I’m an American high schooler in my senior year, and I’ve been trying to figure out where I’d like to attend university. One of the things I’ve been considering is going to some European school to do a bachelors in psychology, and then returning to the U.S. for a doctorate program. Since I’m just starting out, I’m unclear on a lot of the important details. So, I wanted to see what I’d need to know about transferring, how possible it is, and whatever else I’d need to know more about regarding the degree I want. The ultimate goal is to be a licensed psychologist in the U.S. who did their doctorate in an Ivy League, but I’m unsure if this is workable.
The reason I want to do a bachelors in Europe is because I need a redo, if you will. Something to make my résumé look better before I apply to an Ivy League, as my high school scores are decent, but not Ivy League good. Another thing I want is the experience of Europe and the romantic language group. I’ve also heard how low the costs are for European schools.
Some problems I’ve heard about are course credit transfer issues, costs upon returning to the U.S., and getting scholarships as an international student. I just want to know how this comes out, especially since I’m not originating from Europe (having done high school in America), but instead leaving and returning to the United States.
I do have options for American universities to do a bachelors in, but I am curious about Europe, and would like that experience. The goal is to keep costs down, but I do know that’s not always possible… particularly with my decisions—transferring to and from a Europe. So I also wanted to see what options there are for living and learning Europe as a foreigner. Are dorms commonplace? Will I be finding my own place? Is it possible to live with a European family while I do my bachelors? I’ve heard something about that.