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Sometimes studying abroad for only one semester is not enough! Cheyenne Frey (IAFS '26) is a global grant recipient who spent a year studying abroad at in Germany. Cheyenne shared why she’s grateful for choosing a longer program, what it’s been like to adjust to life in a new country, and the benefits of a year abroad. You can also read more about her experience "Exploring Germany and Beyond."

Cheyenne's Experience Abroad

"Overall, this has been a wonderful experience! It was my first time in Germany, so I was a little nervous at first, but the International Office at the ³Ô¹ÏÍø of Regensburg was incredibly helpful, friendly, and well-organized. Going in, my German was at an early B2 level, so I was fluent enough to be able to read and speak effectively, but the important information was sent to us in English as well. I've mostly made friends with other international students so far, but everyone has been very nice and welcoming. Homesickness wasn't so bad for me personally, but everyone is different. For me, there was so much to see and do that my daily environment was a good distraction, and calling friends and family back home helped as well."

Pros & Cons of a Year Long Study AbroadÌý

Pros: "I think a year is a great time to integrate yourself in a country/culture, and it was a really good way to have deeper friendships than if we'd only known one another for a semester. Financially, this program was also a benefit for me, since there weren't any tuition fees and the cost of living in Regensburg was also much lower (rent, food, travel, etc.). Another benefit was being able to improve my language skills significantly this year, especially my confidence when speaking."

Cons: "I can't really think of any cons! The only thing coming to mind was the time difference between Germany and my friends/family back in the US, because it was challenging sometimes to find a time to call that worked for everyone."

Thank you Cheyenne for sharing your amazing experience in Germany with the IAFS community. If you are interested in participating in a year long study abroad program, reach out to the Education Abroad office for more information.Ìý

Be sure to apply for the International Affairs Global Grant Scholarship!