Valparaiso University
University Information
Apply to study abroad in Africa, Asia, Europe or Latin America! Click on the "Getting Started" section of our website to learn more about the programs, application process and available courses. Scholarships and financial aid apply!
Important Dates and Deadlines
For Spring Enrollment: October 1
For Fall Enrollment: February 15*
*some programs have early acceptance deadlines, check each program for specific deadlines
"It was worth it for the internship part of the program. The staff could have handled different issues that many students had in a bit more of a compassionate manner, and if there was less of a focus on schoolwork and assignments while working full-time at the internship, I feel I could have profited more from experiencing daily ..."
Danijela B Valparaiso University
"On one hand, learned that being a foreigner can be more frusterating than fun, learned that misunderstandings are fact of life, specifically within the context of a foreign culture... On the other hand, learned that the most fundamental of human experience and emotion surpass any language or culture barrier...."
Lindsey S Valparaiso University
"Confidence"
Stephanie S Valparaiso University
"To say that my experience was worthwhile is an extreme understatement. I learned so much about the world and I learned how to be independent as well. There is no way I could ever get this experience elsewhere."
Elizabeth Z Valparaiso University
"I became fluent in Spanish from being forced to speak it all of the time. In addition, I experienced a ton of different cultural experiences and met some incredible people. I miss it everyday and want to go back ASAP. "
Amy B Valparaiso University
"Learned how to travel on my own as well as adjusting to a new city/ country. "
A student Valparaiso University
"It was definitely worthwhile. I didn't gain a lot of tangible things from this trip. It was more how it grew me as a person and how it made me so much more confident. "
A student Valparaiso University
"I learned that most people are not different from myself, but learning how other people think has helped me further understand myself. I learned that studying is very important as is the positives that come along with time management. This experience has taught me so much and I really want to set aside accounts so that my nieces..."
A student Valparaiso University
"Very worthwhile"
A student Valparaiso University
"Yes it was worthwhile"
A student Valparaiso University
"I learned more life lessons and traveling knowledge while abroad. It was very worthwhile!"
A student Valparaiso University
"I gained extreme knowledge of the culture and better understanding of the people and their traditions, norms, and though processes. Also I succeeded in bettering my language skills. It was definitely worthwhile and an amazing experience."
Lauren S Valparaiso University
"I learned a lot about the culture, and the way of life. It was definitely worthwhile "
antanas.janavicius Valparaiso University
"I gained so many things from my experiences. It was definitely worthwhile and then some. I learned more about the culture in both Germany and the US. I have learned to give more respect to the international students that come to the US. I have gain more confidence in myself. I have learned about different European cultures."
A student Valparaiso University
"I learned so much about other cultures and learned a lot about myself and how I interact with people. I definitely became a lot more independent and responsible throughout the semester. Definitely worthwhile!!"
A student Valparaiso University
"I gained a better understanding of so many different cultures and even a better understanding of mysef and who I am as a person. It was definitely worthwhile!"
A student Valparaiso University
"DEFINITELY worth while. I learned a lot about French and American culture and ways in which they clash. I learned how to travel on my own and be independent. I learned what it's like to be the 'foreigner' and what it really takes to become fluent in a language. I gained a larger perspective on the world. There's so much more tha..."
Karis A Valparaiso University
"I have a new found appreciation for international students and their travels here. It was absolutely worthwhile, I have a new confidence with tackling things as well. "
Amy H Valparaiso University
"I gained the ability to be more adaptable because things will go wrong but that doesn't mean that you won't get a meaningful experience out of it. I learned that there are many more good and trustworthy people out there in the world than there are bad. "
A student Valparaiso University
"to share what I have with those who are in need, even if I do not have a lot. Sharing benefits everybody"
Gabrielle K Valparaiso University
"I gained a lot of insight into local cultures and the ability to travel by myself. It was great to have a semester with completely different expectations and goals; it was similar to getting a break from normal life. Was it worthwhile? Absolutely."
A student Valparaiso University
"I learned about the English culture, and I learned about other European cultures. The experience also taught me a lot about myself and my abilities, and it was definitely worthwhile. "
A student Valparaiso University
"yes, my language skills greatly increased "
A student Valparaiso University
"More language skills and learning to be really independent. It was definitely worthwhile."
Stephanie O Valparaiso University
"I gained so much cultural experience. I lived in England so I experienced that culture directly for an extended time. I also traveled to about 9 different countries, so I experienced all of those cultures. I learned a lot about myself and who I am as a person as I became independent by living abroad for 5 months. "
Carly A Valparaiso University
