The Foreign Service Journal, June 2022

72 JUNE 2022 | THE FOREIGN SERVICE JOURNAL EDUCATION SUPPLEMENT example would be Bocconi University in Milan and its exchange program with Yale University. Though prestigious and enticing, it also has competitive require- ments that students need to investigate. What about career services, internships and work permits? Many universities are proud of their theory-focused instruction comple- mented by real-world practical experi- ence outside the classroom. Career service offices are committed to helping students find relevant internships, often referred to as a “sandwich year” in the U.K. That may even include internships at American companies, which often have offices overseas. Universities are also extremely proud of their alumni networks with a global reach, which can potentially open other labor markets to graduates. In most situations, students are also allowed to stay on and work post-grad- uation for up to two years. For those wishing for permanent residency, this might give them the opportunity to become established with an employer who will sponsor them with a longer- term work visa. What about “fit,” DEIA and support? “Fit” is a concept that is often dis- cussed when looking at American uni- versities, and perhaps is not considered as frequently by international students more driven by the course of study they want, where it is offered and if they meet admissions requirements. But I would suggest that fit is still an extremely Given the cost today of higher education in the U.S., many students consider studying overseas to save money.