Study Abroad
International travel and the chance to study abroad can be an important part of your academic life, preparation for your future and experience for your career. Find out more about:
There are many reasons for studying abroad:
- to strengthen your liberal arts education by understanding other cultures
- to earn approved transfer credits toward your degree requirements
- to pursue interesting seminar or internships at the graduate level
- to gain a cross-cultural perspective on race, class, religion, economics, and politics
- to get an edge in competing for domestic and international jobs
- to make new friends and broaden your personal and professional horizons
- to have fun
Any student in good standing is eligible to study abroad. It is important to do some advanced planning so the courses you want to take fit into your academic program. For that reason, it's a good idea to talk with the academic advisor, your divisional chair or program director, or the advisors in the International Services Office and the Financial Aid Office.