Study In Europe

What is it really like to study in Europe? 🎓

The best way to find out is by hearing directly from international students.

Read authentic stories about adapting to life in a new country, building friendships, travelling across Europe, overcoming challenges and making the most of the study abroad experience.

✨ Whether you're just beginning to explore your options or preparing to apply, these experiences can offer practical advice, reassurance and inspiration for your own journey.

Discover student stories:
https://education.ec.europa.eu/study-in-europe/study-in-europe/stories-from-students

☀️ Think university campuses are empty during the summer? Think again! 🇪🇺

Myth: "Universities shut down completely during summer."
Reality: Summer is full of opportunities.

Sure, lectures might be on a break, but that doesn't mean campus life stops. 🌿

Many universities offer summer schools, internships, research projects, language courses, and cultural activities. It's also the perfect time to explore your new city, travel with friends, or discover another corner of Europe.

💡 Tip: If you're planning to study in Europe, check whether your future university offers summer programmes. You might even be able to arrive early and get a head start!

👉 What would your perfect European summer look like: a beach, the mountains, a festival, or a summer school? Tell us in the comments! 🌍☀️

Worried that you won’t know anyone when you arrive? You’re not the only one. 🇪🇺✨

Myth: “I’ll be on my own and won’t fit in.”
Reality: Many students arrive as strangers and leave with a global network of friends.

Starting university in a new country can feel like a big step. But European campuses are home to students from all kinds of backgrounds, and chances are you'll meet plenty of people who are also looking to make new friends and settle into a new environment.

From welcome events and student clubs to sports teams, cultural societies, and language exchanges, there are many ways to connect with others and find your place. Before long, your classmates, flatmates, and study groups could become some of your closest friends.

💡 Tip: Say yes to that welcome event, join a student club, or attend a language exchange. A simple conversation can be the start of a lifelong friendship.