Hi everyone!

For those of you planning to study abroad, I'm curious to know what part of the process feels the most challenging right now.

I will be studying in Japan (Nagoya) and my meal stipend is 30,000 yen per month for all of my meals. I am aware that college food is very cheap but I'm not certain 30,000 will be able to get me 3 meals a day for a month. Is 30,000 reasonable or am I getting scammed?

Hi everyone,

I’m currently a first-year Electrical Engineering student studying abroad, and I’m finding university very challenging. Some background info: I was always one of the top students in high school, graduating with a 3.88/4.0 GPA, and I was decent in calculus and physics, getting A’s. I knew engineering would be much more demanding than high school, but I believed I could manage it given my background. However, I recently completed my first Calculus 1 midterm and scored 1.1 out of 10, which left me shocked. I genuinely tried to study, even if I didn’t fully understand the material. I sat for 30 minutes just staring at the paper before I could start writing anything. I only managed to answer 4 out of 10 questions and, as mentioned, scored 1.1. I understand this is what I signed up for, and I knew it wouldn’t be easy, but now that I’m here, I’m unsure if I can handle it. My math skills are lacking compared to the level we’re covering, and I need guidance on how to study effectively.

What truly hurts is the sacrifices my mother and grandmother made for me to be here (my father isn’t in the picture, so they are my main support). I could have taken the easier route by staying in my home country and graduating from a less challenging engineering program at a lower-ranked university, but I chose to study abroad for better education and opportunities. I can’t go back and tell them I wasn’t up for it, as their sacrifices would seem in useless. One of the main reasons I went abroad was the 3-year European degree program, compared to the 4-year program in my home country. I wanted to graduate and succeed as soon as possible to repay my mother and grandma and become even half the people they are. Returning home would be proof that I couldn’t handle the pressure, and I don’t want that. I don’t want to have “what if” thoughts. I want to succeed, graduate with good grades, but mentally, I’m in a tough place. If anyone has been in a similar situation, please share what you did. How did you study? How did you overcome the pressure? How can I completely change my mindset and achieve good grades? I need reassurance that I made the right decision coming here.

I've been researching on different countries and I'm curious about y'all's opinion. Is belgium worth it? For business and entrepreneurship course?

Has anyone applied to monash uni for FEB 2027 intake?

Hi guys, I am in 11th grade (PCM) from india, and i do score between 85-92% i just came across italy 🇮🇹 bachelor cause they have scholarship [DSU] and good unis with QS ranking in technology

At this point I have done so much research for bachelors in other countries but only Italy is making sense for affordable studies. (But Italy do have job's problem) so i am considering only study there for bachelors.

After my bachelors i have thought of

1)masters from Germany or any other country immediately with scholarship

or just

2)coming back to my home country for a job upto 2 yrs and then applying for masters in Data science related fields.

I have done so much research, now i just want real review and advice by ppl studying there on education, jobs,masters,safety for girls,cons,pros

And what do u guys think studying there is more abt cons or pros ? For someone who is interested in education and affordability

please share ur advice on my masters plan,like how much realistic this plan is

Hi everyone! I’m planning to study abroad in Italy for the spring semester, but I’m running into issues getting a student visa appointment and could really use some advice.

I go to a university in Pennsylvania, but my primary residence is in New York. I’ve been checking both the New York and Philadelphia consulates, but there are currently no appointments available that work with my timeline, and I’m worried about being able to get my visa before my program starts in late January.

Has anyone been in a similar situation? Has anyone had luck finding appointments through cancellations, getting help from their study abroad office, or using any alternative visa assistance services?

I’m getting pretty stressed about the timeline, so any advice or personal experiences would be really appreciated. Thank you!!

I want to study in Japan but I'm not that much financially stable either my family. Is there any possible way to get scholarship? And what I need to get the scholarship? ECA & SAT? ACT is actually worth it to help? My target course is engineering and for undergraduation and I've 1 year gap.

And if japan seems impossible for me then which country will be wiser

Hi!
I’m studying abroad in Spain, in a homestay (i’m unsure if they speak any English or not), and I don’t really know Spanish. Obviously now I am practicing and can speak some sentences and understand some Spanish, but definitely not enough to get by if I had to rely on solely Spanish.
Did anyone else have a similar situation and still enjoy study abroad? I’m very nervous that i’m going to hate my life in a homestay for 6 months. Will I really pick up Spanish quickly if i’m exposed to it 24/7? I mainly picked Spain so I could learn Spanish, and I know homestay is the best way to do that, so that’s why I chose to do it.
Any input would be appreciated

Hi everyone! 👋

I'm a prospective Computer Engineering student from Egypt. I’m currently preparing my application for a scholarship at Universitas Muhammadiyah Yogyakarta (UMY) for the upcoming intake.

I’m super excited about the prospect of studying in Indonesia, but I’d love to get some real, first-hand insights from locals and current/former UMY students before making the big move!

I have a few specific questions and would really appreciate your honest thoughts and advice:

UMY & Academics: How is the overall academic quality, atmosphere, and campus life at UMY, particularly for engineering/tech majors? Are professors international-student-friendly?

UniRes (Student Residence): I’ll likely be staying at UniRes during my first year. How are the living conditions and facilities (Wi-Fi, room spaces, noise, and kitchen setup)? Is it easy to get along with roommates and staff?

