Chapter 16: Studying Abroad

By Michelle Ruth



Testudo's Tips!

  • Plan ahead. Don't postpone your abroad application until the last minute.
  • Go where YOU want to go, don't just follow the crowd.
  • Visit as many attractions and cities as you can abroad, it might be your only chance!

CHAPTER SUMMARY:

Many college students, no matter what year they’re in, have thought about studying abroad for a semester. However, most incoming students don’t know much about studying abroad, all the options available with this special experience or what they can gain from the experience.

Studying abroad often times involves trekking halfway across the world to embark on one of the most surreal experiences any college student might get to do. Whether study abroad sophomore year or junior year, in fall or spring semester, or choose from a typical study abroad program, a work abroad program or a volunteer abroad program,  there are things you need to know beforehand and things to keep in mind while abroad. This chapter guides you through how to apply and discusses the many places you can go within the different types of programs so you'll make the most of your time abroad. 

RELATED VIDEO: 

Deborah Lake, education abroad coordinator, discussed everything about the abroad experience, ranging from the application process to preparing for your study abroad semester. In the following video, Lake talks about the different options for studying abroad, such as volunteer abroad programs and work abroad programs.



RELATED RESOURCES:  

Globally Engaged Programs at UMD


NAFSA: Trends in U.S. Study Abroad