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James Edge posted an update
1 week, 3 days ago
Top countries for work-life balance? Europe dominates.
The U.S.?
We almost made it… to last place.
Just one more all-nighter and we’ll get there!” 😂
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- Colleen Mariotti
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  Such an insightful list. We have lived in a few of these countries and are currently living in Italy. The pace has slowed dramatically and allows for so much more leisure time. It is amazing.
  
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Kristin Hamaker posted an update
2 weeks, 2 days ago
Hey there!

There is so much happening these days in the world of international higher ed in the EU, and my goal is to keep you posted as I receive news in my inbox each week.

As an advisor here at Beyond the States there is more and more to stay savvy about in Europe, since there is so much shifting taking place that may/can be relevant for…[Read more]
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Kristin Hamaker posted an update
1 month ago

Hey gang! One more school to feature from my family’s recent university tour trip in Milan, Italy this spring. This time something wildly different than Cattolica and Bocconi – both also in Milan – but also business and creative-industry aligned – IED Design School. Curious? Head over to the blog to read about our visit! – Also, while I’m her…[Read more]
James Edge posted an update
1 month, 1 week ago
Good news — we’ve just rolled out egg-cellent new features across the database to help you crack the cost of living while studying in Europe!

New Features Just Added:
– Real Google Ratings & Reviews for every university
– Up-to-date Housing Cost Info
– Food & Dining Prices (including EGGS!)
– Internet & Phone Pricing
– Local Tra…[Read more]
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- Colleen Mariotti
  replied 1 week, 3 days ago
  
  We are excited to check out these changes. We have been busy visiting schools so now we will hunker down and refine our search.
  
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Kristin Hamaker posted an update
1 month, 4 weeks 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]
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Kristin Hamaker posted an update
2 months, 1 week 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]
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Kristin Hamaker posted an update
3 months 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]

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- Anya Miller
  replied 3 months ago
  
  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!
  
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  - Kristin Hamaker
    replied 2 months, 3 weeks ago
    
    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]
    
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James Edge posted an update
4 months 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]
James Edge posted an update
4 months, 1 week 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]
James Edge posted an update
5 months ago
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Kristin Hamaker posted an update
6 months, 1 week 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]
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- Jaimee
  replied 6 months ago
  
  Thanks for sharing this!
  
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James Edge posted an update
6 months, 2 weeks ago
We’re excited to introduce our LGBTQIA+ Members Hub—a dedicated space for students seeking LGBTQ+ friendly universities, safe cities, scholarships, and legal rights across Europe!

Check it out – https://beyondthestates.com/lgbtqia-student-resource-hub/

Let us know if there’s anything else we should add or if it would be helpful for us to cre…[Read more]
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James Edge posted an update
6 months, 3 weeks ago

🌍🎓 Got Questions About Getting Your Degree Abroad? 🎓🌍

@kristin is hosting a Q&A session to help you with all things abroad! Whether you’re curious about application processes, university choices, scholarships, or what life is like as an international student, now is your chance to get your burning questions answered!

👉 Drop your questions r…[Read more]

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- Kristin Hamaker
  replied 6 months, 1 week ago
  
  Just buttoned up this Q/A Webinar, and it should be uploaded soon on our Webinars and Workshops page here: https://beyondthestates.com/workshops-webinars/. While you’re here, check out our other webinars in the mix.
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Kristin Hamaker posted an update
7 months, 1 week ago
Hey BTS Family!

It’s a busy time for many of our students (and families) – many are hustling, getting down to business, and currently applying – some have already learned of acceptance for the fall of 2025. 🥳

Thrilled to say that students we advise have *just* learned of their acceptance into these schools in Europe:

*Toulouse Business School…[Read more]
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Kristin Hamaker posted an update
8 months, 3 weeks ago
Hey there – Kristin from BTS over here. I wanted to share a fresh piece of news that just fell into my lap this week on higher education changes in the popular country of the Netherlands. We’ve been keeping our eyes and ears open as things are evolving rapidly in this country with regard to international students and English-language bachelor’s…[Read more]
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- Tara Harvey
  replied 8 months, 3 weeks ago
  
  Thanks for sharing, Kristin. I’ve been monitoring this closely, as my daughter is planning to start, most likely at University College Groningen next fall. Has BTS connected at all with any of the University Colleges to ask what they think this means for them?
  
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  - Kristin Hamaker
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    Hi Tara! At this stage, across the board, Dutch universities are outraged, and protesting these proposed changes. Even Dutch companies and businesses have come together this week to protest these proposals. If you ask a university what this means, or will mean for them, right now they will still throw their hands up and say they “don’t know”. I…[Read more]
    
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Kristin Hamaker posted an update
9 months ago
Hey there – Kristin over here at Beyond the States. I’m the in-house chief advisor, and spend most of my time working one-on-one with students and families, building their Best Fit Lists, and walking them through each step of the process toward a degree in Europe.

Today, I happen to be building a list for a student who has his sights on a…[Read more]
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James Edge posted an update
9 months, 1 week ago
🌍 Exciting News! 🌍

We’re thrilled to announce the launch of our brand new Events Section! Whether you’re just starting to explore your options or you’re ready to apply, our Events page will be your go-to resource for:

📅 Virtual open houses with top European universities
🎓 Webinars on how to apply to schools abroad
🗣️ Live Q&A sessions with admis…[Read more]
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James Edge posted an update
9 months, 1 week ago

Welcome to the **Beyond the States Community!** 🎉🌍

We’re thrilled to have you here! Whether you’re just starting your journey of studying abroad or already planning your next global adventure, this is **your space** to connect, learn, and share with fellow students who share your passion for studying in Europe and beyond.

Here’s what you can d…[Read more]

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