Feeling a little intimidated by the costs to travel abroad? ILP Volunteers have paid for a huge chunk (and sometimes all of it!) by fundraising and we've gathered all of their tips here.

I mean ... a ticket from Barcelona to this insanely gorgeous island costs about as much as going out for dinner last night did. Why isn't everyone going to Mallorca?

Many volunteers who serve in Africa with us are members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Before arriving in Uganda, we're frequently asked questions like, "Can I go to church while I'm in Uganda?"

Ukraine has some of the most beautiful cathedrals around and this cute little city is full of them!

This is a favorite place for our ILP volunteers to visit during their semester abroad in Mexico. It's easy to get to (luckily so close to where ILP volunteers live!), crazy colorful, and has the best shopping. Many volunteers actually end up going more than once because they just can't get enough.

Getting ready for your semester volunteering abroad with International Language Programs (ILP)? There's a lot of unknowns when you're getting ready to live in a country you've never been to and we know it can be a little nerve wracking!

Here's a general outline of what typically happens the first few days of your semester — we'll be there to support you! 

Trying to make a semester work out but aren't sure how to come up with the money you need? Fundraising is one way volunteers have funded most or all of their trip. We've had volunteers have luck with this cook off idea in the past and wanted to fill you in.

Uganda, Africa is our newest volunteer destination and it has exceeded all of our expectations! Brenna, who is one of the first volunteers there answered some questions for us, giving you insight on what her experience has been like spending a semester abroad in Uganda.

Huasteca is a region in Mexico that ILP volunteers have raved about as a must visit, gorgeous place! Here's what you need to know so you can make this amazing trip happen during your own semester in Mexico!

Daydreaming about your upcoming semester abroad in Kiev? Make sure you add zip lining over the Dnieper River to those dreams!