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This online intensive Hebrew course at the University of Haifa In...
Reach Cambridge
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Deakin University
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Columbia University School of Professional Studies
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EHL Hospitality Business School
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Webster University Athens
Webster Athens, in response to the global impact of COVID-19 to i...
Child Family Health International
The CFHI Virtual Global Health elective offers inter-professional...
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Foundations in Sustainable Development is our flagship program. I...
International TEFL and TESOL
Start your accredited TEFL/TESOL certification online now—your fi...
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Silk Mandarin’s real-life online courses are designed to replicat...
UC Berkeley's College of Environmental Design
Spend your summer immersed in the world of architecture, urban de...
myTEFL
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TEFL Heaven
Seize the chance to teach abroad with TEFL Heaven while immersing...
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At Schiller International University, we offer you a highly speci...
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The International Extended Diploma in Business (Level 3) online c...
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The SMOAC is a short introductory module that aims to give you an...
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Take the first step in getting paid international teaching work w...
Doctors in Italy Fellowship Program
The Doctors in Italy Pre-Vet Fellowship Program is a unique exper...
The TEFL Institute
Earn a Globally Respected Level 5 TEFL Qualification! If you’re ...
Teach Explore Asia (XploreAsia)
CultureRoute’s 120-hour internationally accredited online TEFL/TE...
OnTESOL
Get all the benefits of an advanced in-class TESOL/TEFL course fr...
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Learn Spanish in Latin America with Enforex and discover a countr...
GBS Malta
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SRAS
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LSBF Singapore Campus
Prepare for a successful career in accounting with a globally rec...
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Grab the opportunity to live in Grenoble, constantly ranking amon...
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Prepare for your experience abroad with the GCC, an innovative co...
Don Quijote
Live "the Spanish way" while learning the language at Don Quijote...
HEX
The 6-week online program is designed for university students an...
The Experiment in International Living
Virtual exchanges open doors to the world, allowing everyone to c...
International Open Academy
Unlock your global teaching potential with the International Open...
TEFLmasters
Our affordable 120-hour TEFL-TESOL course provides fully online t...
Loop Abroad
This 8-week course covers topics relating to anatomy, physiology,...
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Get internationally recognized and accredited TEFL/TESOL (120 hou...
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studyTEFL
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South Europe College
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Bushwise
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American Councils (ACTR)
The American Councils are pleased to offer the Advanced Russian L...
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Beacon IT
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Global Language Training
In our 150-hour online course, you will learn all the necessary p...
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Make your dream of teaching English in Asia, Europe, Africa, and ...
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UNI-Prep Institute
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TEFL Wonderland - Brilliant Minds
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Grade University
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Westminster College London
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University of Amsterdam
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Dei Institute - Online University (DIOU)
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Native Language College (NL College)
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A Guide to Study Abroad Online
Overview
Prepare to Study Abroad
Understand the benefits
Online study abroad programs are a game-changer for students who want global exposure without leaving home. Whether it’s for credit, career prep, or just curiosity, going virtual is a smart and accessible way to get international experience on your terms.
- Stand out globally. Gain academic or professional experience that shows future schools or employers you’re globally minded and adaptable.
- Save big. Forget flights, housing, and transportation. Online programs make international education way more budget-friendly.
- Grow real-world skills. Get better at managing your time, staying organized, and communicating across cultures and time zones.
Things to know
Success in a virtual study abroad setting takes a different kind of hustle. It’s not harder. It just means showing up with intention and staying engaged, even when you’re halfway across the world.
- Connectivity. Don’t fall off the grid. Make sure your internet is reliable and your software is up to date. Keep in touch with professors and classmates to stay in the loop.
- Responsiveness. Respond to messages quickly and check in regularly. It builds trust and keeps things moving.
- Routine. Treat your online study time like the real deal. Set up a distraction-free workspace, stick to a routine, and block time for studying and breaks.
- Initiative. Speak up in class, ask questions, and get involved in discussions. Your visibility and voice matter even more in a remote space, and showing you care goes a long way.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Believe it or not, you can study abroad online! At the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic, studying abroad online became much more common. Many providers now offer virtual study abroad opportunities.
Studying abroad online works a lot like studying abroad on-site. You'll take classes, do coursework, and communicate with your classmates. Immersion activities (like language learning and cultural exchange) will take place virtually.
The best online courses for education abroad will be effective at engaging students, and won't cut corners on cultural exchange. Check out online courses from Arcos Learning Abroad, and AIFS.
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