Getting an undergraduate / baccalaureate in the EU?

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Any advice for a dual citizen (US/Spain) who is considering getting their undergraduate degree in the EU, taking advantage of their dual US/EU citizenship?

Would love perspectives from other US-based high schoolers/parents who made the decision to pursue the baccalaureate in the EU.

Additional details:

  • US-born and -residing
  • Currently in a top 8 US-based boarding school, 4.0 GPA (weighted)
  • Potential majors include Comp Sci, Environmental Studies, and Engineering
  • No APs; SAT will be taken this fall but trending towards 1500+ with self-study

Questions:

  • Are APs or other standardized tests necessary?
  • Is there a way to get something resembling a liberal arts education for someone who is interested in STEM majors?
  • Where you able to do a study abroard in the US?
  • Any helpful resources (sites, articles, etc…) you can share?

Thank you!

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It really depends on the major and the country.
The only STEM “majors” with some “liberal arts” flexibility I know would be the Netherlands’ Liberal Arts Colleges (+ the ATLAS program a Twente), perhaps the Scottish universities (3/4 would be STEM core though).
The highly theoretical Polytechnique Bachelor’s involves a LOT of math with, after the 1st year, a choice of Economics, CS, or Physics; and some hours in Biology, Humanities, Foreign Language, and Physical Activity.
All these programs are in English.

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If you’re a dual citizen (US/Spain) considering an undergraduate degree in the EU, here are some key points:

  • APs and standardized tests may be required or beneficial for admission to EU universities, so it’s important to research the specific requirements of your desired programs.
  • Some universities in the EU offer a combination of STEM majors and a liberal arts approach, allowing you to pursue both interests.
  • While studying abroad in the US as an EU-based student may be less common, some universities have exchange programs or partnerships for international experiences.
  • Utilize helpful resources such as websites, articles, and advice from high school counselors and university advisors for more information and guidance.
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