Truman State University
University Information
Truman offers you the amazing opportunity to choose from more than 50 countries in which to study. The language of instruction depends on the program you select – from some programs that require extensive knowledge of a foreign language to others that require little or no knowledge of a language other than English.
Participating in a study abroad program as part of your Truman experience will enhance your undergraduate years, help in your preparation as a citizen of the world, and create cherished memories that will last a lifetime.
Important Dates and Deadlines
See the study abroad office for specific program deadlines.
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Sarah S Truman State University
"I learned new things about history and culture! Definitely worthwhile! "
Elizabeth G Truman State University
"I learned much about British culture, literary style, poetry, architecture, my own culture, and South Korean culture (I shared the dorm with many South Koreans)."
A student Truman State University
"A more international perspective and cultural versatility"
Elijah Farrales Truman State University
"Gained independence and traveling skills, met students from all over the world, experienced different teaching styles from my professors. Definitely a worthwhile experience!"
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Leah Truman State University
"I feel like i gained knowledge of traveling, self-confidence, and self-discovery. My mindset feels different. The experience was worthwhile."
Maggie Rice Truman State University
"Yes it was incredibly worthwhile to see how a the southern part of China functions and works to be able to compare it to my previous experiences in the bigger cities like Shanghai and Beijing."
Michael F Truman State University
"Yes, I learned so many things about other culture by being involved in Erasmus. I did not just learn about spanish culture but about many European cultures. "
Suzanne W Truman State University
"I grew as a person. I became self-sufficient, learned that it was okay to be at peace with yourself, and that there's a whole world out there different than your own with so much to give and so many experiences to have. "
Kristyn G Truman State University
"Yes, very much so."
Elizabeth O Truman State University
"independence, navigation, fend for myself, totally worth it"
A student Truman State University
"I loved Annecy and I loved IFALPES. I plan to return to Annecy soon and just take a vacation there. I learned so much about French culture, mostly from living with a host family."
Kathryn H Truman State University
"I learned how to adapt to a new lifestyle, and I got a glimpse into how health care is dealt with in another country."
Brett S Truman State University
"I think it was worthwhile, I learned a lot about different cultures and was able to gain an appreciation for a lot of very different cultures."
A student Truman State University
"Yes. Absolutely. Some things (the particular school, details of my living arrangements) I would be happy to go back and change, but the confidence and better understanding of what things are really important in life - to me, but also, I believe, objectively - are going to be invaluable."
Lauren Y Truman State University
"It was absolutely worthwhile! I learned so much about myself, about the Netherlands, and about cultures from around the world! I was also able to travel a lot during my semester here, which gave me many eye opening experiences!"
Anna E Truman State University
"I've learned a lot about independence and traveling. I've learned a lot about myself and how I react to different situations and while there were issues with the University, I wouldn't give up this experience for anything. I may not have learned much academic learning but I did learn real life experience. "
A student Truman State University
"I learned a great deal about Ireland and Irish culture. It also was interesting to look at parts of Irish society and see how they are similar or different to the US. It gave me a new understanding on a lot of social and international issues as well. "
Kerry L Truman State University
"I gained confidence in talking to new people and trying new things. So far this was the best experience of my life."
Jasmine Truman State University
"I learned how to adapt and learn new things, and it was worthwhie."
Riza C Truman State University
"I think I got a broader understanding of Western Culture. It was worthwhile because of the people I met, I think. And also cheap travel"
Elora Bossert Truman State University
"I learned a whole lot more from my experiences outside of the classroom. Talking to natives, traveling through Europe alone, and going to countries I didn't know anything in the local language was incredibly interesting and something I'd do again in a heartbeat."
Emily L Truman State University
"It was worthwhile."
Brianna Cermak Truman State University
"I did improve my Italian slightly, and I saw alot. My Latin improved immensely. "
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