Life in Yogyakarta: How is Jogja for international students? I’ve heard it’s the cultural and educational capital of Indonesia, but how is it day-to-day in terms of vibes and safety?

Cost of Living & Food: How far does a student budget stretch in Jogja? Are local places (Warung/Warmindo) and local chicken spots easy to navigate for non-Indonesian speakers? Also, how accessible/affordable are supermarkets like Super Indo, Indomaret, or Alfamart around campus?

Weekend Trips & Fun: What are the best budget-friendly spots to hang out, explore nature, or take day trips around Jogja when taking a break from studying and coding?

If you have any tips on adapting to local culture or student life in Jogja, please feel free to drop them!

Terima kasih / Thank you so much in advance! 🙏

Hi there,

I'm an intl, who wants to study philosophy in Italy and get my bachelor's degree there. I needed to know how such a degree is seen by employers and what I can do with that degree and whether I can later specialize my focus in tech.

I just turned 20 and will graduate HS this year in July 2027 and get my national HS diploma in that time, and I have a DET result of 130.

I have some extracurricular backgrounds as well and want to know whether my age and timeline make any issues for me and where I should apply for, like a uni that I can give back by working and have a scholarship with that, because my family's financial background is not enough for Italy, and my GPA is 90.8 out of 100 here, which is like 3.8 out of 4.0 in the American system.

I'm like, also stuck in between choosing philosophy, math, physics, and CS, I can't study one specific thing and not mix it with another; my mind can't work in a linear way. It's so hard for me not to associate everything together.

Will having my HS diploma in July 2027 hurt my application as well?

I genuinely appreciate your help.

My SSC result is 2022- 4.94.

My Hsc Result is 2025-3.58 both science.

Is it really late or unacceptable to go abroard any country for better future, ,or Am I just delusional about it?

People who go through it ,Please suggest me a realistic way

My father is a garments worker day by day I am becoming a

Burden to him.

Hey! Im from India, currently in Class 11 with PCM, and Im trying to figure out my options for studying Computer Science abroad after Class 12.

I'm particularly interested in countries like Germany and Singapore, but Im open to other places too if they have good universities and realistic funding opportunities.

My biggest concern is the financial side of things. I'm hoping to find scholarships that cover most, ideally all, of the expenses rather than just tuition fees.

I'm still early in the process, so I'd like to use the next couple of years wisely instead of rushing everything in Class 12.

A few things I'd love some insight into:

• Which countries are actually worth considering for CS if you're applying from India?
• How realistic is getting a fully funded bachelor's degree abroad? Which scholarships are worth looking into?
• What should I be doing right now in Class 11 to improve my chances?
• Are exams like the SAT and IELTS worth preparing for? Are there other entrance exams I should know about?
• For Germany specifically, how does the admission process work for Indian students after Class 12?
• If full funding isn't realistic in some countries, what are the best alternatives?

I'd especially appreciate advice from Indian students who've applied to foreign universities or are currently studying there. Personal experiences, useful resources, and things you wish you'd known earlier would be great.

I'm trying to understand what's genuinely achievable before committing to a particular country or pathway. Thanks!

My sat 1460, Ielts 7.0, gpa 4.35/5 some coding projects, I know 5 languages, some job experiences. Can you suggest country or university where I can get scholarships. Us and canada are too expensive for me.

Hi everyone! This is my first time posting on Reddit, so please bear with me.

I’m a teenager from Russia, completely self-taught in art, and currently in my second year of an online college program specializing in Game Art, Animation, and Cinematic Animation. My ultimate dream is to move to Sweden (or Scandinavia in general) to study and work in the creative/gaming industry.

My family (parents and cats!) is planning to move with me, which makes it less scary, but I still have so many questions and would love to hear your experiences or advice:

Is Sweden a good choice for game art/animation? I know the gaming industry there is huge, but how hard is it for a foreigner to break into?

Language: Should I focus entirely on mastering my English first, or start learning Swedish right away?

Culture & People: What is the atmosphere like for expats? What are the biggest challenges foreigners face there?Any advice on universities, portfolios, or just general life in Sweden would be deeply appreciated.

Thank you so much! :)

Hello everyone! I'm 16 and I want to study abroad! One thing tho, my family has a low-income, I was wondering if there's low-income foreign exchange programs, or can I apply for low-income? Also are their anyways that I can't do it without a school counselor? I've looked into some but I'm a skeptical person so I know. If push comes to shove then I'll just do something else.. thank you for listening to me at Ted talk.

Edit: okay okay, it took me like 10 minutes to figure this out. I left some details out like dork so here

1. I'm American
2. And I plan on doing for a year
3. Also I'm a junior in high school

Hello,
I(F22) really want to study abroad but I’m also really afraid of two things: it being too expensive to me and my parents to afford or that I end up failing everything and never get a job so I have very few hope of it being a good thing also I’m thinking wherever I should do my bachelor degree abroad or my masters in Canada or Germany(I have more countries in mind but those two are more prominent in my mind)
By the to do study abroad in those countries I need to any kind of test or additional year? If so I’ll try to prepare myself for that.
By the way if you guys have suggestions of countries that may suit myself better you can put in the comments.

Which country is better for international students?
(for UNDERGRAD)