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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.
"how to become more independent. very worth while"
A student University of Hartford
"I wouldn't even know where to begin with this. One thing I will say is it has taught me more about myself in 6 months than I have learned in my 20 years. Worthwhile would be an understatement. "
Keirheim G 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
"This experience showed me the importance of a global community, how some things you do in one area can effect what goes on elsewhere. Europe is a great place to learn business and it was definitely worthwhile."
Jordan A University of Hartford
"America is not as great as it may seem "
A student University of Hartford
"I learned a lot about being more open minded and understanding languages and culture beyond western ways. "
A student University of Hartford
"Study abroad was stressful and difficult, and most definitely worthwhile. I learned life skills like budgeting, traveling, and living on my own. I learned more about myself than I ever thought I would. By taking away everything that I was used to, I learned what I need in order to succeed. I also learned alot about other culture..."
A student University of Hartford
"My experience abroad gave me so much more self-confidence and a greater perspective of the world around me. I became comfortable navigating foreign cities, striking up conversation with strangers, and exploring the world around me. I also discovered that there is so much more outside of the bubble I've lived in my whole life, an..."
A student University of Hartford
"I learned more about myself and the beauty of life"
Tiffany A 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
"I learned so many traveling tips. I cannot wait to continue traveling the world. "
Jennifer B University of Hartford
"Traveling experience, people skills"
A student University of Hartford
"Met new friends, gained appreciation for both Italian/European and American cultures, learned history"
A student University of Hartford
"I learned a lot about myself and how to really be on my own. It was completely worthwhile"
A student University of Hartford
"I learned so much about other cultures and it helped me become a much more sociable person. I've changed for the better. "
Gema S University of Hartford
"I learned not to be afraid to try new things. I also learned that being social is easier than it seems. You never know the type of people you can relate to if you're judging them from the outside. This experience was extremely worthwhile. I would do it again if I could (just not through Globalinks)."
Dianna A University of Hartford
"You learn a lot about yourself, your likes and dislikes, and you gain a lot of independence"
Melanie D University of Hartford
"I learned how to be more independent and how to get out of my comfort zone. The experience was worthwhile and one of the best decisions of my life."
Thuy L University of Hartford
"I learned a ton about Japanese culture, Japanese language, and myself. Being immersed in a new culture and having everything that was familiar to me taken away really gave me an opportunity to see who I really am without all of that. It was also very interesting to be able to view American culture from a different culture's poin..."
Frank T University of Hartford
"I learned to be more independent. It was very worth it."
A student University of Hartford
"I went into the IES Vienna program to learn more about myself, my own artistic identity as a composer and my personal needs as a human being. I learned that so much of what I value in life stems beyond just my career goals, and that there is an entire world of people, places, and things to be explored. My joy came from the const..."
Zach H 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
"I learned important money organizing skills, a new language, cooking, living on my own, making smart and safe decisions, and how to travel."
Carmine F University of Hartford
"it was worthwhile and it taught me to live on my own and be independant "
Steven N University of Hartford
"I learned that there really is so much more out there. I am not experienced, culturally, and this was a great start. Imnready to travel the world now!"
Elizabeth M University of Hartford
