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The mission of the Study Abroad Office is to help prepare you for a journey of a lifetime! With over 60 different destinations to consider for your study abroad opportunity, there's a special place that will work for each and every one of you.
Study in English, or study in the native tongue of the country you select. Go for a year, a semester, a summer or a winter, but just GO! Take regular courses, participate in special programs, or intern in a variety of places, while earning University of Hartford credits. At the Study Abroad Office, we strive to answer all of your questions - including the ones you haven't even thought of yet!
The benefits of world travel are universal, no matter where you study. Inspiration can be found anywhere you go, whether it's in the architecture of castles and cathedrals, the wilderness of the Outback, the mountain ranges of Northern Italy or the local communities where you will stay for the duration of your experience.
Every destination will have a friendly and supportive program director or international office to guide you along the way, helping you achieve the most out of your time away. Each country, each city, and each university has its own distinctive character - something unique that will ultimately draw you to your best choice! So, let's get started by considering them all and begin exploring your future!
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Please visit https://www.hartford.edu/academics/study-abroad/ for more information.
"Through the culture lived in Australia I learned to be more stress free. I learned to take time to explore and be more independent. The experience was amazing and I wish I could do it all over again."
Ximar C University of Hartford
"I have learned to be more open and to lighten up. I was thrown into another culture and had to remain open minded and also quickly acclimate. I would not trade this experience for anything in the world."
Jessica M University of Hartford
"Absolutely. People ask me this all the time, and I say that without a doubt that it was by far the best decision I've made so far. "
Alexandra T University of Hartford
"How diverse and interesting cultures really are. Yes it was."
alex v University of Hartford
"I learned how to handle so many life situations and over come home sickeness... which I did not suffer with there at all. After studying abroad, I want to seek a career in Europe post graduation."
Emily C University of Hartford
"It was without a doubt worthwhile, in fact I will be studying abroad again with IES this fall *2011*"
Cara H University of Hartford
"Yes. South Africa is the mist beautiful place I've ever been."
Rashad U University of Hartford
"It was 100% worthwhile, I wish I had stayed for a full year. After 5 months I started feeling very integrated with the country. My Spanish improved immensely, and feel I could have continued improving my language and met even greater people with an extra semester. I gained independence, knowledge of a new language, a new cultur..."
Deanna B University of Hartford
"Yes."
Chelsea S University of Hartford
"I learned the importance of Spanish culture, language, and more importantly the art of Barcelona and Europe. "
Federico Rosario University of Hartford
"Independence - yes it was."
A student University of Hartford
"It's hard to sum up what has been gained or learned over a 6 month period into just a few sentences. I've tried to do it to my friends and family and it just doesn't work. All I can say is it's worth every second and dollar, and it will change you."
Cameron G University of Hartford
"My experience was definitely worth while. I learned so much and became a better person. I will never forget my time abroad."
Brittany F University of Hartford
"It was unbelievably worthwhile. I now understand so much more about the world than I could have every comprehended before. I plan to go back to Australia to live because of the feeling that the country and its people gave me while I was there."
Emily B University of Hartford
"YES. I can't even put into words how much I have gained from the experience. I have done things, seen things, and learned things that I never thought I would. I have grown so much."
Natalie Y University of Hartford
"The answer to this question would be an understatement to my experience abroad. It was one of the best decisions I have made thus far, and I plan and hope to continue to travel."
Alexandra T University of Hartford
"It was so worthwhile, I learned to just be more open to new things and new cultures."
Taylor C University of Hartford
"It was definitely worthwhile. I learned so many things including how to travel by myself and live on my own."
A student University of Hartford
"It was worthwhile, I gain knowledge about myself and what I am capable of. Also I whole new group of friends that I will forever cherish."
Danny P University of Hartford
"i grew as a person in every aspect,"
Dan G University of Hartford
"yes"
Trevor McCarthy University of Hartford
"I learned what it really means to be independent. For the first time, I was actually on my own. I wasn't a train ride away from home anymore. I had to learn to manage my money and time and become more of a risk-taker. If I could go back to Rome I would do it in a heartbeat. Being abroad away from everyone, really lets you settle..."
A student University of Hartford
"I learned that stupid little problems in my life are actually not problems. Problems are the starving people, the people that were freezing to death because it was so cold and the corrupt government that the Czech people have to deal with every day. This trip was the best experience I ever had and I wish it could have been longe..."
siana.stone University of Hartford
"Confidence, and independence. Yes it was beyond worthwhile."
A student University of Hartford
"I realized I have more to learn more to see. I learned how to live not just go about my daily routine. I learned that you can't be afraid to make mistakes and don't dwell on the past. Life goes on and everyday is a new day!"
Stephanie T University of Hartford
