Go study abroad. Even if it’s not what you expected, you can always return — but at least you’ll have tried, grown, and discovered a new side of yourself.

Start preparing early — it’ll make your application stronger and help you make more informed decisions. And don’t be shy to reach out to alumni — they’re usually happy to help!

Meet Damien, a French alumnus of ESSEC Business School – his journey took him from building a school in Cambodia to launching Acaci’Art, a street art event agency for children with a social impact mission.