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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 managed to spend wisely for the most part- I was always frugal but I managed to spend money while not spending too much. I also gained a sense of international culture by traveling to different countries and broadening my horizons. "
A student University of Hartford
"Gained a lot of independence and courage. "
A student University of Hartford
"I learned how to adapt to new surroundings, cultures, public transportation, educational styles, and new people. I gained a new perspective on traveling, having to rely on myself and my intuition instead of my family and friends, and the process of changing in my own time, as well as new friends along the way. "
A student University of Hartford
"How to be self-sufficient, independant, and take in life around me in a completely new perspective"
Chris S University of Hartford
"New life experience and independence. Definitely worth while. I highly recommend "
A student University of Hartford
"One of the takeaway of my semester abroad, is that events that occur in my daily life are minuscule compared to the rest of the world. I learned to look at the bigger picture. "
A student University of Hartford
"I made a lot of friends and learned a lot about many different cultures. I had SO much fun traveling and experiencing a new culture! It was definitely worthwhile! "
Danielle B University of Hartford
"It was absolutely worthwhile; I learned so, so much from living with a family and getting to interact with others in the community. I'm so much more comfortable in unknown places and more confident that I can do things on my own. "
A student University of Hartford
"I learned that I can be successful and survive on my own no matter what kind of environment I am surrounded by. I am confident in my navigation, and budget abilities."
Morgan B University of Hartford
"Made me more independent "
Ryan McKenzie University of Hartford
"It was definitely worthwhile. I learned about English culture and how they act on a daily basis. "
Aidan K University of Hartford
"Being able to backpack around Europe and travel around most of Ireland was a very worthwhile experience. Going abroad helped me improve many skills necessary for a successful future such as budgeting and time management. "
A student University of Hartford
"I learned how people in the EU and more specifically people in Greece who celebrate the same culture that my family does (Greek American) live. Seeing it first hand has amazed me and allowed me to think more freely. Being at this age, it's better to live in Europe because it is more free for the younger people who live there an..."
A student University of Hartford
"I gained an understanding of the culture while seeing the most incredible historical sites in one of the most ancient lands. "
Rachel G University of Hartford
"It was absolutely worthwhile. I gained an understanding of another country's culture and language and was able to experience first hand what it is like to live somewhere that the arts are supported. "
A student University of Hartford
"Every day is an adventure and there really is no such thing as getting lost. It's all part of the adventure. Keep an open mind and open heart and the world is yours for the taking."
Sean K University of Hartford
"Traveling experience, people skills"
A student University of Hartford
"The experience gave a broader outlook on the world, I had known very little besides what I heard about from friends and family. However, living in the city showed me more than any story can, seeing people smile when I would try to speak Italian was always a great sight. Best of all however was the social aspect, while I am not u..."
Tyler M University of Hartford
"I learned a lot from my tutors and peers which enriched and expanded my learning beyond my home university experience. "
A student University of Hartford
"This trip was so worthwhile. I made friends that I will never forget. I saw some of the most beautiful sights I have ever seen in my life. I learned how to embrace other cultures, try new things, see the world from other people's perspective. But I also learned how to slow down, how to enjoy the little things, to savor life."
A student University of Hartford
"I learned a lot about myself and triggered wanderlust. I met so many new friends alongside my established friend group and I'm very proud of the work I did during the program and I have so many photos of beautiful Italy!!"
A student University of Hartford
"It was worthwhile I learned a lot of useful life skills while abroad. My skills as an artist also improved."
A student University of Hartford
"It was worthwhile. I learned how beautiful a place can be if you take care of it. "
A student University of Hartford
"The experience was very much worthwhile. If i could I would do it all over again. Ive learned that there is so much outside of the U.S., and you options are limitless. This experience has also made me want to travel more and look into internships and jobs outside of the U.S. "
A student University of Hartford
"Going abroad was definitely worthwhile, especially with TEAN. They helped me break out of my comfort zone and because of that I feel like a more confident and independent person. This experience helped me grow as a person and helped me get in touch with the adventure that I had been missing. "
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