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I am afraid that my parents will not allow me to study and travel for such a long period of time. Any advice on how to convince my parents that study abroad is a worthwhile experience?



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mentor picture Rae Raeseparator Rae Raeseparator
Senior Year Student
Loyola Marymount University


Don’t assume your parents will disapprove before you even try asking them. When I try to convince my parents of anything, it’s important to outline all the points clearly and...separator

mentor picture Rae Raeseparator Rae Raeseparator
Senior Year Student
Loyola Marymount University


Don’t assume your parents will disapprove before you even try asking them. When I try to convince my parents of anything, it’s important to outline all the points clearly and...separator

mentor picture Yating Changseparator Yating Changseparator
Assistant Director
Global Engineering Program, Purdue University


Before jumping to the conclusion that your parents would not allow it, at least try to bring up the subject casually. Many parents are not against the idea of study abroad,...separator

mentor picture Kimberlyseparator Kimberlyseparator
Senior Year Student
Loyola Marymount University


First, I would get as much information about the study abroad program from advisors and those who did the program before you approach your parents. Once you do this, write...separator

mentor picture Ashleyseparator Ashleyseparator
Junior Year Student
Loyola Marymount University


Parents have good reason to be skeptical about their children living in a foreign country for a long period of time. Their child will be far away, out of reach, and in a...separator

 
 

 

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