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Hi everyone, i study psychology in Türkiye i am a second year with a 3.82 gpa and i got 92/100 from our erasmus english requirement exam. I didn't wamt to try student exchange programme last year and this year i decided to try summer internship via erasmus plus instead. I wanna try my shot with UVA (even tho it's probably a long shot) i wanted to know if anyone used erasmus+ to study or do internship in UVA who can share their experience and give tips for applying

Hello, my name is Georgia. I am from Czechia. I am 26. I have just been on a study abroad exchange in New Zealand (Erasmus, just outside Europe), and now I am on Erasmus in the Netherlands.I am also a person with hidden disabilities. More specifically, I have a mental health-related disability, special needs in education, and I am neurodiverse. I am also queer(not disability, but a difference). These things are challenging on their own in my country of origin, so going abroad is something that is bound to bring additional challenges. I've found a few things that work for me, and I would like to share them. You're also welcome to ask about anything you want to know.

Do research beforehand

This is very important. Unlike other Erasmus students, you will face extra difficulties. What support options does your home or host uni offer to those students? Can you arrange them beforehand? Is your host country good at handling people with disabilities at your school? Is your accommodation institution ready? These are all questions you should be ready to answer before you SELECT the destination.

Let your home and host university know. And do it outside of the official forms.

Ideally, before you arrive, contact the disability office directly and let them know your needs. If you need additional financial support, you can also ask your home university for extra funding (my disability doesn't require that, but many do). They do extra funding for this. You should also definitely let your host university know. Ideally, schedule a call with the staff. They will be happy you contacted them in advance, and you are more likely to get support if you flag it in advance. I had a positive experience with this in both New Zealand and the Netherlands; staff at both universities were very helpful and professional, and they did the best they could.

Pack enough meds if possible.

If you are not planning to return to your home country throughout the semester. Make sure you pack enough medications. It is almost impossible to get advanced medications in some countries without prior history. I have not had the unpleasant experience myself yet, but many of my friends did not because they could not get the right medication in time. Also, you should definitely register with the local health provider and get appropriate insurance. You don't want to have a health emergency without cover. In both cases, the registration was very handy.

Focus on finding the right people; it's not necessary to have a picturesque exchange experience.

Do not take into account what people tell you exchange is like. If you have a disability, especially one that affects your socialising abilities. If you don't vibe with some people. Do not think this is your fault. Just keep trying, join clubs that do certain activities, volunteer if possible, join a group. If you don't want to party, don't go. The worst that can happen is that you are going to be forced to do something you are not able to do, and you will feel bad, and everyone else will feel that too. In New Zealand, I was vibing a lot with a local school newspaper and people from my class; while here in the Netherlands, I am vibing with ESN. It's very different across contexts, but in large unis there will always be a group that's your vibe.  

If a problem arises, do not be afraid to ask for help. Use the services before things get ugly.

Being alone in a faraway country can be hard, especially for people who do not fit into the conventional Erasmus bubble. If things go south, even a bit, do seek help. Trust me, some people and services can help you. If you communicate your needs honestly, you will be able to get help more easily.

And last but not least, be yourself.

Erasmus is 4everyone. Not just for kids who have perfect lives. Your disability shouldn't stop you from having this experience. I went twice, and I do not regret it at all. In fact, I can say it was very formative and changed me a bit. Your university, the people around you, and you need to be yourself because you belong to this world. Come on, Erasmus+: it might not look like it does on Instagram, but it can still be great despite the obstacles.

If anybody has any questions, let me know.

Dont forget every inch of you is perfect from the bottom to the top...

Hi everyone,
I'm moving to Barcelona for an Erasmus internship from December until the end of June, and I'm struggling to find a room. I've been checking idealista, but many listings come with high agency fees on top of the deposit, and I'm worried about scams since I can't view places in person before arriving.
Where do you usually find rooms? Are there any Facebook groups, websites, or areas you'd recommend for someone on a student budget? I'd also appreciate any advice on avoiding scams or what a fair price looks like right now.
Thanks a lot!

Is it ok to apply for more than one program? Do they cross information? I wonder if applying for a second program will negatively impact my 1st application, which is still under review.

Hi there! I have been trying to figure out the Uni-Assist website for my SPOT application. And while I did find an incredibly helpful reddit post on this from a year ago, I fear they never mentioned to question about “Festellungsprüfung“ exam.

As an American student, I put no, because I obviously have not taken that exam. When I did that and submitted, my application immediately disappeared with no place for me to upload my important documents, transcripts, etc.

What happened? What should I do?

here’s the link to the other post i’ve been following

https://www.reddit.com/r/Erasmus/s/8bn0Vv4yuW

Hi! I’m a first-year business student in Madrid. I’m researching how students prepare for internship and job interviews, and whether practising with a real recruiter would actually help.

It’s 12 quick questions, takes about 2 minutes, and it’s anonymous (email at the end is optional).

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdl_xkVqSE3U_gsUy3LfUOu4sOVQBFxTGgXg1LVQ3kRYyOThg/viewform

Honest answers help most: a “no” is just as useful as a “yes”. Happy to share the results here when I’m done. Thanks a lot! 🙏

can anyone confirm this!! will they contact through email provided? I want to know so I can inform my professor beforehand

I want a student from Universidad de Jaèn to ask him some questions

Hello everyone! 😊

I’m preparing my Erasmus application for next semester, but I’m still really torn about which destination to choose. I meet the academic requirements for both universities, but I’m not sure which one would be the better fit for me.

