Your Study Abroad Adventure Starts Here
Feel prepared. Stay aware. Travel with confidence.
The FREE Study Abroad Summit | September 21–25, 2026
Studying abroad can be one of the most exciting and transformative experiences of your life — but there’s a lot to know before you go.
Join Kristy Wachter and a hand-selected group of experts for a free virtual summit designed to help students and families navigate the study abroad experience with greater confidence, preparation, safety, and awareness.
Kristy's Welcome Video
Hear from Kristy about why she created the Study Abroad Summit and what you’ll walk away with.
Go Abroad Excited — and Prepared.
Where will you live? What should you pack? How do you manage money overseas? What happens if something goes wrong? How do you stay aware of your surroundings without being afraid to explore?
There are so many questions that come with studying abroad.
That’s why Dr. Kristina Wachter created the Study Abroad Summit.
Over five days, you’ll hear from experts who understand the realities of international travel and study abroad — and who can help you prepare for the experience before you ever board the plane.
We'll talk about:
Safety & situational awareness while living and traveling abroad
Preparing for the unexpected
Travel planning and logistics
Money, banking, and finances overseas
Health and wellness abroad
Cultural awareness and navigating a new environment
Essential resources and services for students
Making the most of your study abroad experience
And more.
5 Days. 10 Expert Conversations. One Incredible Adventure Ahead.
From practical preparation to personal safety, we’re bringing together experts with information you’ll actually use.
Each day, you'll get access to two expert conversations created to help you feel more knowledgeable, aware, and ready for life abroad.
September 21–25, 2026
100% Virtual | 100% Free
Attend from anywhere.
Meet Your Host
Dr. Kristina Wachter
Dr. Kristina Wachter believes international experiences have the power to change the way we see ourselves, other people, and the world around us.
She created the Study Abroad Summit to bring the information students and families need into one accessible place — so you can spend less time wondering “What am I forgetting?” and more time getting excited about what’s ahead.
Ready to Go Abroad With More Confidence?
Your study abroad experience begins long before your flight takes off.Get the practical tools, expert advice, safety awareness, and resources you need to feel ready for what comes next.