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 gained an increased cultural awareness and sensitivity. I learned so much about the rich history of Israel and Egypt. Amazing!"
Da'Shana Lockhart Berea College
"I have always wanted to travel, but had never really been outside of the United States, so this trip made me realize that travelling is even more worthwhile when you're so immersed in learning about the culture and language of the place you're travelling to rather than just being a brief tourist and missing out on the aspects of..."
Sarah Victoria Davis Berea College
"made friends in spain that i will have for a life time "
A student Berea College
"The Spanish practice and experience was the most useful for me and that is what makes it worthwhile... however, I didn't use Spanish as much as I expected because I didn't interact with Spaniards as much as I thought I would"
A student Berea College
"I learned how to culturally adapt in uncomfortable situations"
A student Berea College
"I gained a new appreciation for international travel it was a worthwhile experience. "
A student Berea College
"It was ABSOLUTELY worthwhile, I learned more here in one semester, content-wise, than I have during my whole career at my college. I learned so much about the language and culture, but also things like foreign policy, manners, all of it. "
A student Berea College
"I learned a lot about my self and how big the world truly is. it is definitely worthwhile! "
Corbin Flege Berea College
"We have more things in common than we think. "
Jade Garner Berea College
"I gained friends and a new found love for Japan that I'd never experienced before, and a family on the other side of the pacific."
A student Berea College
"I got to live somewhat as a Japanese person and not feel so much like a tourist. I got to see amazing places such as temples and cities. I made wonderful friends and I consider my host family part of my family now."
A student Berea College
"I became more comfortable with myself when it comes to being independent and I met people and learned things that you can not learn from textbooks or TV shows"
Makayla Allison Berea College
"It was definitely worthwhile. I learned so much about Danish culture and how it's similar/different to ours."
Kaylee Horn Berea College
"It was an amazing experience and I learned so much about the cultures of the countries and I am able to make my own choices and assumptions now that are actually educated."
A student Berea College
"I learned a great deal about the culture and language, and I have learned how I can work harder on learning the language. It was definitely the most worthwhile experience I've ever had."
A student Berea College
"I was able to practice my Spanish much more, get to know more people, gain a more international outlook, understand people from other cultures. It was very worthwhile! "
A student Berea College
"I feel like I gained more independence and could live on my own. I gained some amazing friends through the process both International, local, and American. I learned how to take public transportation and I'm really proud of that."
Samantha Sise 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
"Definitely worthwhile. The simplest answer to what i learned/gained was that I can adjust to life/work in new situations and I can understand/speak more German than I could if I stayed in the U.S.A."
A student Berea College
"How to manage time and money, Yes it was worth it."
Austin Hackerman Berea College
"Spanish skills. Connections. Definitely worthwhile."
Jacob Buckley Berea College
"To conversate with everyone "
A student Berea College
"Adjusting to a new culture Learning about the culture Lifelong friendships"
A student Berea College
"I gained a greater sense of independence and understanding of a unique country."
A student Berea College
"new perspectives more tolerance patience independence friendships networking international events and programs classes i couldn't take back at my homestay institution"
A student Berea College
