Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur

Compare the prices of household and other useful items from your current country with your studying abroad one to see where you can save a few bucks in purchases. 

On the topic of saving, do NOT let your student discounts go to waste. Explore the discounts you can get with your new earned student email and purchase more from there. Feel free to ask customer service if your student discount applies.

Always carry a mini first aid kit in your bag. Fill this bag with painkillers, ointments, plasters and any other medications or the sort you may need 

In your backpack carry an empty notebook and a pen and a pencil each for quick notes or incase you need a paper even if you use electronics 

Don’t leave the house without your charger(s) and a power bank 

Leave a sticky note behind or beside your door to remind you of things like chargers 

Always carry a mini first aid kit in your bag. Have it hold painkillers, ointments, banadges and any other things you might need 

In your backpack carry a notebook and a pen and pencil each incase you have to write anything even if you use gadgets 

Never leave the house without your charger(s) and a power bank 

Stick a sticky note on the back or beside your door to remind you to take chargers and things you may forget 

When revising, make sure you’re usung active methods instead of passive ones. This was the information gets stored in your long term memory. 

Always save emergency contact in an accessible place, like the favorites list on your phone so you wouldn’t have to search too far for them. 

[Study abroad tips] 
For safety, invest in a tool that will keep your door more securely locked. You can find such tools on amazon and the likes. Keep a reminder beside your bed to lock your doors before sleeping. 

Also either memorise or stick on the back of your phone the emergency numbers in your country of residence. This includes the police, ambulance etc. 

Lets hear it from you! 
What is your best tip for a new life abroad? (share your best ones :)) 

When packing for studying abroad, first check what your living place already offers. Some accommodations have basic kitchen utensils and appliances so you don’t have to invest in them. 

We’re hoping to all benefit from eachother and create a safe space to ask questions for our new life abroad 

I’ll be posting a tips but you all free to add you own 

1. Its best to keep all your important documents in a file/bag that is easily accessible (under your bed,in your closet). 

[Study abroad life tips]
Make sure to keep the original copy of all your documents safe and try to give a pdf/printed copy wherever possible. If in any case original documents are needed, make sure to note it down somewhere visible and check up on it asap. 

[Study abroad tips]
Stick an erasable board on your fridge for it to act as a convenient grocery list. This way you can write as soon as you run out and just take a picture when you’re leaving for the store. 

Sites like b-ok.asia offer a plethora of books from eduactional to fictional to scientific research papers too! 

[Study abroad life tips]
Its best to keep all your important documents in a file/bag that is easily accessible (under your bed,in your closet). 

DIY your own erasable board by laminating a white paper with tape/laminating paper 

Sites like b-ok.asia offer a plethora of books from eduactional to fictional to scientific research papers too!

[Study abroad tips]
Wherever possible, try to download pdf versions of textbooks or any other readings on your laptop/tablet. This will not only save you money but also decrease the load off of your schoolbag and your back! 

4. Wherever possible, try to download pdf versions of textbooks or any other readings on your laptop/tablet. This will not only save you money but also decrease the load off of your schoolbag and your back! 

3. Stick an erasable board on your fridge for to act as a  convenient grocery list. This way you can write as soon as you run out and just take a picture when you’re leaving for the store 

2. Make sure to keep the original copy of all your documents safe and try to give a pdf/printed copy wherever possible. If in any case original documents are needed, make sure to note it down somewhere visible and check up on it asap. 

5. For safety, invest in a tool that will keep your door more securely locked. You can find such tools on amazon and the likes. Keep a reminder beside your bed to lock your doors before sleeping. 

Another helpful tip it to meal plan over the weekend. This will save you time and money 

Let me know if you need help meal planning and we can do it here together <3

What is something you guys wish you had more help on when it comes to college with its applications to living abroad? 

Active study methods help retain information for longer compared to passive ones. 

The acronym SAAD can be used to implement active studying into your regimen. Let me know if you want a detail breakdown of the SAAD

Studying abroad has a plethora of benefits. Here are 3:
1. Diverse courses to choose from 
2. Increases chances of employment (your CV will look amazing 🤩)
3. You broaden your horizons (experience is an irreplaceable asset for ones self) 

What is the number one barrier preventing you from studying abroad now? 

What are your biggest study abroad concerns? 

Which continent appeals to you most for 2023? 

As 2022 comes to an end, what are some of your goals for the next year? 

[Study abroad tips]
When packing for studying abroad, first check what your living place already offers. Some accommodations have basic kitchen utensils and appliances so you don’t have to invest in them. 

It may seem difficult to chose from the ever growing list of universities when it comes to your dream degree - here at Educatly we can help! 

Studying abroad can seem scary at first (trust me I’ve been there too). However sharing your concerns can definitely help to eliminate some of the reasons you’re holding back. What are your biggest concerns about studying abroad? 

What is one thing you want more help on when it comes to studying abroad, college applications, living alone or anything related? 

By meal planning you can not only control your budget and buying but also stress less about what to eat during the week 

A valuable schedule to make when living with the busy schedule in university/study abroad is meal planning 

Come explore the plethora of options to study here with us at Educatly! 

Do not think about how long it will take, the time will pass anyways. 

Studying abroad gives you loads of oppurtunities such as making new connections, being introduced to new oppurtunities and so much more. 

Don’t let student discounts go! 
One of the added benefits of studying abroad are discounts on Apple, Microsoft, HP and apps too. 

Studying abraod allows you to make connections early. These friendships last long and prove helpful. 

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