Brigham Young University
University Information
BYU International Study Programs (ISP) offers varied types of experiences abroad in an effort to meet the diverse needs and goals of students. We offer four main types of programs:
• Study Abroad: A group of students live together and are led by on-site BYU faculty.
• International Internship: This is an independent, work-oriented experience. (BYU students only.)
• Direct Enrollment (Student Exchange): A student enrolls at a contracted university overseas while paying only BYU tuition. (BYU students only.)
• Field School: This is a hands-on research-based cohort experience abroad.
For more information, visit our website at kennedy.byu.edu/isp.
Important Dates and Deadlines
Most program deadlines are 6-8 months before the departure date.
"I learned how different cultures act/expect others to act, how to effectively create an experience for customers, How international businesses work to overcome cultural barriers, and how AWESOME Europe is!"
Spenser S Brigham Young University
"I learned independence that gave me a sense of confidence. I mastered public transportation & let's be honest, that's a biggie. I saw incredible theatre. It was a worthwhile experience that I will always remember."
becky.maskell.3 Brigham Young University
"I learned about who I am, what I want to do with my life, and how I'm going to do it. Incredibly worthwhile."
Carson R Brigham Young University
"I gained so much knowledge. I learned about the art world, European Culture and about life in general- from those on the trip and the people we observed on our travels"
Margot M Brigham Young University
"I learned that many stereotypes about China are perfectly accurate, some in between, and some are way off."
brett.rowberry Brigham Young University
"I feel like I gained an amazing preview and overview of the culture of Spain. Living with host families further enhanced this experience because we felt like part of the family and were able to interact with them on a day to day level. It was definitely worthwhile. I would do it again in a heartbeat and would encourage everyone ..."
A student Brigham Young University
"This trip was SO worthwhile. I learned so much about myself, about other people, about other cultures from this trip. I still have a hard time being able to fathom all the amazing places we went. This trip is so unique that it cannot even be compared to any other study abroad. You get a tiny taste for each country and you fa..."
shelleymason13 Brigham Young University
"I learned that it doesn't take much to make you happy. Throughout the trip, I was always amazed by how happy the people were in the leprosy colonies--and they had nothing! Definitely worthwhile :)"
A student Brigham Young University
"It was very worthwhile! I gained better perspective of Europe, its culture, and economy. I have a better idea if I would like to be an expatriate and now I believe I would enjoy being one. "
Brody B Brigham Young University
"YES. I learned about the German culture and the cultures of my fellow students. I got to see amazing scenery and beautiful art."
A student Brigham Young University
"I love to seeing and experiencing (a little) how other cultures live. The world is an amazing place full of wonderfully kind and resourceful people."
trenton.mcfadyen Brigham Young University
"I learned so much about literature and writing from my excellent professors. I got to see so many things in Scotland, Wales, and England. I hiked through pastures, woods, and climbed mountains. I made very good friends with the 25 or so people I came with and hiked with. This experience was one of the most worthwhile things ..."
A student Brigham Young University
"I learned that experiences like that can't be ruined by a letter grade. I learned to relax about school and enjoy every moment that I'm in. I learned to cease the day and be spontaneous and do what I want to do!"
Kathryn F Brigham Young University
"I gained so much. It was a deeply valuable experience. "
A student Brigham Young University
"I learned how to understand myself and others better. I had the best time in Ghana and it changed my life forever. I am more grateful for the friends and family I have around me. I have learned to appreciate the simple things in life. When I was in Ghana I wanted to talk to my family more and often wished I had appliances that m..."
Natalie B Brigham Young University
"I learned so much gratitude and came to appreciate another culture and understand the way they live. "
A student Brigham Young University
"I learned Spanish, how to make some Mexican foods, how to Latin dance, and a brand new and exciting culture! I met people I will keep in touch with for the rest of my life and discovered that I really can live in a foreign country on my own and be just fine. I learned a lot more than this, but it would take forever to tell every..."
Meaghan W Brigham Young University
"Absolutely worthwhile. "
janine.creager Brigham Young University
"I gained an opportunity to get to know people I never would have otherwise. I gained an appreciation for a country and culture that is in many ways similar to my own. "
A student Brigham Young University
"Completely worthwhile. I learned so much, and not just in terms of the courses I took abroad. I learned about new people, new ideas, and a whole bundle of things about myself and the kind of person I am. "
A student Brigham Young University
"it was worthwhile and i feel like i got a better sense of international business."
Berd W Brigham Young University
"Yes! I learned more about the people in every country and their cultures. It was the perfect trip to be able to create opinions on those countries. I also learned a lot about the companies we visited and this was a great thing to do while in college as a prepare for a future career with companies like these. "
Ashley F Brigham Young University
"It was worthwhile. I learned about their lifestyle, government, and way of thinking. It's important for American's to see that we are not the coolest country in the world. Our way of doing things is not the only way. "
christy.ripa Brigham Young University
"I learned so much, I could not sum it up in one review. It was completely worth it."
corey.cherrington Brigham Young University
"I learned so many things about myself, about art, about humanity, about God, and how all those things come together. I learned how much I love Europe, and how I hope to live outside of Utah later in life. It was absolutely worth every penny I spent and every minute of my life that was used there."
A student Brigham Young University
