Meet Thanh Thao Nguyen Phan

The one thing I wished I would have known before going on exchange is…

Better preparation for my course equivalence would have been beneficial. Because I did not prepare thoroughly, it took me a lot of time to find equivalent courses, and I almost gave up on registering for the exchange semester.

My favorite part of going on exchange was… 

I got a chance to live in the dorm, where I met both local and other exchange students. I could also participate to many in-campus activities and events, as well as join many communities which made my experience very enjoyable.

I recommend going on exchange because...

It would be a once-in-a-lifetime experience: meeting new friends, gaining new knowledge, learning from new teachers, and engaging in new activities.

A tip I would give to students applying for exchange is…

Carefully plan your academic path and finances. From what I've observed, exchange students often end up spending more time and money than expected on fun activities. While these activities can be enjoyable, they might be detrimental if not planned carefully.