• Chrissia – Admin posted an update

    1 week, 1 day ago

    We’re excited to invite you to our next Beyond the States webinar all about taking a Gap Year in Europe.

    Whether you’re actively planning a gap year, just starting to explore the idea, or supporting a student who is, this session will give you the clarity and inspiration you need.

    📅 When: Tuesday, June 4th
    🕢 Time: 7:30 PM EST
    💻 Where: Google M…[Read more]

    Status Image
  • Kristin Hamaker posted an update

    1 week, 2 days ago

    Okay, still dreaming about our recent trip to Milan 🤌. My own daughter is looking for European bachelor’s programs that will allow her to obtain a broad and solid foundation in business, but also intern with and access the fashion industry. What better place than Milan, Italy? Check out my recent blog post on our visit to Cattolica, one of our…[Read more]

    Status Image
    • love
    Reacted by Michael Kohnen
  • Kristin Hamaker posted an update

    2 weeks, 3 days ago

    Thrilling news to share! 👏 I have been receiving a gush of good news from the many students we work with who are pursuing degrees in Europe for this fall 2025. I’d love to give a shout out to our students who were accepted into programs on their Best Fit Lists . Woot-woot! Here’s where some of our students are en route to this fall:

    Erasmus…[Read more]

    • love
    Reacted by James Edge
  • Kristin Hamaker posted an update

    1 month, 2 weeks ago

    More instability in the Netherlands, I’m afraid. On April 8, 2025 the Dutch Senate voted to support cutbacks to education and science by €500 million. This is just another layer of strife in this country, where education (including English-taught university programs for international students) has been navigating seismic shifts and government thr…[Read more]

    Status Image
    • Yes — that said, this varies program by program. I’ve read about a few being ended or consolidated; other programs seem to be continuing with little impact. It’s definitely important for families to keep checking for updates on the programs they’re considering!

      like
      likelike
      dislikedislike
      angryangry
      funnyfunny
      happyhappy
      lovelove
      wowwow
      • Indeed, some areas are less affected, such as Engineering. But I think that the overall takeaway is that there is a considerable degree of instability and unpredictability in the Netherlands right now when it comes to higher education for international students. As an advisor, I certainly don’t want this to dissuade students from considering these…[Read more]

        like
        likelike
        dislikedislike
        angryangry
        funnyfunny
        happyhappy
        lovelove
        wowwow
  • Eric Manning posted an update

    1 month, 3 weeks ago

    Does anyone know if I can get a part-time job while I’m studying abroad?

    • This may vary country by country, but at the universities we visited in the Netherlands this spring, the answer is definitely yes — lots of American students told us they had part-time jobs.

      like like
      likelike
      dislikedislike
      angryangry
      funnyfunny
      happyhappy
      lovelove
      wowwow
      • like
      Reacted by
    • Both of our boys work in different Dutch cities and our daughter makes great cash money for dog walking and babysitting. For the boys, the key was if you want to work and you make over a certain amount you need Dutch health insurance or you get a huge fine. Some jobs you must speak Dutch but they have both worked successfully for almost 2 years…[Read more]

      like
      likelike
      dislikedislike
      angryangry
      funnyfunny
      happyhappy
      lovelove
      wowwow
  • London Loza changed their profile picture

    1 month, 4 weeks ago
  • Chrissia – Admin posted an update

    2 months, 1 week ago

    We’re hosting a FREE webinar on Internship Opportunities in Europe, and we’d love for you to join us!
    Whether you’re looking to gain international work experience, enhance your resume, or expand your global network, this webinar is packed with valuable insights.

    📅 When: Thursday, March 27th
    ⏰ Time: 7:30 PM EST
    📍 Where: Google Meet

    Reserve your…[Read more]

    Status Image
  • James Edge posted an update

    2 months, 2 weeks ago

    Big news out of D.C.—Trump just signed an executive order to start dismantling the U.S. Department of Education. While it’s still unclear how far this will go (Congress would have to approve a full shutdown), it could impact everything from student loans to how U.S. diplomas are recognized abroad.

    We wrote a quick breakdown of what this could mea…[Read more]

    Status Image
  • James Edge posted an update

    2 months, 2 weeks ago

    👋 Parents, we’d love to hear from you! 🌍🎓

    📌 Click here to share your thoughts: https://forms.gle/xjnNAKt4E3NoetxY7

    If you’re exploring college options abroad for your student, your insights are incredibly valuable to us. We’re always working to improve our resources, and your feedback helps us do just that!

    📢 Take a quick minute to fill out o…[Read more]

  • Beyond The States posted an update

    2 months, 3 weeks ago
  • cemariotti@gmail.com changed their profile picture

    3 months, 1 week ago
  • James Edge posted an update

    3 months, 1 week ago
  • James Edge created the group The Abroad Squad

    3 months, 2 weeks ago
    The Abroad Squad
    Public GroupMember 1
  • Jaimee posted an update

    3 months, 2 weeks ago

    I am extremely excited to announce this Breaking News in Irish Education for the University of Limerick 🍀

    A new academic pathway enabling access to University of Limerick for community college students from North America has been launched.

    UL has announced the launch of the new Bachelor of Arts (BA) International Advanced Access programme, an…[Read more]

  • Chrissia – Admin posted an update

    3 months, 3 weeks ago

    📢 Upcoming Live Webinar

    Join us on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, at 11:30 AM EST for an exclusive live webinar with CEFAM International School of Management in Lyon, France! 🇫🇷

    CEFAM offers a dual-degree program where students can earn both a French MSc and an American BBA (3 years in France + 1 year in the U.S.) or pursue an American B.A. in…[Read more]

    Status Image
  • James Edge posted an update

    4 months, 1 week ago

    Exciting news to share!

    We just launched our first merch store for everyone seeking the American Dream elsewhere! Whether you’re already studying in Europe, planning your journey, or just want to show your support for affordable, global education, we’ve got something for you.

    🛍️ What’s in the Shop?
    • T-shirts and hoodies to keep you comfy
    •…[Read more]

    Status Image
  • Annabelle Evans's profile was updated

    4 months, 1 week ago
  • Chrissia – Admin posted an update

    4 months, 2 weeks ago

    📢 Hey Members! Help Us Spread the Word! 🎓

    Tomorrow is our FREE webinar: Graduate School Opportunities in Europe, and it’s packed with valuable insights for anyone considering earning a degree abroad.

    If you know friends, family, or anyone in your network who might be interested in studying in Europe, invite them to join!

    📅 When: Tomorrow, T…[Read more]

    Status Image
    • like
    Reacted by James Edge And 1 Other
  • Jaimee posted an update

    4 months, 2 weeks ago

    🚨 Exciting Webinar Alert! 🚨

    Join me on Thursday, January 23rd, at 6:30 PM EST for an evening session on Graduate School Opportunities in Europe.

    During this webinar, we’ll explore the many benefits of studying in Europe, including unique cultural experiences, affordable tuition, and access to top-tier education. We’ll discuss popular Eur…[Read more]

    • like
    • love
    Reacted by Annabelle Evans And 2 Others
  • Kristin Hamaker posted an update

    4 months, 3 weeks ago

    One of the regular questions I get as an advisor over here at BTS is, unsurprisingly, around financial aid for US students in Europe. Yes, there are quite a number of schools in the EU that have a federal ID number, and work with FAFSA. (You can apply this filter in our database.) But this might mean that they accept federal loans, and/or accept…[Read more]

    • love
    • like
    Reacted by Jaimee And 1 Other
    1 Comment