In January 2025, a wildfire swept through parts of Los Angeles. SAF had students in the area during the time. Learn how our team responded and kept them safe.
Read about how Xu Shengbo, an SAF China student from UESTC, found his confidence and voice during his 3 weeks at UC Berkeley during a summer program.
Zach Simon, SAF's Executive Director, recognizes the shifts of global education. Read how SAF is diversifying its portfolio and meeting current student demand.
Carol Carmody, co-founder of SAF, addresses the challenges of the times and how SAF and IES Global remain optimistic and dedicated to our shared missions.
Meet Kihwan Kim, a former SAF student whose study abroad experience at the University of Arkansas helped him land his dream job back in Korea.
SAF participated in CACIE 2025 in Beijing, celebrating 25 years of leadership, strengthening global partnerships, and advancing study abroad opportunities.
Getting your passport and visa are crucial steps for studying abroad. Applying for both can take several months—especially with delayed processing times around the world. Make sure you plan ahead and get started early!
