Studying abroad can be a life-changing experience. The most common reason students don’t study abroad is finances. Even though SBCC Study Abroad Programs can be more than 50% cheaper than programs offered at 4-year institutions, coming up with the money to pay for the program can still be challenging. The good news is that students can use FAFSA, the CA or SBCC Promise and SBCC scholarships towards paying for the program. There are also many other scholarships available (visi

A few months ago, a friend shared with me his anxiety about moving to another state for school. He was thrilled to attend his dream university but also afraid of not fitting in, of being far from everything familiar and feeling lonely. Since I’ve lived far from home several times, he asked for my advice. My name is Marine. I’m a full-time student at Santa Barbara City College, and I’m from France.

When you think about studying abroad, there are some cities that just instantly capture your imagination and Rome is definitely one of them. It’s the kind of place that seems to live in every history book, movie and travel dream. You’ve probably seen photos of the Trevi Fountain and the Colosseum online a hundred times, but somehow they never lose that sense of wonder. Rome is not just another destination, it’s a city where every corner feels like it has a story to tell! With

The group moved on from London to Paris and Savannah is exploring, enjoying and appreciating the European lifestyle, art and culture.

The first sensation upon arrival in Vienna, Austria for many students was a mixture between excitement and nervousness. B