I’m choosing between the University of Vienna in Austria and the University of Turin (UniTo) in Italy.

I’d love to experience an international environment, meet lots of different people from different countries and, hopefully, stay in touch with them even after Erasmus. I want to step out of my comfort zone, have fun, travel and learn new things. At the same time, I hope university won’t take up all of my time and that I’ll have the opportunity to make the most of the whole experience.

What attracts me to Vienna: The university has a good academic reputation, and from what I’ve researched, the city offers plenty of opportunities, an excellent public transport system and easy access to other countries. I also know there’s a Bulgarian community there and that getting by with English is relatively easy. However, I’m worried that the academic workload might limit my time for socialising and travelling.

What attracts me to Turin: Italian culture feels somewhat closer to my own, and the atmosphere seems more relaxed and welcoming. There’s also a chance that I might go with a fellow student from my course, which could make adapting to a new environment easier. On the other hand, I’m wondering whether there will be enough opportunities to meet a diverse range of people and travel, as well as how difficult it might be to find accommodation.

I’d really appreciate hearing from anyone who has done Erasmus in either of these cities or knows the universities and student life there well.

I hope you’ve managed to get the general idea despite this little essay, haha! Thank you in advance to everyone who takes the time to share their experiences and advice! ❤️

I'm currently preparing for my masters degree abroad under erasmus mundus. However, considering all the paperwork it requires, it made me consider to take a gap year (sep2027 -june/july2028) and apply for the program in december 2027 so that I will join the program in September 2028. The gap year will take place after my graduation, and during it I will work a part-time job in an airport, complete my language certificates in Italian and Japanese (beginner level) and potentially join internships which I of course will add to my CV when I apply. I am worried if things will not go the way that I expected or that the universities will consider the gap year as a weakness. If anyone has gone through this situation pls share your opinion and advice I will be eternally grateful. 🙏🏻 🥲

Hy!

I want to do a semster abrod from Romania and my options are:

• Le Havre, France - University of Le Havre Normandie;
• Le Havre, France - Ecole de Management de Normandie;
• Paris - MBA Institute (BBA INSEEC Paris);
• Paris - Y Cergy Paris Université ;
• Nice - Universite Cote d'Azur (IAE GSM);
• Paris - Ecole Internationale de Management Paris;
• Brugge, Belgium - VIVES University of Applied Sciences (campus Brugge/ Kortrijk);
• Kolding, Denmark - International Business Academy;
• Valencia, Spain - Universidad Politehnica de Valencia;
• Tromson, Norway - The Arctic University of Norway, Campus Al;
• Malta - Pegaso International.

If you did a semester abrod in any of this cities can you give me your opinion ? I study international business and I will have saved up at least 3000 euros.

Everyone talks about traveling, parties and making friends, but I'm curious about the other side too.

What is something you wish you'd known before going on Erasmus? Good or bad, I'd love to hear it!

Hello everyone! I´m deciding between Palermo and Cagliari for my autumn semester next year. As an Art and Aesthetics student Im really excited about Italy´s rich artistic heritage and vibrant culture. I love meeting new people, local traditions and of course the sea! 🌊 Also Im planning on learning Italian before I go (if I go :D), but I´m not sure if a basic level will be enough, or if locals generally speak english. For anyone who has lived or studied in Palermo/Cagliari, I´d love to know -

How´s the vibe in the city? Is it easy to connect with locals and make friends? :)

What´s the weather like in autumn/spring semester? Is swimming ok? xp

What´s the cultural and artistic scene like for an Art student?

Also Is the average student budget manageable for rent, food and going out?

Any insights, personal experiences, or advice would be greatly appreciated!

Grazie mille! :)))))))))))

hi everyone! i'm planning to apply to several (2) erasmus courses (and several EU unis). would like to ask if the motivation letter and recommendation letter should be specific to a certain erasmus program or can it be drafted in a general view???

thanks!

I am an ERASMUS student in Bologna and currently looking to connect with ERASMUS students in Lisbon.
please if there is any active whatsapp groups or anything share that with me I would appreciate it.

Hello, I'm preparing to apply for certain programs for my Master's and I was wondering if anyone would be willing to share some reading recommendations regarding Education Policies. I'm a TEFL grad and I used to follow my lectures closely so I have some experience with my own country but I'm looking for more comprehensive textbooks, especially the classics in the field or ones that cover the topic in a more international manner.

Any other advice is highly appreciated and thank you in advance!!!

I’m a non-EU student doing a semester in Wrocław, Poland. I’ve been here for about a week and a half and I have genuinely made zero friends. My classes happen on an even/odd week schedule so it’s hard to even make friends with people from class. The most I’ve managed to do is have some random chats with people at my dorm, but it seems like most people already have their established friend groups so no real luck in that either. Also, as a bit of an aside—for anyone who’s done/is doing Erasmus in Wrocław or Poland at large, did/have you experienced any form of prejudice?