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!
"yes of course it was so worth it"
A student Austin College
"Learned about life in Edinburgh and learned a lot about Scottish culture, which btw is awesome. Got some experience living on my own. It was great, but I'm still not sure if it was worth getting so far behind back home"
John D Austin College
"Completely worth it. I learned so much about another culture and would love to return. "
Kinsey W Austin College
"I gained a new perspective and appreciation for American culture, which I had previously snubbed, and I matured a lot over the course of the semester. I started the program feeling like an out-of-place teenager, but I left feeling like a responsible adult who can live on her own and be taken seriously in society."
Coral K Austin College
"It was absolutely worthwhile. I learned a great a deal about my field of study. I also learned a great deal about English culture and how they view the world from interacting with the local students."
A student Austin College
"My Chinese improved, my independence grew, and I learned a lot about Shanghai and China in general. After looking back at both of my semesters, I am glad I went."
Jeni B Austin College
"I believe that my study abroad experience was definetely worthwhile and would never regret it. I learned alot about myself and about my own potential to accomplish more than I ever thought I could. The people that I met opened up my eyes and have truly impacted me and my mindset. I hope to work abroad or find a job after graduat..."
Devanie E Austin College
"yes. It is difficult to describe in a short space how studying abroad has affected me. It was an entirely new experience, and one that I will not forget. "
Andrew H Austin College
"I learned a lot about myself, and what it was like to live in a European state that tries to keep itself aloof and separated from the rest of the continent."
John S Austin College
"I learned to appreciate what I had at home. I also learned a great deal about the local British culture how much it differed from ours. I learned how to adequately live on my own, without all the amenities. I feel that this experience was one of the best learning experiences of my life and was very much worthwhile."
Thomas B Austin College
"I improved my French, but I still want to go back and learn more!"
Virginia T Austin College
"I gained an entirely new perspective during my stay in Barcelona. "
Justin K Austin College
"My experience was very worthwhile. I gained confidence in my adopted culture and language and through interaction with students, locals and the friends I made I learned a lot about how Mexicans, but specifically Xalapanoes see the world and some of the big issues in their country and the world. Academically/future plan-wise I ..."
Willoughby S Austin College
"I gained an appreciation of the Welsh language and culture and was inspired to write my honors thesis on a very Welsh subject - Dewi Sant. It was worthwhile, but I was disappointed by the lack communication and lack of recognition of my Study Abroad status by the University. There were some issues with the lecturers as well; one..."
erstanton10 Austin College
"Learned more about myself and yes it was. "
Colton B Austin College
"I learned to check my privilege and to get outside of what I deemed my comfort zone "
A student Austin College
"My German skills improved tremendously from living in Vienna. I learned to make a fool of myself, allow my comfort zone to vanish, and explore a new life and culture."
A student Austin College
"You become of aware of the Catalan culture immediately. My experience has made me think of how amazing it is to live in a place for an academic year, and how we adapt. I want to go back as of now. I want to live there some day in the future; it's where I feel the most content. The program is just a means to get there, to take co..."
Daniel L Austin College
"It's hard to put it all down in writing, but in short I realized that there's a lot more to this world than the Texas bubble that I've lived in. I learned that we shouldn't take for granted all that the world has to show us, and that if ever offered the opportunity to explore it again, I would take it with no questions asked. Al..."
Alejandrina O Austin College
"I think this experience was definitely worthwhile. I gained lots of memories and experiences that I had never had before, got to travel a lot, and made wonderful friends with people around the globe. I feel more confident in myself and have a greater understanding and tolerance of the world around me."
Annalise K Austin College
"Yes, definitely"
Christina S Austin College
"I gained friends who I will have my entire life. I gained a greater sense of independence. I gained a greater understanding of the world. Most of all, I gained a renewed appreciation for life."
Maxwell P Austin College
"I am much more self-confident than I was before I went abroad. This program forced me outside of my comfort zone and to take a more active role in my classes. Although I lived on my own before studying abroad, I am now more sure of my ability to provide for myself on a day to day basis and adaptability in new situations. Going ..."
Lillie F Austin College
"While abroad, I learned a lot about Welsh culture, what is means to be "British", and how America is viewed by the UK. I gained more confidence in myself. I would have never thought that I could remove myself from everything and everyone I know and thrive the way that I did. I feel like I've gained a more worldwide perspective r..."
Lindsay P Austin College
"I learned more about myself, Scotland, how other cultures view Americans, living on my own, and maintaining friendships."
A student Austin College
