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Rachel Love School: New York University Abroad Location: United Kingdom

Study Abroad in London

I chose to study abroad because the program I was accepted into at New York University allows freshmen to study at an international site. I knew that ...

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Volunteer Abroad Programs 101

 Have you ever thought about volunteering in health care services or nursing abroad? What about working with poor children in the Dominican Republic? Volunteer Abroad Programs offer all of these opportunities and more! Volunteer programs abroad usually offer more flexibility than other travel abroad programs. You can volunteer abroad anywhere from one-week programs to six months or more. Many of these programs are offered in developing countries. By volunteering abroad, you can make a difference in issues such as the environment, social welfare, education, and development of the local community and much more. This is what you’ll gain from volunteer abroad programs:

• Explore another culture while helping others.
• Develop your foreign language skills.
• Main direct, hands-on experience.
• Expand your worldview.

Must-Ask Questions for volunteering abroad:

• What kinds of costs are involved?
• What is the housing like? Are any meals included?
• Do I need to know the local language? If so, how proficient do I need to be?
• Will I be working with a group or independently?

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