I Wish I Knew...
Grading System: "I wish I had a better understanding of the school system in England compared to the United States. I was told the grading system was much different, but it took me awhile to get used to the academic system in UK universities." - Jessica B., SUNY Plattsburgh
How vital budgeting was while abroad: "After 3 months abroad, I returned home with $-7 in my bank account. I had enough money when I left for Greece, but I didn't have an overwhelming amount of spending money either. I knew I probably should have budgeted beforehand, and stuck to it. But, I didn't. So all I can say to anyone going abroad is, BUDGET BUDGET BUDGET! You should make a budget and stick to it. If you are on a tight budget like I was, this is even more important for you. Many of the mistakes that I made were simple things, like eating out too often. Lastly, if possible, set some money aside in a savings account to have when you return.." - Alex L, Ohio State University
Peanut Butter: "I wish I knew how hard peanut butter would be to find in Italy. The Italians either don't have it or hid it on a really low shelf where it is hard to see. It took me about two months to find peanut butter, and when I did, I was the happiest person alive and couldn't wait to eat it." -Alexander J. B., Philadelphia University
"JIF peanut butter is NOT a thing in Europe" - Rachel H., Champlain College