It was at this time that Wahid finally decided to drop plans for overseas studies in favor of developing the 'pesantren'.

She, together with Poh Huat, funded his overseas studies.

In the film, Seng is the son in the family, who failed in graduating from his overseas studies.

In addition, the University has been authorized to run a center for overseas studies to assist self-funded students to study in foreign countries.

While some schools and study-abroad groups say that their numbers may be slightly down, others are reporting an increased demand for overseas study.

"It saves a lot of trouble," said Ms. Andreas, 53, the founder of a school for overseas environmental studies.

Its purpose is to assist and develop professional Australian opera singers by providing overseas study and travel opportunities.

Students of humbler socioeconomic status who excelled at school had access to government scholarships for overseas study as well.

Students in the fellows program receive $1,500 to $5,000 to help fund research, overseas study and internships.

I've got an old maiden aunt that takes in student boarders, and one of her 'girls' just headed out for overseas study last semester.