The New Global Student

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In 2005, Maya Frost and her husband made a bold decision to leave their suburban American lifestyle behind for an adventure abroad, navigating the challenges of guiding their four teenage daughters through high school and into college. This engaging how-to handbook reveals the affordable and advantageous options they discovered for American students seeking a relevant global education. If you're ready to move away from the traditional, hypercompetitive SAT/AP/GPA route, explore the stories of bold students launching into the global economy with college diplomas, essential 21st-century skills, and no debt by age twenty. You'll learn about the single factor hindering your student’s progress, why Advanced Placement courses may not be as beneficial as believed, and the shortcomings of many international programs. Discover the optimal time for studying abroad, the best exchange program available for under $3,000 annually, and strategies to accelerate high school. Additionally, find out how to maximize a family sabbatical and live your dream abroad while saving for college. Filled with myth-busting insights, humorous anecdotes, and inspiring tales from the Frost daughters, this book offers a refreshing perspective on education that is sure to motivate and excite.