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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.
"I felt as though I grew as a person and got out of my comfort zone. It was such an eye opening experience."
A student University of Hartford
"I learned that every city and every country in Europe is different and I cannot wait to explore more of them. "
A student University of Hartford
"I thought I would have an epiphany, a great realization, and I didn’t. That doesn’t mean it wasn’t worthwhile, it just means I was unrealistic."
Sara C University of Hartford
"I love the netherlands and i think everyone should go "
Leslie ferreira University of Hartford
"I was able to gain the beginnings of language comprehension for another language and start to grasp the ideologies of another culture."
A student University of Hartford
"When in a foreign country, your really on your own. Learn to be dependent, have time-management skills, budget, budget, budget and explore!!!!"
A student University of Hartford
" I learned a lot about myself and it afforded me an outside perspective of America’s impact on the rest of the world."
A student University of Hartford
"I learned about the Japanese Language and Japanese art like I wanted to. I learned a lot from my E-pal who was very nice and helpful. I would say it was somewhat worthwhile but overall very difficult. "
A student University of Hartford
"I grew so much more as a person and learned more of a practical studio practice that I can use here. "
A student University of Hartford
"I learned how to be independent and live completely on my own. Being in Europe was worthwhile. However, being in Belgium was not. "
Sean Magda University of Hartford
"I learned how to handle myself in a foreign country and how to think more independently."
A student University of Hartford
"Yes, I've gained more individuality "
Gabrielle Sayer University of Hartford
"Learning how to budget and travel while making new friends. Defiantly worthwhile!!!!"
A student University of Hartford
"Overall, I did enjoy the time abroad in the host city. the culture was something like I had never experienced before and I do miss the lifestyle. I would like to visit Korea again just maybe not as a student"
A student University of Hartford
"It was worthwhile because I had the chance to visit my great grandmother's grave. That however, is an entirely personal reason. I don't regret coming. However, I would have chosen a different program. I was not as all satisfied with the organization and academics that were offered."
Nicole S University of Hartford
"Yes, it was absolutely worthwhile. I think it is really important to be openminded and to experience different parts of the world, because in the end it helps you grow as an individual and it is a wonderful experience."
Jaclyn W University of Hartford
"I definitely have grown a lot. I've learned to go about studying differently, especially when with other individuals. I have gradually learned to be more ok with being myself and being alone with myself. It all takes time. I am grateful for the people I met, regardless of if I am in contact or not. Everyone holds an impact, you ..."
A student University of Hartford
"I learned so much about Italian history and art. It was definitely worth it."
A student University of Hartford
"I now know that I am stronger than I than I thought I was"
ferrah w University of Hartford
"I think so. I learned some Hebrew, and I had the opportunity to live independently in a foreign country. The chocolate croissants were also amaaaaaaaaaaaazing."
Cotton McKnight University of Hartford
"It helped me learn how to navigate a foreign city."
Michael E University of Hartford
"The experience was definitely worth while. I learned plenty about Italian culture and history."
A student University of Hartford
"I learned to be my own person and get out of my shell"
Taylor Wink University of Hartford
"I learned about the culture as well as the other countries in Central and South America. I became more independent and began to trust myself more when traveling alone in a foreign country. "
Kristen R University of Hartford
"A lot of patience and personal growth. I had to adjust to the Australian culture, which is very different from American culture. The experience was worthwhile. "
Lauren Fontanez University of Hartford
