Do Students REGRET Studying Abroad?

Do you know the “Dutch Neeewz” superstar, Matheus Santana? Before becoming an influencer in the Netherlands, he first arrived here as an international student. We discuss: 🇧🇷➡️🇳🇱 From Brazil to the Netherlands: Matheus’ international student journey🎓 The reality of studying abroad in 2026 (workload, stress & expectations)🤝 Making friends, handling homesickness & overcoming language barriers🇳🇱 Dutch culture shocks & everyday life surprises🚀 Honest advice for future international students Follow Matheus on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/santanamatheus?igsh=YmlsYTU1dXRsd2Z1TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@santanamath?_r=1&_t=ZN-93sr4r7TCMh Follow Studyportals on:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/studyportals?igsh=MTRyaHR4dHF1YnRpMw==TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@studyportals.com?_r=1&_t=ZN-93sr7tvH5RG In this episode, we cover: 00:00 Episode preview: studying abroad in the Netherlands00:45 Intro: why this conversation matters for international students (2026)01:50 Meet Matheus: Dutch news creator + international student story02:27 Matheus’ background: Brazil education system, scholarships & his journey abroad06:18 Studyportals scholarship: what it is06:32 Biggest challenges of moving abroad (expectations vs reality)08:00 Making friends abroad: practical tips for international students10:03 Studying in the Netherlands: workload, group projects & stress management12:55 Homesickness while studying abroad: how to handle it15:27 Culture shock in the Netherlands: what surprised him most17:02 Language barrier: confidence, communication & daily life18:11 Funny Dutch culture shocks: birthdays, lunch culture & early dinners19:35 How living in the Netherlands changes you (identity, mindset, independence)20:26 Being an international student in 2026: honest advice + what to focus on22:08 How to research study abroad options + tips for living in the Netherlands24:42 Quick-fire questions: get to know Matheus better25:40 Final advice for international students26:30 Outro / subscribe💰 Win a €10,000 scholarship to support your studies abroadApply now through the Studyportals Scholarship and take the next step toward your master’s degree:https://www.mastersportal.com/scholarships/studyportals-scholarship/ If you like this episode, please like and leave your comment 🧡