Studying Abroad

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Studying Abroad

• Education Abroad
• Rowe 116
• M-F 830am-5pm
• 860-486-5022
• www.abroad.uconn.edu

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Study Abroad

• Study Abroad has become integral to
  internationalization and globalization
  initiatives that are being planned and
  implemented here at UConn, as well as at most
  major colleges and universities across the
  country.

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Global Competency

• In higher education we need to create world
  citizens to participate, prosper and lead in the
  global marketplace of ideas, commerce and
  culture (Mike Adams, President, Farleigh
  Dickenson University, UConn 2010).

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Active Global Citizens

• The goal to foster engagement in
• a way that as James Skelly says should be the
  raison detre of international education as a
  whole to address the serious systemic problems
  that we face as humans living on this planet
  (Lewin 31).

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Benefits of Study Abroad

• Students Gain Global Knowledge
• Students develop Global Skills
• Fluency in another language
• Negotiation in a different culture
• Working with others from different cultures
• Identification of global problems and strategies
  for developing solutions
• Students acquire Global Attitudes
• Understanding that there isnt just one way to do
  things
• Sensitivity to culture difference
• Appreciation of our common humanity
• In sum they develop intellectually,
  professionally and civically becoming a global
  citizen.
• Academic exploration and commitment in a new
  context.

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Study Abroad at UConn
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General Information

• Students can Study Abroad in the Fall, Spring,
  Winter Intersession, Summer or Academic Year.
• 2.5 is the minimum GPA required.
• Exchange programs require a 3.0 GPA.
• Study Abroad is usually for Sophomores, Juniors
  Seniors.

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Getting Credits and Grades

• Earn UConn credit on UConn transcript.
• Grades calculated into GPA (except some
  internships).
• Fulfill general education, elective, minor and/or
  major requirements.
• Save electives related courses for study abroad
  greater flexibility.
• Minor in International/ Area Studies.

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General Information (cont.)

• Language Requirements
• Many programs are taught in English.
• Students can take language courses to learn the
  language of the place in which they are studying.
• Some programs require language proficiency.
• Major/Minor/Gen Ed Requirements
• Students can go on any approved program and
  fulfill requirements.
• Courses can go towards the major, minor, or
  general education requirements.

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How to pick a program?

• Students should look at their needs
• ? Program/major requirements
• ? Language acquisition needs/requirements
• ? Study options participate in a faculty-led
  UConn program, attend a specialized course for
  study abroad students, conduct field study,
  intern in businesses or non-profits, or enroll in
  a foreign university through exchange or direct
  enrollment.
• ? Living options dorm, apartment, or with a
  family

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Financial Aspects...

• Programs vary in cost, and many are very
  affordable.
• Students can use grants
• and loans that have been awarded.
• Scholarships and additional loans are available.
• Dont let cost keep students from applying.

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Begin Planning Early

• Studying abroad is something students should
  start thinking about soon into their college
  career.
• Study abroad is for all majors, including those
  in humanities, social sciences, sciences,
  engineering, business, nursing, pharmacy and
  agriculture
• Students should visit the study abroad website
  http//www.abroad.uconn.edu

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Deadlines

• Applications for the Spring and Wintersession are
  due October 1st.
• Applications for the Summer are due in early
  March.
• Applications for the Fall and Academic Year are
  due on March 15.

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Studying Abroad is a Window to the World
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Uconn Education Abroad Websitehttp//www.abroad
.uconn.edu Dorothea (Dora) Hast, UConn Global
Affairsdorothea.hast_at_uconn.edu