Studying abroad has the most appealing sound to it. My entire life, I have always wanted to travel the world, but believed I had no possible way to do so. Then I stumbled across a program at my college that will allow me to study in England for my Master's Degree, and I was more than ecstatic. My utmost dream could now become reality and I could get an education at the same time. I am so excited to study abroad and here are some of my top reasons why:
1. I get to experience a different culture.
I cannot wait to learn how people in another different country go about their daily lives, and what aspects of life differ from the norm I am used to. I want to learn their customs and history through exploring the cities.
2. I get to be on my own for the first time.
Being a commuter for my entire undergrad, I never had an opportunity to be on my own. So doing it for the first time in a mother country is an amazing experience.
3. I get to see a new environment.
Different architecture, music, means of transportation etc. I am extremely excited to take my first train/metro.
4. I could get a job out there.
This would allow me to work on my communication skills with people from another country.
5. I could explore a major tourist area.
I have always wanted to go to London ever since I was a little girl when I first watched Peter Pan and saw Big Ben. I swore that day I would visit and explore London, and now I will be able to!
6. The accents.
Honestly I adore British accents, so this is just an added bonus. Hey maybe they will think my horrible Pennsylvania accent is cool.
7. I get to get an education there.
I think it is an amazing opportunity to be able to learn in a new environment. There may be different ways of teaching too which I would be extremely interested in.
8. I get to try new foods.
I mean even if it's not new, are you kidding I have always wanted to have authentic fish and chips!
9. I get to meet new people.
Meeting new people is always exciting, especially in new places. They can teach you a lot about the place you are in by showing you around, telling you facts about it, and even just by hanging out with you.
Needless to say I am extremely excited to start my journey of studying abroad in 3 years. I will get to learn and experience so many new things and that is an amazing feeling.
