Beyond the Ivies: Why Smart HNW Families Are Turning to the UK
There’s a meme bouncing around the internet claiming that Bill Gates only flies economy class. Much as the story reeks of the apocryphal, it turns out to be at least partially true. As Netflix co-founder Marc Randolph wrote on LinkedIn, Gates did indeed travel economy during the lower-visibility early days of billionairehood (even though ostensibly […]
Moving to Spain with Teenagers and Education Planning
Spain has become a magnet for international families—and it’s easy to see why. Friendly people, a laid-back lifestyle, sunshine nearly year-round, and a lower cost of living? Yes, please. Add to that the growing possibilities of remote work and a renewed interest in slow living, and Spain feels like a dream destination for multiculturally minded […]
Higher Education in Ireland
Higher Education in Ireland by Anthony Terenzio Ireland is an increasingly compelling option for international students for a number of reasons – chief among them the opportunity to study at any one of seven universities in the top 25% worldwide, not to mention the nearly unmatched industry access presented by its booming economy and the […]
Studying Medicine at Charles University: Which Faculty is Right for You?
by Celeste Moreno Palmero, Ph.D. For students looking to study medicine in Europe, Charles University in Prague stands out as one of the best choices. Established in 1348, it is not only one of the oldest universities in the world, but also one of the most respected, particularly in the field of medicine. With five different medical […]
Czech It Out: Charles University
Picture this: Gothic spires touching misty skies, cobblestone streets whispering centuries-old tales, and, in the middle of it all, a vibrant educational hub buzzing with innovation. Yes, I’m talking about Prague—the city where history isn’t just a backdrop; it’s part of the curriculum. I recently visited several top universities during a tour organized by Study […]
University Colleges: Liberal Arts Colleges in the Netherlands
By Celeste Moreno Palmero Ph.D. The first university college in the Netherlands was established in Utrecht in 1998. Since then, many important research universities have implemented these honors colleges. Their goal is to provide programs inspired by the philosophy of the US Liberal Arts education. This approach is rather innovative considering the educational systems that […]
Studying Liberal Arts in the UK
by Celeste Moreno Palmero, Ph.D. One of the biggest drawbacks of pursuing a degree in Europe, some claim, is that Europe does not offer a liberal arts model like that in the US, and thus students need to know what they want to study before they apply. There is some truth to this claim: most […]
Immigration Nitty Gritty for Students in Degree Programs Abroad
by Adam Muri-Rosenthal, Ph.D. I often sing the praises of pursuing a degree abroad, but doing so is not without its challenges! One of the principal challenges faced by most students who choose to pursue the amazing benefits of a degree in another country is the bureaucratic one. Each country has its own rules and […]
Pursuing Your Degree in Europe
by Adam Muri-Rosenthal, Ph.D. American students are certainly no strangers to study abroad. Prior to the pandemic, nearly 350,000 US students per year chose—whether for a week, a summer, a semester, or more—to engage in academic study at institutions located outside the United States (NAFSA), primarily in Europe. The far lower number of students who […]
