Berea College
University Information
Berea College is a liberal arts work college in Berea, Kentucky, U.S.A., founded in 1855.
Important Dates and Deadlines
Application deadlines:
- 15 September: Berea Term Abroad (Spring)
- 1 October: Berea International Summer Term
- 15 February: Berea Term Abroad (Fall) and Summer Abroad
"I learned the influence that the United States holds over Central America; I learned that humans are incredibly strong in spirit; I learned that in our core, we are all looking for the same things in life; I learned that the world is beautiful and astounding and simple mornings in fresh air surrounded by trees will take your bre..."
A student Berea College
"Though I could have chose a program closer related to my interests, the program provided a very holistic experience by offering excursion experience but leaving the rest to the student to discover."
Matthew C Berea College
"It was worthwhile. I did this program not knowing a single other person who would be going, and it made me much more confident and independent."
Abby B Berea College
"I became more outgoing and more willing to meet new people which is something that I had always struggles with before."
Kamryn Mason Berea College
"I learned about travel. Such as who to travel with, and how my personality fits with others. "
A student Berea College
"I gained more skill in the Japanese language. I would say it was very worthwhile."
Christopher H Berea College
"My Spanish language skills improved dramatically. Being immersed in the culture forced me to learn the language, which was hard but rewarding. You also learn so much about yourself when you are in a foreign setting, one that is not comfortable to you. Studying in Segovia was so worthwhile. The city is beautiful, the travel was e..."
A student Berea College
"I learned a lot about different cultures and ways of living that i think will help me view the world in a different and more meaningful way"
A student Berea College
"This was one of the best experiences of my life! "
Courtney M Berea College
"I gained a greater degree of independence and got to learn about a new culture. It was definitely worth it!"
A student Berea College
"I have been abroad before so I was comfortable traveling to another country, but this was my first time to this country and I enjoyed my time there more than I expected. I know I will be back again, either to live or just visit."
Kayla Santos Berea College
"The people are all different and their reaction to our culture and habits are almost as funny as our reaction to theirs. Yes. "
Ebony A Berea College
"Understanding how other cultures that are on the extreme opposite end of the spectrum from the culture I am from live and function. I believe that I am a more well rounded individual because of my experience and that makes it all worthwhile "
Layne Sinkhorn Berea College
"How to deal with people with different culture"
Kate N Berea College
"It was absolutely worth it. I learned more about the ever-important skill of balancing academics with "normal life". It was a challenge to manage time in academics and play/travel/exploring. There are little things I would do differently, but I would do it again in a heart beat. "
Justin J Berea College
"i learned about the content of my class but also italian culture as a whole."
carmellia Berea College
"I learned alot about myself and the things i find important in life"
Michael Moorer Berea College
"I learned a lot about the history of Mexico and how the ancient culture is integrated into modern society. "
Julia Roberts Berea College
"Yes it was worthwhile. I learned to become more outgoing and become friends with locals. I also learned more study skills while studying in a new country."
Aubree Zimmer Berea College
"I became much more confident in my language skills and hope to build upon them more. I learned how many things in the country work, such as the subway, phone service, postal system, etc. "
A student Berea College
"It was very cool to experience another culture and get a feel for the different functionalities and perspectives of the locals on the world and their own lives."
Nick Fouch Berea College
"I learned that we live in a globalised society, that colonialism is still happening and its effects are devastating. I learned how different economies, systems of education and political structures function. I was very worthwhile and I'm so glad I went. "
A student Berea College
"I gained a new desire to learn more about the world around me and its similarities as well as new friends and knowledge of a different culture."
A student Berea College
"I gained new insight. I was semi-ethnocentric when I arrived, but after while I began to adopt those same ways of being. I learned that every situation you walk into came sometimes be uncomfortable, but it is ultimately up to you to make the best of it."
LENAYA L Berea College
"Learned how different other education structures are and was able to finally experience what it felt like to live in another country. And it was definitely worthwhile. "
Charis E. Dowell Berea College
