Austin College
University Information
Austin College's Center for Global Learning facilitates Semester Abroad Studies and JanTerms. If a student would like to spend a semester abroad with Austin College, the he/she should stop by our office (Wright Campus Center #204) to begin the process. It is extremely important to go through the process in the office, otherwise the College will be unable to send the student's financial aid to the program and the student will need to withdraw from Austin College during their semester or year abroad. The Center's goal is to make each student's experience abroad a meaningful and engaging experience. In order for that to happen, students are required to go through the process in place at the Center.
We look forward to working with you and please read about other student's reviews and experiences at the different programs and locations that can be found at Abroad101.
Important Dates and Deadlines
As of right now, there are no firm deadlines in place for you to complete the Abroad101 Survey. However, before we can post your transcript from your sojourn abroad, you must complete the Abroad101 Survey and interview with the director (Truett Cates).
Thank you very much for your help and cooperation with this. We look forward to hearing about your time and experiences abroad!
"Definitely worthwhile, I would not change a thing, both the good and the bad experiences helped me grow as a person, and the program was always at the heart of my life abroad."
A student Austin College
"Confidence in myself and much improved science-writing skills"
Liz W Austin College
"I learned to trust myself. I gained confidence. My Spanish improved worlds. I also learned that while I loved my experience and would do it all over again if I could, I don't have the same thirst to live abroad forever that I used to have. I learned that I love to travel and that I want to travel abroad or live somewhere for a b..."
Katherine S Austin College
"I learned more French than I did the entire year I took French classes when I was in High School. "
Diana S Austin College
"I gained an appreciation for the similarities of people across cultures. It was beyond worthwhile. It was a life changing experience."
Amanda W Austin College
"Yes. I learned a lot about myself and surprised myself with my own strengths. I learned so much from the lectures and research period too. "
Caitlin L Austin College
"INCREDIBLE"
Matthew M Austin College
"I gained more independence since I had to be responsible for what I was doing and also taking care of my finances. It was very worthwhile and I would recommend it to others who are thinking about going abroad. "
A student Austin College
"A wealth of personal insight, and a new skill in playing the shamisen, a Japanese folk instrument."
A student Austin College
"I learned a lot more about Japanese culture, gained more confidence, some Japanese friends, and a Japanese family. It was definitely worthwhile, and it assured me that I want to live in Japan in the future."
Shelby T Austin College
"I gained social skills, a sense of self-worth and self-appreciation. Most importantly I found the most amazing friends ever!"
Huma B Austin College
"I learned so much, my language skill imporved and so did my confidence in living alone and taking care of issues by myself."
Helen H Austin College
"It a big world out there."
A student Austin College
"I gain the ability to better understand the Japanese people and people from different cultures."
A student Austin College
"Typical to the stereotype, I learned how to handle my drink. It was a good environment for me, as an international student, but the drinking culture for late teens and young adults is full of peer pressure. Home-grown in Texas, in a land-locked area, it was beautiful to see the sea as often as I did. It was also stunning to se..."
A student Austin College
"New appreciation for home as well as other cultures and my own abilities to withstand adversity. Very worthwhile"
Taliesin K Austin College
"It was definitely worthwhile. If I could, I would do it again, although in another city or country. Study abroad tests your limits while creating opportunities to discover, learn, and understand yourself, others, and the world."
A student Austin College
"I learned so much about myself, my studies, and the differences and similarities between American culture and British culture. I was enrolled in the chemistry department, so I was able to compare different learning styles in my concentration of study, which was a really rewarding experience. I loved living in London and going ..."
A student Austin College
"I gained so much. I have learned so much about myself and so much about the world. It was definitely worthwhile and everyone should go abroad if they have the chance."
U4d66b1b5c3691 Austin College
"That I can live any where and be fine. But I already knew that. I had fun any way!"
A student Austin College
"I learned to be confident in myself and know that I can get through anything."
A student Austin College
"Vastly improved Chinese skills. A better understanding of Taiwanese culture and politics."
lucas.kjaero Austin College
"I learned not only the language and about the culture but about myself and grew much more confident in my own abilities to do things. After living, surviving, and thriving in such a strange place, I now know that I can succeed in my endeavors back home. "
A student Austin College
"I talk too much, so it is impossible to fit into here. It was completely worthwhile, I made friends that I am now closer to than anyone back home, experienced completely unique cultural phenomena, etc."
Jayson E Austin College
"It was certainly worthwhile. My German improved, I met some great people, and I learned a good deal about the German culture"
A student Austin College
