Visiting European Universities: Our Summer 2025 Highlights

This summer, our Europe Option team had the incredible opportunity to visit several leading universities across Europe — meeting admissions staff, exploring campuses, and getting a real feel for what international students can expect.

Our journey took us from the sunny plazas of IE University in Madrid and the dynamic campus of Bocconi University in Milan, to the historic canals of the University of Amsterdam and Leiden University, where tradition meets innovation. We also spent time in Utrecht, exploring its vibrant student life and forward-thinking programs, before heading to University College Dublin (UCD) and Trinity College Dublin — two of Ireland’s most prestigious and welcoming universities.

Each visit deepened our understanding of how European universities blend academic excellence, diversity, and real-world experience. From Italy’s business hubs to Ireland’s research-focused campuses, one thing stood out everywhere we went: Europe offers world-class education for students ready to explore beyond borders.

We’re excited to share these insights with our students and families this fall — helping them choose programs that fit not just their goals, but their sense of adventure.