• Review programs by country​

• See all sections - useful info

• Apply directly to the school

• Contact us by email for Help !

• Tell others about this site

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Note: Website currently being built.  More info to be added !

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FREQUENT QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

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Q: Will NPSA guide me thru the application process, confirmation, and arrival / check-in process ?

A: Yes, expert staff are available to assist if needed.

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Q: Will other students be arriving and starting the same program I am attending ?

A: Yes, students come from a variety of countries to attend the same program. 

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Q: Are there "arrival pick-up" services available to get from the airport to the school, as well as "drop-off" after the program ?

A: Yes, most programs offer pick-up and drop off services from / too nearby airport.  Taxi shuttles, and Uber services are also available. Fee usually apply. 

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Q: Will I be able to communicate with other currently enrolled students, as well as past students ?

A: Yes, usually through school Facebook page. 

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Q: Are there organized student activities and excursions to experience cultural events, tour local sights, and be able to meet other students in the same program ?

A: Yes, most programs offer student activities and field trips to help everyone meet other students and experience local culture and sights.  Fees may apply depending on activity or excursion. 

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Q: Will there be support staff there on-site to assist students get settled, help with any issues that come up, and overall be available ?

A: Yes, program staff are there at the school to assist students. Emergency phone numbers are also available 24/7. 

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Q: Are medical facilities (hospitals /clinics) available at location ?

A: Yes.  Medical insurance often available at the school for a fee, as well as insurance policies listed in the "Resources" section of this website. 

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Q: Is there assistance with housing (on / off campus) by school staff or even NPSA ?

A: Yes, most programs offer housing. Independent housing can also be arranged using the housing Links in the Resources section of this website. 

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Q: Can I earn Academic Credit ?

A: Yes, academic credit (high school and college) are available. Can obtain a transcript / certificate from the program and transfer credit back to your home school. 

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Q: Is there assistance with International Payments for the program tuition and housing ?

A: Yes, all programs offer payment options prior to arrival and maybe eve after arrival check-in. NPSA can also offer payment options - just ask us. 

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Q: Are refunds available ?

A: Yes, but depends on each school refund policy and the "timing / when" the refund is requested. 

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Q: Can Relatives or friends join me abroad ?

A: Yes, Relatives and friends can travel with you to the program destination to see that you arrive and check-in properly.  They can even participate in the same program if preferred. 

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Q: Why go direct with NPSA ?

A: With NPSA, you will not pay the "for-profit" prices from several packaged programs based in the USA.  NPSA will save you significant money, simply because we do not "sell you" very expensive packages that are not really necessary. Do not be fooled by the expensive agencies that have "Board of Directors", on-site program staff, and an office based back in the USA.  With NPSA, we will guide you to easily enroll directly in the program abroad, meet other students going on same program, on-site school support staff, and save yourself a bundle (often 50% less) than expensive For-Profit competitors.  We do not create extra "packages" to programs that already exist. We do not pretend that it is "our program ! Go direct with NPSA instead !​​​​

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Q: Why are "For Profit Programs" so expensive ?

A: Primary reasons are as follows:

* They are in business to make a significant profit.

* They have too many staff and executives to pay. 

* They have high advertising and promotional costs. 

* Expensive brochures and other materials.

* Office expenses, and staff travel costs.

* Staff escorting groups to program destinations. 

* High liability insurance to cover from lawsuits.

* Prices in US dollars are hedged for exchange risks.

* Some pay a fee (kick-back) to recruit students.

* Program prices are also set to cover inflation.

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NPSA operates as a non-profit, and in the best interest of each student. No hidden fees / costs. ​​

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                                Testimonials

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This website is awesome ! Many programs are listed for you to connect directly as well as useful resources (Links) and saves you money. It is a one stop site, providing you with everything you need to know to study abroad directly.   21 yrs, College Student, Santa Monica, CA USA

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Studying abroad does not have to be so expensive, nor exclusive. This website is a great resource in finding a good program at much lower cost.  I love this simple, yet informative website. No need to look anywhere else !  20 yrs, University Student, Seattle, WA USA

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As a parent, I found this website to be a great help in finding a suitable program and housing for my daughter wanting to study in Barcelona. Several excellent programs to review directly, as well as many resource Links that provide practical info and services.  Highly recommend this site ! 

52 yrs, Parent, Phoenix, AZ USA

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As a Professor, I advise many students interested in studying abroad.  This website is my favorite site to refer students to check-out.  65 yrs, Professor,  Lawrence, KS USA

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                  Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry, and narrow-mindedness.

                       Mark Twain (Samuel Clemens) Innocents Abroad

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