The ALBA Study Abroad Blog

A student's perspective & guide to the authentic study abroad experience.

My Abroad Experience

ALBA Study Abroad2019-11-27T14:44:18+01:00Barcelona, Study Abroad Experience|

By: Courtney Finnigan and Lizzie TriplettAs I am approaching my last few weeks of study abroad, I can’t even fathom the idea of having to leave Barcelona. I have developed [...]

First Impressions and Challenges of Studying Abroad

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By: Courtney Finnigan and Lizzie Triplett First impressions and challenges of studying abroad in Barcelona are different for everyone, but these are some of the ones students have experienced so [...]

How to Prepare for Barcelona

ALBA Study Abroad2021-07-13T10:59:02+02:00Getting ready|

by Lizzie Triplett PREPARE FOR BARCELONA: KNOW BEFORE YOU GO... In order to prepare for Barcelona, there are some simple tips you should know before you go! Although most [...]

My weekend trip to Rome

ALBA Study Abroad2019-11-27T14:44:17+01:00Getaways|

Landing in Rome by Jake Steele My weekend trip to Rome was just starting when I landed around 1am in the Leonardo da Vinci airport and headed to the train [...]

Save Money While Studying Abroad

ALBA Study Abroad2020-10-24T18:18:11+02:00Getting ready|

While money can be seen as a giant brick wall standing in between you and studying abroad, it doesn’t have to be if you plan ahead in order to save [...]

How Studying Abroad Will Help Your Future Career

ALBA Study Abroad2020-10-08T11:30:50+02:00Getting ready|

by Courtney Finnigan & Lizzie Triplett If you’re a college student interested in studying abroad, you’re probably familiar with the more obvious “pros”. I am sure you’ve heard the, [...]