How I did it: I was required to study abroad for my major.  I studied French as an undergrad, so I studied abroad in Caen.  This was where my university had a program.  I also did my final semester in London.

I loved it so much I went on to work as a study abroad advisor for 3 years.  I miss it!

Lessons & tips: Be open to new experiences and talk to as many people as you can that have done it.  You will have good days and bad, but you will grow and become so much more independent from it.

Resources: My study abroad office, Lonely Planet books, Rick Steves shows.

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