Nowadays, many young people are eager to live and study abroad,

because they want to learn in developed countries where they can get a
progressive education. Besides increasing their knowledge, they dream
about a better life. Undoubtedly, studying abroad seems an excellent
opportunity to enrich your intelligence about the language and the culture,
make friends with new people and learn how to be more responsible. But
some people find there many disadvantages such as cultural shock,
financial difficulties, and homesickness.

First of all, studying abroad you have a better chance to improve your
knowledge of the language. You have the opportunity to improve your
listening and speaking abilities when you are in a different environment. I
suppose there is no other better way to become fluent. Also, aside from
language, you get to know a new culture, history, lifestyle, and customs.
You are not only enriching your knowledge but also adopting it for
yourself. Also, living and studying abroad can be full of happiness, fun,
and enjoyable because it gives you a chance to make friends with new
people. In addition, studying abroad gives you great resources which
probably you can`t get in your local universities. You may be able to take a
course that you wouldn't be able to take in your own country or study at a
college or university that specializes in your field of interest. Also, you can
learn by using the newest technologies.

However, studying abroad has some potential downsides, for instance,

cultural shock, homesickness, and cultural differences. The first
disadvantage is that it is pretty expensive. Not only because of the cost of
education but also because you have to live somewhere, eat something and
be ready to pay for it by yourself. Finances may become the main problem.
Secondly, a new environment is a real challenge for overseas students.
They can experience a culture shock. Even if a student knows a lot about
the country where he is going to live, there is a possibility that he will face
some differences. The last disadvantage is that you, undoubtedly, can feel
homesick, lost, or alienated. You may find yourself feeling alone without
your relatives and friends. Furthermore, making good friendships takes
time, and it can be more severe in the country where you haven't been
living.
In conclusion, education abroad is a great opportunity, but it also has
difficulties that you can try your best to overcome. Therefore, I suppose it
is silly to reject this experience. So, if you have a chance to study abroad,
you should not miss it.