Embarking on an exchange year is incredibly exciting. But those first few weeks of transitioning to a new culture, new language, and new home can be daunting for even the most adventurous students.
It’s always helpful to get some advice from someone who’s been in your shoes before — that’s why we asked a few German and Spanish students from last year to share their number one piece of advice for being an exchange student.
Here are their top ten tips for how to thrive as you adjust to life in the U.S., and set yourself up for the best school year ever.
Top Ten Tips to Make the Most of Your Exchange Year:
1. Be you.
2. Be transparent.
3. Keep an open mind.
4. Don’t back away from building strong connections in your host family.
5. Make your experience your own.
6. Get involved.
7. Be in the moment.
8. Create your future favorite memories.
9. Try to find the good in every day.
10. Be bold.
