Resource Links

Our objective is to help you master a foreign language by placing you in an immersion program where your target language is spoken. Here are a few resources in case you were wondering whether the effort and struggle is worth it!

Why You Need a Foreign Language

Do you really need to take the time to learn a foreign language? Read Ed Trimnell's book, Why You Need a Foreign Language. This no nonsense book will give you all the motivation you need to keep learning!

Languages Work

A British web site that offers a wealth of resources and "inspiration" on the value of learning a foreign language. It's well worth a visit!

http://www.languageswork.org.uk/

Vistawide

Vistawide was created by language educators and learners. It provides loads of useful information for language learners from scholarships, books, career help, and a discussion forum.

www.vistawide.com

Financial Aid & Scholarship Resources

We know that affording a great immersion program can be tough! If you are looking for financial aid or information about possible scholarships try the links below:

www.fastweb.com - Free scholarship search engine offering over $1 billion through over 600,000 scholarships

www.collegenet.com - Search a $1.6 billion database for scholarships

www.scholarships.com –Search college scholarships and financial aid information including Federal Stafford loans, Federal PLUS loans, and Federal Consolidation loans

www.iefa.org - Resource for financial aid, college scholarships, and grants

www.studentaid.ed.gov – U.S. Department of Education information about federal student aid

Please note: We review the content of any websites we link to; however, The Learning Traveller cannot be held responsible for the content of these sites or for any actions you may take as a result of information you acquired from visiting any of the wesites listed above.