Valparaiso University

March 28, 2024

University Information

Apply to study abroad in Africa, Asia, Europe or Latin America! Click on the "Getting Started" section of our website to learn more about the programs, application process and available courses. Scholarships and financial aid apply!

Important Dates and Deadlines

For Spring Enrollment: October 1
For Fall Enrollment: February 15*

*some programs have early acceptance deadlines, check each program for specific deadlines

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Past Review China: An Invaluable Experience Valparaiso University: Fall Hangzhou Study Program

"Not only has my Chinese improved, but I am a more mature individual. I feel more independent, I mean I survived a whole semester in China! I had to deal with all of my day to day issues, there was not anyone to hold my hand and guide me through it. Also, most of the other international students were older Europeans. So, natu..."

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Past Review Reutlingen 86! Valparaiso University: Reutlingen - Hochschule Reutlingen

"Gained an understanding how Americans are viewed in a different society. I am now more aware of issues in other countries, specially those taking place in baden wurttemberg"

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Past Review (No Title) Central College Abroad: Granada - University of Granada

"Yes, here is a blog I wrote about my experiencees as far as culture and people are concerned: Do not ask yourself what the world needs, Ask yourself what makes you come alive. Because what the world needs are people who have come alive. -Harold Thurmon Whitmon Our Morocco Exchange host Alicia read us that quote during ..."

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Past Review Aotearoa: Your Gorgeous Home Away From Home IFSA: Dunedin - University of Otago

"I am more culturally aware and have accepted many new cultures into my life. I am more open and environmentally-aware, and now know that I can deal with so much more than I ever thoguht I could. "

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Past Review Espana: Oh The People And Places I Have Seen Central College Abroad: Granada - University of Granada

"Most definitely. Although I may not have improved my Spanish as much as I would have liked, the other things that I have learned about the world and myself have been just as rewarding."

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Past Review Living And Learning German At Theodor Litt Haus Valparaiso University: Reutlingen - Hochschule Reutlingen

"Words can't put it all together. I'm more confident, responsible and independant after a semester looking after myself. Add to it a new awareness of the broad range of differences and similarities between the cultures and it's a truly eye-opening experience. Entirely worth it."

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Past Review (No Title) ISEP Exchange: Hirakata - Exchange Program at Kansai Gaidai University

"Its most definitely worth-while, Ive gained a new cultural perspective and loads of new relationships. I truly enjoy Kansai Gaidai more than my home University."

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Past Review Get Used To The Abrupt Teaching Style In Spain Central College Abroad: Granada - University of Granada

"Yes, I defintely would suggest it, even with all the ups and downs, you learn so much about yourself and others. I have become more independent, a better travler and more open to diferent life styles and attitudes. "

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Past Review (No Title) Valparaiso University: Cambridge - Valparaiso University Study Center

"I would not take back so much as a millisecond of this experience! I have grown and what's more this is not one of those invisible growth spurts but one in which I have watched in awe as my debating skills have expanded, my intellectual curiosity has been stretched and my already high respect and esteem for my fellow students h..."

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Past Review (No Title) Valparaiso University: Cambridge - Valparaiso University Study Center

"learned a lot about myself. especially self reliance. learned that people are people wherever you go"

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Past Review (No Title) Central College Abroad: Granada - University of Granada

"I loved my experience so much."

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Past Review Hangzhou With Valparaiso University Valparaiso University: Fall Hangzhou Study Program

"yes, a lot. a new appreciation for china, and chinese people. as well as europeans, and americans."

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Past Review (No Title) Valparaiso University: Reutlingen - Hochschule Reutlingen

"Of course it was, the ability to travel and see all of Europe in a semester abroad was incredible. Nothing I have ever done in my life can compare to it. "

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Past Review (No Title) Valparaiso University: Reutlingen - Hochschule Reutlingen

"DEFINITELY WORTHWHILE! I've gained a sense of all-around confidence and am certainly more culturally enlightened."

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Past Review (No Title) Valparaiso University: Fall Hangzhou Study Program

"Taught me a lot about independence and being around true diversity. Didn't feel so Americanized by everything I was doing and seeing, but rather felt free to do things my way instead of society's way."

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Past Review My Semester At University Of Kent Was Great University of Kent: Canterbury - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"It was incredibly worthwhile... I would do it again in a moment. It is so important to gain perspective through experiencing another culture. "

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Past Review (No Title) CGEE: Windhoek - Nation-Building, Globalization, and Decolonizing the Mind

"It was amazing. It helped mold me into a better, more understanding, sympathetic person."

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Past Review (No Title) Valparaiso University: Cambridge - Valparaiso University Study Center

"My study abroad experience was very worthwhile...how could it not be? I gained a load of understanding about just how big the world is. There is life outside of America that is enriching and rewarding. SIGN UP AND SEE FOR YOURSELF!!!"

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Past Review Amazing Valparaiso University: Cambridge - Valparaiso University Study Center

"Learned how to travel on my own as well as adjusting to a new city/ country. "

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Past Review Just Come To Germany. It's Awesome. Valparaiso University: Reutlingen - Hochschule Reutlingen

"My study abroad experience was definitely worthwhile. I gained a lot of confidence in my own ability to put myself where I feel vulnerable and learn from that experience. I learned how to tolerate being around people you don't like all of the time. It was a nice change of pace for me academically. I was starting to get tired o..."

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Past Review (No Title) CGEE: Windhoek - Nation-Building, Globalization, and Decolonizing the Mind

"Honesly, this experience was so personal and profound I do not even know where to begin to explain how huge of a positive inpact it has made in my life. Not only did I learn about a new place and remember everything I have learned, I had the oportunity to meet with very important people, and most importantly I learn about myself..."

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Past Review Study Abroad In Cambridge, England Valparaiso University: Cambridge - Valparaiso University Study Center

"I learned a lot about my own identity and others. I learned that although people are different everywhere, we are also very much the same in a lot of ways as well."

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