Academic: 

1. Quality education (Canada’s education system is consistently ranked among the best of the world)

2. Affordable living costs (more affordable universities than most other popular study abroad locations)

3. Cultural diversity (similar to the U.S. in bring welcoming to lots of different cultures; would meet a lot of different kind of people and broaden my academic perspectives)

Non-Academic:

1. English speaking country

2. Lots of snow

3. Landmarks (Niagara Falls, Northern Lights, etc.)

Academic:

1. Global leader in education 

2. Cheaper tuition than most American universities

3. Student job opportunities (students can work while studying and obtain a “study visa”)

Non-Academic:

1. English speaking country

2.   Unique wildlife

3. Landmarks (Great Barrier Reef, Uluru, etc.)

Academic:

1. Ireland is a popular academic study abroad location (approximately 32,000 students from over 160 countries)

2. Career prospects (Ireland has a high demand for skilled professionals)

3. Top-ranked universities (quality education)

Non-Academic:

1. English speaking country

2. Amazing food/culture

3. Landmarks (Dublin Castle, Newgrange, etc.)