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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.
"Learned-How to travel light, how to live on my own, how to cook basic items. Gained- New friendships, a will to travel more, a new understanding of a different culture."
A student University of Hartford
"Before my semester abroad I had never been out of the country. Being in Spain and in Europe I learned to appreciate other cultures and branch out of my shy tendencies. It also gave me the nerves to finally speak Spanish with people other than my grandparents without feeling like I was being judged."
Maria Vega University of Hartford
"I learned so much about myself and the world from a global prospective. It was worth every second. "
Brittany Hicks University of Hartford
"I learned a lot about myself and what I need in order to get the most from an experience. From traveling around Greece and Europe as a whole, I got a taste from each country and learned about the history of the various cultures, which I loved. I think I would have been more suited for either a shorter time abroad, as it was my f..."
A student University of Hartford
"Learning how to budget and travel while making new friends. Defiantly worthwhile!!!!"
A student University of Hartford
"A sense of independence and adventure. "
A student University of Hartford
"The experience was definitely worth while. I learned plenty about Italian culture and history."
A student University of Hartford
"That things are different everywhere you go and there's always something new to see, learn, and do. Yes i definitely recommend it to everyone."
A student 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 learned so much about myself and about the world around me- the entire experience was unimaginably worthwhile. I can't believe I had the opportunity. I learned about cultures, art, history, language, people, anthropology, and so many more. I learned to appreciate life around me."
Natalia Erazo University of Hartford
"Don’t sweat the small stuff and live in the moment Yes it was worth it! "
Tamar Mor University of Hartford
"- How to be independent - How to plan trips - How to interact with locals - How to understand cultural difference - How to have an international mindset "
A student University of Hartford
"It was worthwhile. I learned a lot about myself and had time to focus on what is really important in life. "
nikki lehr University of Hartford
"I learned a lot about myself as well as a lot about other people. It was definitely worth going."
A student 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 can communicate in Spanish better. "
A student University of Hartford
"I learned a lot about how big the world is, but also how small it is. I was encouraged to do a lot of self-reflection, which helped me learn about my biases and how my actions impact others. I was also here during the water crisis, so I learned how valuable natural resources are."
A student University of Hartford
"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
"It was 100% worth it. I learned a lot about how others view america which was both worrying but also refreshing. I learned a lot about myself and my ability to live independently. I was able to see so many places in Europe and expand my knowledge of the world. "
A student University of Hartford
"I learned how to be more independent. I learned how to cook, clean, and travel on my own."
A student University of Hartford
"Language ad cultural experiences were so awesome. Yes!"
A student University of Hartford
"I learned global perspectives, how to enjoy the outdoors around me while attending school, other culture, and Australian culture and history. well worthwhile "
Kieran O'Donnell University of Hartford
"Gained a lot of independence and courage. "
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