Benefits of being an exchange student
Besides having a memorable year and a growing experience students should expect these benefits:
- fluency in another language
- friendships and host family association for the rest of your life
- a greater understanding and appreciation for people of different backgrounds and cultures
- development of skills that may be helpful in pursuing international career opportunities
- growth in appreciation of others and a level of confidence that will be helpful in dealing with life’s situations.
- a development of independence and a heighten level of maturity.
Spending a year abroad will not only change one’s perspective but it will bring about many opportunities and experiences that are not only life changing but enriching.
