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Explore the World and Discover Yourself!
USI offers study abroad opportunities in more than 50 countries around the globe. With advance planning, it is possible for students in virtually any major to participate in an overseas program. Programs offer a variety of experiences, from specialized courses taught entirely in English to direct enrollment in the foreign university. Students receive USI credit for the coursework completed during the summer, semester or academic year at an approved USI study abroad location.
The University is committed to making study abroad affordable as well as accessible to all students. The costs of some USI study abroad programs are based on tuition, room and board at USI. Since participants pay program fees to USI and receive USI credit, they can continue to apply their scholarship and other financial aid towards those fees.
Important Dates and Deadlines
General Timeline:
The earlier you begin planning a study abroad experience the better prepared you will be. Beginning to plan your experience one year in advance is ideal for a long-term program. It is possible to plan just one semester ahead. Short-term, summer, and faculty-led programs offer more flexibility and can be planned in a few months-time. Each program will have an application deadline and some requirements such as essays, obtaining a passport, and obtaining letters of reference take some time. Please plan appropriately.
"So much culture and experience "
A student University of Southern Indiana
"I learned to trust my instincts, navigation skills and ability to remember important details as I spent a lot of time traveling independently. The experience was definitely worthwhile because I believe I came home with a new confidence and boldness. "
Claire Abell University of Southern Indiana
"I made many friends and amazing memories"
Lillian Schnautz University of Southern Indiana
"Leadership skills; yes"
A student University of Southern Indiana
"I gained more knowledge on culture, and it was definitely worthwhile. "
Hannah Sibrel University of Southern Indiana
"I learned how to get around the various cities using public transit and saw a lot of impressive legendary artwork. Totally worthwhile."
Matthew Koewler University of Southern Indiana
"I learned a lot about myself and how to be independent. I learned how to live on the opposite side of the world alone without anyone to fall back on. I learned to make new friends of different cultures and how to live in a big city. It was definitely worthwhile. "
Brittany Schrink University of Southern Indiana
"I gained more self-confidence traveling. My first plane ride was going to London. It made me more aware of the world and how it is. I saw both positive and negative things happen and that will always stick with me. It also taught me how much I appreciate home. "
A student University of Southern Indiana
"I gained more of a sense of the world as a whole and became a better global citizen. I also learned a lot about myself while abroad. "
A student University of Southern Indiana
"I became more independent, assertive, and resourceful. The program help me decide what career field I would love to work in. My perception was changed for the better and I became more open minded to others beliefs and cultures."
Sauche E University of Southern Indiana
"I learned to be more open minded, appreciate people who are different from you and their cultures/beliefs. I made some of the greatest friends I could possibly have asked for. I also fell in love with the beauty of Switzerland."
Hope D University of Southern Indiana
"My French speaking skills expanded. My fluency in the language is much stronger. I needed French credits for my major, and I was able to get all of them. It was worthwhile. "
Lauren P University of Southern Indiana
"I wouldn't give up my study abroad experience in Alicante for anything in the world. Despite the horrendous preparation, paperwork, and stress both before and after, my semester abroad was well worth the tedious tasks that accompany it. Not only did I improve my language skills, but I was able to experience and immerse myself in..."
Lydia R University of Southern Indiana
"Gained independence and confidence. Very worthwhile."
Kaylen W University of Southern Indiana
"I gained the satisfaction of knowing that although I have left the country, I was able to establish health-related programs at the orphanage that continues to benefit the residents. The experience was most definitely worthwhile."
Sarah E University of Southern Indiana
"Learned so much about traveling and about European culture in general. Would definitely do it again."
Ashton F University of Southern Indiana
"I learned how other cultures live and how they differ from the U.S. This program was definitely worth my time!"
Christa T University of Southern Indiana
"I learned entirely too much to put into words. I gained so much from this trip. I got to see one of the 7 natural wonders of the world, I met so many people from all over the globe, and I gained independence. I was able to put my phone down and enjoy the beautiful surroundings and people and never get bored. This trip was defini..."
Chelsey H University of Southern Indiana
"I gained an understanding of different mind sets from around the world. This experience is something I'll never forget. "
John P University of Southern Indiana
"Everything. What didn't I learn?! I ended up learning a bunch about world religions through my academics, and I also learned a lot about myself and who I am as a person. Not to mention all of the different cultures I was able to experience. "
A student University of Southern Indiana
"I learned how to overcome my fears and experience the lifestyle of another. "
Lance G University of Southern Indiana
"I learned more about myself than I could have ever imagined. "
Jennfier K University of Southern Indiana
"English Culture, traveling with Americans, and being a foreign student throughout Europe. It was very worthwhile."
Patrick H University of Southern Indiana
"I gained a greater understanding of the cultural and unique experiences. Many of the positive moments i had were unrelated to the actual program but rather, traveling with friends I made. "
damien b University of Southern Indiana
"I learned to be self sufficient. and having to get over the language barrier"
tesla r University of Southern Indiana
