Dani Anderson

Dani talks about how she funded her study abroad experience and provides tips to help you fund your time abroad!

Home University: University of Minnesota

Host University: Queensland University of Technology

Major: Wildlife Biology

Funding my study abroad experience was something I was concerned about. I was lucky that my home university transferred my financial aid to my GlobaLinks Learning Abroad program, so I was able to have some level of financial assistance.

My biggest reccomendation is to look into the costs you may come across during your study abroad experience - such as how much it will be to travel, how much your housing will be, how much you plan on eating out - and budget the money you have. I chose to go in on groceries with friends and cook larger meals, rather than spending money on going out to eat, and purchase my fruits and veggies from the market rather than the grocery store, it was much more affordable and a great way to interact with locals!

I recommend you put your money towards travelling and personal souvenirs and less towards shopping and going out to dinner!