Be cautious when considering online dating applications abroad.
MISTI highly discourages the use of online dating apps, especially given the significant cultural differences between the U.S. and other countries. MIT strongly encourages you to prioritize academics and be mindful to seek out cultural experiences that are safe, such as through homestays, local staff, and program activities.
Special considerations when dating abroad
- Be cautious when seeking to meet new people because there are different cultural norms and values that surround social or personal relationships.
- Remember that what might be considered a casual drink or meal with a person of interest can have a much more significant meaning in a different cultural context.
- Remember that it is very difficult for you to safely determine who might be genuinely interested in you and who has ulterior motives (such as stealing your passport or money, or seeking a visa to the U.S. if you are a U.S. citizen).