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Life Resources and Support

Students at our partner universities receive the following support.

Your success and enjoyment of your study abroad experience depends on the decisions you make before and after arrival. Research housing options thoroughly. After arrival, enjoy activities, field trips, and other opportunities to practice English and experience local culture.

Partner university staff are committed to helping you get the most out of your experience academically, culturally, and socially. Services include:

  • Academic advising and university workshops
  • Student visa advising and program orientation
  • International student housing assistance
  • Transportation guidance
  • Social and cultural activities
  • College admissions and application advising

City Life Highlights

Below are examples of food, lifestyle, nature, and job opportunities across different university cities. Click View city card to see full details for each location.

Food around The University of Hong Kong
Food and Lifestyle
Hong Kong Street food to skyline dining

Around The University of Hong Kong (HKU), students can explore local cha chaan teng, dim sum, and international cafés within minutes of campus perfect for late-night study breaks and weekend brunch.

View HKU city card
Food near UC San Diego
Food and Beach Life
San Diego Tacos, coffee and La Jolla sunsets

UC San Diego students enjoy sunny outdoor cafés, tacos, Asian fusion, and weekend seafood in La Jolla Village all within a short walk or shuttle ride from campus.

View UCSD city card
Zurich city view
Nature and Travel
Zurich Lakes, old town and Alps getaways

ETH Zurich students can walk from campus to the historic old town, enjoy lakefront promenades, and take weekend trains to the Swiss Alps for hiking and skiing.

View ETH city card
UC Santa Clara nature and activities
Coast and Redwoods
Santa Clara Beaches, boardwalk and redwood trails

UC Santa Clara offers a unique mix of surf beaches, the classic boardwalk, and redwood forests students can study in the forest and reach the ocean in minutes.

View UCSC city card
Boston skyline near Boston University
Economy and Jobs
Boston Innovation, finance and biotech hub

Around Boston University, students benefit from one of the world’s strongest education and innovation ecosystems, with opportunities in finance, consulting, biotech and research.

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Irvine business district and parks
Safe and Job-friendly
Irvine Safe master-planned city with internships

UC Irvine students live in a master-planned, family-friendly city with tech, business and healthcare employers nearby, plus convenient access to Los Angeles and beach cities.

View UCI city card
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