Deciding to pack your bags, step out of your comfort zone, and move to another country to study is far more than an academic choice. For most young people, it becomes the true turning point of their lives.
In fact, official statistics back up what thousands of alumni say upon returning:97% of study abroad alumni consider the experience a positive, life-changing milestone.
But why is living in a shared room or student apartment in a new city the engine for this personal and career transformation?

Far more than a degree: true personal growth

The impact of studying abroad isn't measured solely by academic grades, but by the independence gained outside the classroom. Moving away from home forces you to handle daily life: from arrival paperwork to grocery shopping and keeping your apartment clean.
According to historical Erasmus+ reports from the European Commission, over 80% of students report significant boosts in problem-solving skills, self-confidence, and adaptability upon returning.
Sharing an apartment with international roommates exposes you to brand new worldviews. What starts as splitting apartment costs turns into an intensive lesson in tolerance, empathy, and a global mindset.

The ultimate boost for your professional career

Today's job market looks beyond stellar academic records—it values soft skills. Companies greatly appreciate candidates who demonstrate the courage to go abroad.
A massive study by the Institute of International Education (IIE) revealed striking data on the career impact of studying abroad:
   ▪ Immediate employability: Students with international study experience secure employment 25% faster than average.
   ▪ Key skills: 78% of respondents noted that living abroad helped them build intercultural communication skills used daily in their current jobs.
   ▪ Real language fluency: Studying grammar in a classroom isn't the same as negotiating apartment ground rules with international roommates. Real language fluency is gained in the kitchen, at local markets, and on social nights out.

Lifelong friends and a global network

When you move to a new city knowing no one, your student apartment becomes your main safety net. Bonds formed abroad are remarkably strong because you share identical challenges, doubts, and excitement exploring your new destination.
Today's roommates are the friends you'll visit worldwide in ten years and, in many cases, tomorrow's professional contacts or business partners. An international experience permanently expands your mental and geographic map.
Bonds run so deep that 27% of Erasmus students meet their life partner while studying abroad, per European Commission Erasmus Impact Study data, and 33% of alumni have an international partner.

Take the first step

To make your experience ideal, feeling safe and comfortable at home is essential. Finding the right room in a well-connected neighborhood with a vibe that matches you is the pillar for the best months of your life.
Don't let fear of the unknown hold you back. 97% of alumni confirm it's completely worth it. Your next big adventure is about to begin.

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