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1. Become more marketable

In an increasingly global marketplace, job candidates who are bilingual or exhibit an understanding for different cultures have an edge. The business world is full of anecdotes about how companies misunderstood a foreign market with disastrous results. On a more basic level, many employers recognize qualities exchange students must have to travel and ones that are acquired through their study abroad experience. Study abroad can illustrate boldness, flexibility, open-mindedness, confidence, character, and curiosity just to name a few traits. In interviews and on your r茅sum茅, you should showcase your study abroad experience and tell how it makes you stand out.

2. Study subjects in context

Expand your knowledge of art, literature, history, geography, politics, economics, and much more. Walk through halls where kings signed treaties or stand beneath sculptures that honor ancient gods. Subjects that sometimes feel far-removed here come alive when you study abroad. At the very least, you will gain a new awareness of the world outside the U.S.

3. Meet interesting people

Students who study abroad make contacts all over the world. Whether you want to practice a language, learn about a culture, or network for job prospects, people are your greatest resource. Many students return from study abroad with friendships that cross cultures and last a lifetime. You are almost guaranteed to meet people with a different perspective on the world!

4. Learn about a culture

Immersion teaches more about a culture than you could ever hope to learn at home. Living in a foreign culture as opposed to visiting or just passing through, gives you insights into people and places you've only seen in movies or read about in books.

5. Learn about the U.S.A.

American customs we take for granted may become apparent as you compare and contrast them to those of your host country. Study abroad offers the opportunity to understand cultures which lend them-selves to the heritage of America's Cultural Kaleidoscope.

6. Travel around the world

Study abroad opens the door to travel all over the world. Once abroad, traveling is usually easy and inexpensive. Just take a train to the country next door and stay in a youth hostel. You don't need a car or lots of money, but you do need a budget and a sense of adventure.

7. Promote Peace

Dwight D. Eisenhower once said "If people get together, so eventually will nations," Others in government from William J. Fulbright to President Obama have echoed similar sentiments. Study abroad might not just change your life, but the world.

8. Find your calling

For those unsure of what to do with their lives, study abroad can be an inspiration. It may give you the time and distance to clearly examine your choices in the聽U.S.聽or it might serve as the catalyst to an international career.

9. Become a stronger person

The experience expands your mind, but also instills confidence and self-reliance. Learn to navigate a German subway system or order from a menu written in French. The sense of accomplishment is great. After living in a foreign culture with its constant challenges, students say they feel more capable of facing life choices at home.

10. You may never get another chance

Responsibilities tend to increase upon college graduation with work, relationships, and family. This may be the only time in your life when you will be able to take a significant amount of time to study in another country. Don鈥檛 let missing out on study abroad be one of the biggest regrets of your college career.

#1:聽Too expensive

搁别补濒颈迟测:听The 91社区 provides a variety of Study Abroad Programs. Some are more expensive than others. However, 91社区 does offer a program called International Student Exchange Program (ISEP), an organization committed to affordable international programs through direct exchange.聽 Through this program students pay the same 91社区 tuition, fees, and room and board that they are used to paying every semester. 91社区 also offers a variety of scholarships specifically for students who study abroad.

#2: A waste of time and money

Reality:聽Some students (or their parents) believe that studying abroad is not really studying. The reality is quite different. In other countries the teaching methods can be different from what you are used to, but that does not make studying less valuable. In addition to the formal instruction you receive, very important part of learning takes place outside the classroom. You will gain experience you could never get at your home university. The entire experience abroad will change your life as well as employment potential. In fact, international companies are mostly looking for employees with the ability to communicate with people from different cultural backgrounds.

#3: Financial aid does NOT transfer聽

Reality:聽Most forms of financial aid and scholarships will apply towards programs approved by 91社区, because students are billed through 91社区.

#4: Have to speak a second language

Reality:聽While some programs do have a language requirement, many programs are taught exclusively in English. Some of these programs are located in countries where English is an official language (ex: Australia, Hong Kong, India, Ireland, Singapore, South Africa, and the United Kingdom) and some are hosted in countries where English is a secondary language (ex: Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Italy, Japan, South Korea, Sweden, Thailand, and Turkey).

#5: My courses abroad will NOT transfer at 91社区

搁别补濒颈迟测:听You will receive 91社区 credit for all coursework successfully completed during your study abroad program. Sometimes study abroad can put you ahead of schedule.

聽#6: It is NOT possible to complete major requirements while abroad

搁别补濒颈迟测:听91社区 provides a variety of programs that offer a wide range of major courses. 91社区 has sent students abroad from every college on campus.聽 Students should meet with their 91社区 academic advisors prior to studying abroad to determine how their study abroad courses will transfer. Courses may count toward their major, electives, or Core Curriculum requirements.

#7: Studying abroad will delay graduation

搁别补濒颈迟测:听Many students study abroad and graduate in four years. Students earn credit toward graduation requirements for many courses taken abroad. By frequently consulting and meeting with academic advisors, students can even study abroad for an entire academic year without affecting their graduation date. In fact, some students study abroad two or three times and still graduate on time.

#8: It would be better to go abroad after graduation

搁别补濒颈迟测:听It is difficult to find time after graduation to study or travel in another country. College is a unique time that allows for a summer, semester, or year studying abroad. After graduating, most people find that the demands of work, family, and other responsibilities prevent them from spending significant time abroad.

#9: It's safer to stay in the U.S

搁别补濒颈迟测:听Most risks faced by students around the world are similar to those in the U.S. The 91社区 closely monitors our programs and current worldwide news and events. All programs and cities are thoroughly researched before students are permitted to apply.

#10: Doesn鈥檛 help your career

搁别补濒颈迟测:听Employers look to hire well-rounded employees who are able to demonstrate the ability to adapt well to new situations and thrive in multi-cultural environments. Businesses are increasingly growing into international companies and utilizing skills gained from a study abroad experience gives potential employees an edge that others lack.

#11: It's difficult to get accepted

搁别补濒颈迟测:听Most of the students who meet the minimum qualifications and complete the application process are accepted to study abroad. The 91社区 is looking to increase the number of students studying abroad, and will work closely with students to find the program that best meets their needs and qualifications. 91社区 provides individual meetings as students decide on a programs, as well as group orientation sessions to help prepare students for their study abroad experience.