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It never came through Patrick McKinnion’s mind that studying abroad is an effortless thing; however, his University Exchange study abroad trip to Iceland reminded him how intense living and studying in a foreign country can be. He realized that applying and gathering documentation is critically essential for starting life in Reykjavik.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Spending a part of your university experience abroad will expand your understanding of the world and help you develop global skills \u2013 adaptability, intercultural communication, learning on the fly, etc. \u2013 that are in high demand by employers and graduate programs. For many students, studying abroad is a transformational experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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