the most dynamic job markets on Earth!), and incredibly straightforward admissions for American students. They've also got my good friend Emma Schwartz, who is an amazing advocate for the university (and co-host of the...

Want to really get away? I mean really get away? Then think about New Zealand! As Kelsey Jackson of VUW explains, there are tremendous options in New Zealand, not the least of which Victoria University of Wellington. As if New Zealand wasn't awesome enough (and it is), they've got incredible admissions standards for Americans.

There is a ton of misinformation out there about paying for college. Some people will try to convince you to negotiate the price of college like it's a used car. Others will suggest that you declare your child independent. In addition to being wrong, a lot of these are unethical (or even illegal!) You won't get that sort of misinformation from Brock Jolly, Founder of the College Funding Coach. Are...

We've been receiving a lot more questions about how to apply to universities overseas than usual. A lot of people are expressing an interest in transferring, perhaps as soon as the next semester. Luckily there are still routes to doing so, at least for a few more days, if you're willing to go to Australia. I'm joined by Todd St. Vrain from the University of Melbourne and Emma Schwartz of James Coo...

It's no secret that I think Durham University is pretty great, so we're pretty excited to have Jessa Collings, the Deputy Head of International Student Recruitment at Durham, around to talk about what makes it one of the most unique universities in the UK. From the fact it feels like a North American liberal arts college in a smaller college town to the liberal arts programs offered by the univers...

Not many business schools can offer a sailing team on Lake Como, exclusive access to Milan Fashion Week, and one of the most integrated global alumni networks. But Bocconi can. From their straightforward approach to admissions to their emphasis on preserving Italy's global heritage, Thea Mauro has every reason to be proud of her alma mater, where she currently works in the International Recruitmen...

Established as a university to train hospitality professionals, EHL is now one of the leading business schools in Europe. As Nicolas Terrieux shares, their focus on both hard and soft skills of business and culture make them an exceptionally attractive choice to the right student, and chances are the right student is a more broad term that you might think.