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 Taiwanese healthcare works and the important role of nurses in their culture. It was definitely worthwhile and I would love to go back to Taiwan!"
A student Brigham Young University
"Cultural awareness, and it was worthwhile"
A student 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
"How to travel, get used to new foods, and how to communicate even though you don't speak the same language."
spencer m 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
"It was definately worth while!! I learned alot about myself and the direction I wanted my life to go. I made lifelong friends and learned alot about British History and Literature. It made me a more intellegent person and a more experienced person. As much as I disliked the critism, because of my professors my writing improved. ..."
A student Brigham Young University
"real awareness about the possibility to move to China and to work there"
Nicola P Brigham Young University
"Learned so much about other cultures, but also about myself, how I react in different situations, etc. Definitely worthwhile! "
A student Brigham Young University
"How kind Asian, especially Japanese, people are. I thought it was very worthwhile!"
Dallen S Brigham Young University
"I've found that I am a history nerd. What better place to discover that fact than in front of Westminster Abbey? I've learned to accept people of other cultures, religions, and race in the melting pot that is London. I've developed a tolerance and respect. "
Haley W Brigham Young University
"I literally cannot describe all that I learned from this experience. All I can say is that it indeed was worthwhile, and though expensive, worth every penny. When I reflect on the experience it feels like a dream. A dream that I lived and would do anything to live again. "
holly.a.garner Brigham Young University
"This is the most rewarding experience I've ever had. I learned so much about teaching, I made so many friendships, and absolutely fell in love with an entire people and country. I would absolutely do this again."
A student Brigham Young University
"It was very worth it! "
A student Brigham Young University
"It was the best experience I had at BYU."
A student Brigham Young University
"It was absolutely worthwhile. I was able to learn about different cultures, experience amazing things, and see beautiful sites."
Miranda K Brigham Young University
"Yes, extremely. I learned a lot about myself and the French culture. "
Laura D Brigham Young University
"I gained a life understanding of what it takes to be happy. It changed my life forever. "
A student Brigham Young University
"Absolutely worthwhile! I learned an incredible amount about research, international development, and the worth of souls."
A student Brigham Young University
"I learned a lot about finance, specifically finance in Germany. My German language ability improved significantly. I met a lot of great people--Germans and non-Germans. It was definitely worthwhile. I got to be part of educated/professional German society. It far exceeded my expectations. "
A student Brigham Young University
"Learned that I love Russian and the Russian people. It was everything I had hoped for!"
Christopher L Brigham Young University
"I learned a lot about Ghanaian culture and about music, both drumming and dance. There were a lot of great people in the village and who went on the program, and it was very worthwhile."
Stephanie L Brigham Young University
" The opportunity to work as a PEAT intern has provided me with the kind of connections to real world development that will allow me to work in the field of international development--serving others--throughout my life. As a PEAT intern I evaluated CHOICE Humanitarian in Mexico. CHOICE Mexico works in rural villages surroundin..."
A student Brigham Young University
"I loved this study abroad program- every moment was worthwhile!"
mackenzie c Brigham Young University
"This summer has been full of amazing experiences and beautiful people that I will never forget. I am the project lead for two projects in Lugazi, Uganda: The Children with Disabilities Project, and the Eye and Dental Camp Project. Being the project lead for these projects I have learned so much and come to love so many people...."
Jessica S Brigham Young University
"very worthwhile. made lots of contacts."
Jake C Brigham Young University
