Translation guide
The concept of studying abroad, typically referring to a student going to another country for education. In Japanese, this is most commonly expressed with the noun 留学 (りゅうがく) and the verb 留学する (りゅうがくする).
To refer to the act or experience of studying in a foreign country, usually as a student.
The standard noun meaning 'studying abroad'. Used in phrases like 留学する (to study abroad) and 留学中 (while studying abroad).
I plan to study abroad in Japan next year.
Studying abroad was a very good experience.
The verb form 'to study abroad'. It is a する-verb and is used intransitively.
I studied abroad when I was a high school student.
Literally 'overseas study abroad'. Often used to emphasize going abroad, but 留学 alone already implies overseas.
I'm interested in studying abroad.
To refer to someone who is currently studying in a foreign country.
The standard word for 'international student' or 'student studying abroad'. It refers to the person.
He is an international student from the US.
To refer to a shorter, often language-focused study abroad program, sometimes called a 'study tour'.
To specify the educational level of the study abroad experience.
留学 already implies going abroad, so 海外留学 is somewhat redundant. However, 海外留学 is often used in promotional materials or to be explicit. In everyday conversation, 留学 is sufficient.
While 勉強 (べんきょう) means 'study', it does not convey the idea of studying abroad. Use 留学 to specifically mean studying in a foreign country as a student. Saying 海外で勉強する is grammatically correct but sounds like 'studying overseas' in a general sense, not necessarily as an enrolled student.
I'm studying abroad in Japan.
She wants to study abroad next year.
The number of international students is increasing.
Studying abroad in high school is a life-changing experience.