Forum-Nexus Study Abroad

Forum-Nexus Study Abroad

Why choose Forum-Nexus Study Abroad?

Forum-Nexus has a track record of 35 years as a leader in multi-city summer programs in Europe for students majoring in Marketing, Management, International Business, International Studies, Communication, Economics, Engineering, Nursing, Pre-Law, and more.

What makes Forum-Nexus unique?
- Learn while traveling and exploring different European destinations.
- Share your study abroad experience with top students from all over the world, making life-long friendships.
- Earn up to 9 credits transferable to your college or university.
- Travel with world-class professors who are always on-site to assist you in achieving the best educational experience.
- Visit leading European companies and prominent international organizations and get to interact and network with their executives.
- Improve your level of International IQ which helps you become more qualified in the job market

Website
forum-nexus.com
Founded
1990

Scholarships

Forum-Nexus Student Assistantship Program

We are proud to offer study abroad scholarship opportunities to a Forum-Nexus program by participating in a student assistantship. An assistantship is a work-study opportunity in which a student can complete hours before, during, and after a Forum-Nexus summer program in exchange for a tuition-reduction scholarship.

Value
$1,000 - $5,000

Reviews

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Madison
4/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Great experience

Overall a great experience, organization and structure could improve the experience but worth it. I am happy that I joined, I made amazing friends. I have been able to visit places that I would have never even known about.

I wasn't impressed with the professional visits. My readiness for the visit was not very well. The independent culture visits went well. These are because I have planned for them.

I would recommend Forum Nexus. It was a great experience, but difficult to budget for me. All the hotels were really nice, some hotel rooms were small but fine.

Pros
  • Making friends
  • Academics
  • Independent visits
Cons
  • Professional visits
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Elleana
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Very fun, educational, great people, great places

I made great friends and amazing memories and explored the world more independently, allowing me to be more confident as a person, friend, and traveler.

I didn't like the professional visits much. The hotels were of good quality and location. The independent cultural visits were very interesting like the independent visits

I would recommend Forum Nexus to my friends as it is fun and educational with good quality hotels. I would like to speak to future candidates who are thinking of choosing the Forum Nexus program.

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Jack
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

I really enjoyed this program

I had so much fun than I had ever expected. I am happy to participate, learn a lot, and make many new friends. It was awesome to see many different cities.

The staff was all awesome, all were very friendly and helpful. No matter the situation, they all seemed to care very much for each and every student. The professional visits were honestly much better than what I expected. The cultural visits were very helpful. All of the hotels we stayed in were very nice, i didn't have any problems at any of them.

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?
Go for itttttt
Pros
  • Hotels locations
  • Historic Sights
  • Delicious food
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Brooke
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Great experience

I loved that we kept moving to different cities, and got to see and learn so much. Very welcoming and helpful staff. I enjoyed the professional visits, I think they were good just to learn about things you would never think to visit by yourself. Hotels are 10/10. I loved traveling and going with the flow, I had so much fun and I hope I can do this every day. EU was much more necessary than I thought it would be. it is nice to learn about new places, and get a better understanding of their culture and heritage.

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Garrett
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Best month of your life!!

My name is Garrett Michaud. In 2022 I attended the Forum-Nexus Italy Trip. This trip was definitely a peak in my life. Profesor Laura was incredible and very supportive. Hugo, Nadine and Hobbes also did an amazing job with planning and directing this trip. They are the nicest people you will ever meet. I did not know anyone going into the trip; however, I met friends from across the country that I still keep in touch with and plan trips to see each other once a year. I lived the program so much that I had to go back. So I returned in 2024 and it was just as perfect as the first time. We went to four different countries! This time I was the Management and Operations Intern. Hobbes and Nadine were very supportive and flexible with my schedule. Overall this program is a 12 out of 10, and I believe everyone should be able to experience a Forum-Nexus trip once in their life!

What was the most unfamiliar thing you ate?
Steak Tartare. Which is raw steak with a raw egg and spices mixed into it. I’m usually a picky eater but my friends made me try this and it was INCREDIBLE!
Pros
  • Supportive Staff
  • Once in a lifetime opportunity
  • Great Cities

Programs

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Alumni Interviews

These are in-depth Q&A sessions with verified alumni.

