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 about a whole new culture and was able to connect to them through learning the language, ministry work, and having a host family that made sure I was always taken care of. It was definitely worthwhile!"
Kari K Berea College
"I gained a cultural outlook, and understanding that I could have never received staying at home."
A student Berea College
"Yes! I gained a better understanding of the world around me, how it feels to be a minority, and immense independence. This experience has made me want to travel all over the world and given me the drive to do so!"
Katie D Berea College
"I gained a sense of adventure and a desire to go abroad again. It was definitely worthwhile."
A student Berea College
"I gained a lot of confidence, maturity, and communication skills. I loved the experience. "
Christinia P Berea College
"I was able to learn more about people and see the way poeple act. From living here i was able to learn more about the world and why some places are different than others. There are just to many observations to be made to write them all down. You can only know if you go there. "
Eric B Berea College
"Very worthwhile! I gained an appreciation for all the small things in life that I took for granted on a regular basis. "
Abby C Berea College
"I got to learn so much about myself, the culture, the language of Spain. While I was abroad, I also got to walk the Camino de Santiago, which was a huge part of my abroad experience. My study abroad experience was more than worthwhile. "
Mi Z Berea College
"i learned how to be an adult"
Alexandria G Berea College
"I became a much better photographer and enjoyed every second of it"
Jacob McCowan Berea College
"It definitely helped me see what it was like to travel. And although I was with a group I think it helped me have the courage to plan for traveling on my own later in life. And it definitely helped me respect and admire the culture. I have only seen Middle Eastern culture as it is portrayed on TV, but with this trip I got to ..."
A student Berea College
"I learned more Spanish, and met some amazing people. It was a life changing experience and I would recommend this to anyone. "
Tevin W Berea College
"I learned about the Korean culture and language and also learned how to live abroad on my own. I really enjoyed my time and would definitely go back one day. I learned in capable of living a fast paced life and how to maneuver in a foreign land. It was definitely worth while."
Ashley L Berea College
"it was definitely worthwhile. I learned a great deal about Italian culture and Greek and Roman mythology"
Keshia Guffey Berea College
"I learned a plethora of archaeological skills and lab-work, I can apply to my career. I learned the hardships of traveling in another culture. I experienced a world focused on completely different things and I got to think about how my culture responds to them. I am more capable now to provide support for my friends abroad and ..."
A student Berea College
"It is nearly impossible to write in this box what I learned from this experience so quickly after it has ended, but I will say that it is certainly worthwhile. If you want a fulfilling study abroad experience both academically and socially/culturally, I would highly recommend choosing an SIT program (especially the Balkans!)"
George M Berea College
"This was the most worthwhile experience of my life. My entire outlook on life has changed. I will continue studying Spanish until I am fluent and I also want to travel to more Spanish-speaking countries and experience the culture in as many of them as I can. "
Tonya S Berea College
"I learned so much. Korean culture is amazing and has so much depth to it. Daegu is a wonderful city and I miss it so much. I also found a church of Christ in Daegu, which I went to every week. Best experience of my life, 10/10."
Gwendolin C Berea College
"It was worthwhile! I gained an international perspective as well as learned so much about ancient Greece!"
A student 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 gained a more nuanced understanding of Africa and a new perspective on America. It was very much worthwhile"
Alison Y 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 improved my language. I learned a lot about the country, the people and what's it like to live their lives"
Beza M Berea College
"I absolutely loved study abroad. It gave me some independence and agency. It was definitely worthwhile."
A student Berea College
