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 to put yourself out there more and to not take the opportunities I got for granted because it goes by quick. "
A student Berea College
"Discovering how it's like to be by yourself in a foreign country."
Lorenz E Berea College
"I learned to appreciate my surroundings here in America more and will never take for granted the English language. Also, yes. It was."
Rachel W Berea College
"The program what I would consider "intense" in energy required, but it was worth it for me. I was looking for an opportunity to see Central Asia for myself and that's what I got (the external travel involved in the program was excellent). I also really wanted to maximize my opportunity to gain skill in Russian and that really ..."
Cassie W Berea College
"I learned a lot about what I do and don't want to do with my life. It was definitely worthwhile."
Kerstin W Berea College
"I gained some knowledge on the Italian culture and the language. It was an amazing trip, with amazing people. "
brooke f 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 have grown a lot and learned so much during the experience. It was eye-opening and I enjoyed it a lot. Spain is a beautiful country with rich history and great culture. "
A student Berea College
"I learn German! It also took me out of my confort zone. It was a new experience to be in a place where I had no idea how anything workes."
Albert Artiles Berea College
"From my experience abroad I had to step out of my comfort zone and learn how to live in a completely new area. I also had to learn how to handle situations that were difficult by myself. Also I had to learn how to look at things from someone else's perspective and figure out how best to tutor English with a non-English speaking..."
A student Berea College
"It was definitely worthwhile. I was able to gain new ideas about the world from talking to people who grew up in another country."
Melanie Andrews Berea College
"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
"I learned so much abroad and just became a more outgoing person. It was completely worthwhile and I feel that I improved my writing."
Lindsey H 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
"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 gained a new outlook on my own culture while at the same time adopting some thing from a new one. I have learned to appreciate certain things and miss others that I have just discovered. If I could go back right now, I would. "
Alycia W Berea College
"As I said earlier, I do think I became a more flexible and more resilient traveler. I think I grew in terms of my ability to understand the elements of a new cultural context. In addition to stories, advice, and questions I gained from the semester, I also think i gained a greater respect and appreciation for what it means to tr..."
A student Berea College
"Among other cultural differences, I have witnessed a very different medical system while France. This is interesting information to bring back t the US. The treatment of food and drink it also quite different. But the thing I most cherish, was the opportunity to be a foreigner and to learn a new language: it is like being given ..."
Emily Newton Berea College
"Yes it was worthwhile, i enjoyed it alot, and learned alot in a different educational and global setting. I have become more independent and practical."
Marlen C Berea College
"It was worthwhile! I gained an international perspective as well as learned so much about ancient Greece!"
A student Berea College
"It was worth it, it showed me a different perspective of the world."
Nestor Aviles Berea College
"A lot of intangible "soft skills," professional and social skills, language skills, cultural awareness, flexibility...the list goes on. "
Rebecca Hersh Berea College
"I learned a lot about the history of the countries I visited, liberation theology, local cultures, social participation, opportunities for social justice actions, and improved in Spanish speaking skills too. "
kendahl s Berea College
"I learned a lot about my own capabilities and resourcefulness. I also learned how to be more assertive. Furthermore, I developed formidable traveling and travel-planning skills, figuring out transportation and lodging on a budget, as well as thinking quickly and adapting when all of my careful plans went out the window. Commun..."
A student Berea College
"I learned how to be by myself for a long time. I learned how to get acquainted with a new place and make a lot of new friends. This experience was beyond worthwhile. "
Amy Brooks Berea College