Why did you choose this program?

I chose Forum-Nexus' Ultimate Summer in Europe because I wanted to see and experience as many European destinations as possible in a short amount of time. This program offered 7 destinations in just over a month's time.

Traveling with a consistent group of students me feel safe, comfortable and have a lot of fun. The Forum-Nexus staff hails from multiple different countries so they had a unique perspective and "inside scoop" on each location which pushed me to indulge into surrounding cultures to the fullest.

What did your program provider (or university) assist you with, and what did you have to organize on your own?

Forum-Nexus made planning easy! I booked my long haul flights to Europe and they basically took care of the rest! They helped me select classes that would fit my goals, booked hotels and professional visits in each city, and took care of booking all my inter-city transportation. The staff even organized student group chats to help connect with others so we could plan weekend trips together.

What is one piece of advice you'd give to someone going on your program?

DO IT ALL! You will never have another opportunity like this one, maximize it! Try new foods, talk to new people (test out some of your new foreign language skills!), see everything you can while you are there.

Life is too short to say "I'll do that when I come back." This study abroad will open your eyes to incredible things and you'll think bigger because of it! Embrace the growth.

What does an average day/week look like as a participant of this program?

Typically on weekdays, you start your day with free hotel breakfast then you head to class! Most classes are held at local universities where the Forum-Nexus professors teach the class. Around midday, you are free to head out and grab lunch. After that, afternoons and evenings consist of free time, cultural activities or professional visits. Weekends are open so you can choose to stay in the base city, or plan independent travel to a place near by!

Going into your experience abroad, what was your biggest fear, and how did you overcome it? How did your views on the issue change?

My biggest fear going into this study abroad experience was that I wouldn't make friends. Instantly, I was proven wrong! I clicked with a few girls right away and as the trip went on, our circle became even larger. Everyone is in the same boat - all trying to meet others! Forum-Nexus facilitates enough structure to encourage making friends but you can still have your downtime if you'd like it.

Staff Interviews

These are in-depth Q&A sessions with program leaders.

Nadine Farrag

Job Title
Professor & Assistant Program Director
Nadine is a well-rounded professional who has 12+ years of experience in industries such as education, healthcare, telecom working across different business and marketing functions.
Nadine Farrag

What is your favorite travel memory?

I've traveled to more than 25 countries so there are many great memories but my favorite was my first trip with Forum-Nexus. It was my first study abroad experience and the first time to travel abroad without my family. I made so many friends from all over the world. and experienced what Forum-Nexus calls "a life-changing experience".

How have you changed/grown since working for your current company?

Forum-Nexus is a life-changing experience. I've become more open to different ideas, more independent, and of course a global citizen. I've made friends from all over the world. I also got the chance to try different functions such as operations, admissions, and finally teaching. It is great to be able to explore the world while also availing that opportunity for others.

What is the best story you've heard from a return student?

Two students met during the program and a few years later, they sent us their wedding picture. Imagine? Not only that, the bridesmaids were also students from that same year. That was the cutest story I've ever heard! It's like a fairytale but in fact, it's true. I met an Indian friend I made during the program 10 years after we graduated and that's the magic of Forum-Nexus.

If you could go on any program that your company offers, which one would you choose and why?

I would choose the main session so I could experience all the countries and cities and that's exactly what I did back then when I was a student. I would also choose to combine the study and the internship so I can get the best of both worlds. Imagine having an internship in several countries. How cool is that?

What makes your company unique? When were you especially proud of your team?

Forum-Nexus is unique in several aspects. Firstly, the multi-country offering is unbeatable, especially in such a short time. Also, the diverse team is something you wouldn't find everywhere. I'm from Egypt. The founder is from Argentina. The Academic Director is American. The Operations Director is Mexican...imagine the diversity.

What do you believe to be the biggest factor in being a successful company?

The family-like safe space we create for students during that month of study abroad where they can really experience not just the world but also themselves is amazing. I loved it when I was a student. Also, the diversity Forum-Nexus brings to the table is something not many programs offer. And of course, going to many countries in a short period of time and yet still have some summer time to spend with the family.

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