Western Carolina University
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Study Abroad programs are a great way to expand your horizons and at the same time earn college credit toward the completion of your academic program. If you want to gain international experience and exposure and a distinguishing edge in today's competitive job market, then studying abroad is for you. Academically, studying abroad is not only a fun way to earn credits, but it also exposes you to different teaching methods and perspectives on academic topics.
Western's Study Abroad opportunities are designed for both undergraduate and graduate students. These opportunities consist of programs that are one semester or an entire academic year, or even just for the summer. Each program has its own distinctions and prerequisites. Learn more about these opportunities by visiting the IPS office or discovering where you can go.
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No important dates configured."Plenty of Spanish, knowledge of other cultures, and connections to people from around the world. It was absolutely worthwhile and I would recommend studying abroad to anyone."
A student Western Carolina University
"I learned so much about other cultures and how to travel efficiently. I also learned so much about myself and obviously the language. It was definitely worthwhile. "
Iris Miller Western Carolina University
"What didn't I gain or learn?! My worldview was expanded, I discovered more career opportunities, and my second language skills were vastly improved."
Cheyanne Helms Western Carolina University
"My experience was worthwhile and i learned a lot about myself that could affect my future. I gain friends, confidence, and more."
Brittany Gardner Western Carolina University
"I wish I would have remembered that I was in a tropical paradise, and to not stress out too much about schooling. It still was very worthwhile."
Katherine Allison Western Carolina University
"I learned much more about myself and the world. I also learned a new language. 110% worth it. "
Nick Clay Western Carolina University
"I gained an open mind, and my heart grew for others and their differences. It was definitely worthwhile. "
A student Western Carolina University
"Very worthwhile. Taught me a lot about myself. I've grown as a person."
Marissa D Western Carolina University
"It was an unbelievable experience that I would recommend to anyone. "
Leasha N Western Carolina University
"I can't stress enough how amazing my stay in Sweden was. I met the most amazing people, had the greatest of times, and would do it all over again in a heartbeat."
Emma10 Western Carolina University
"I learned to be more culturally aware, to be more responsible, a new sense of independence, and a new curiousity for travel. I plan on going a more trips and going abroad many more times in my future."
Becca R Western Carolina University
"Yes. I miss the food and friends most. I would love to go back if I had the money or time. "
Cati B Western Carolina University
"I have definitely become more confident in trying new things and meeting new people. I would really like to teach english abroad somewhere in the future."
Hanna P Western Carolina University
"Totally worth it, and I would without question do it again."
Tyler M Western Carolina University
"I absolutely loved studying abroad. I want to do it again! I see the world differently now, have a greater appreciation for others, am accepting of everyone, AND got way better at European geography! :)"
Allison B Western Carolina University
"I learned a lot about myself. Just because my experience wasn't good or great doesn't mean it was bad or terrible. I learned that you can't fall in love with every place and that I take a lot of things for granted in the US I don't think about. It's not just about food and water, its about culture and ways of thinking. I don'..."
Taylor M Western Carolina University
"Best experience of my undergraduate career. I did not learn that much in the actual classroom, but overall I learned more about life and the world than I did throughout the rest of college combined."
Seth C Western Carolina University
"More than anyone will ever know. "
Nikki H Western Carolina University
"I have become more independent and willing to voice my opinion more. I constantly want to travel and meet new people. Instead of seeing a situation at a quick glance, I now look at other options. I have become more aware of different cultures and accepting of diffent ways of life. I plan to continue traveling in America and thro..."
Kaitlyn C Western Carolina University
"Studying abroad gives you new love and appreciation for the world and everyone in it. I was also able to do a lot of traveling to other countries and it really does expand your mind to look at things in a different, global way."
Sarah J Western Carolina University
"I'm a lot more independent now. I had to learn how to do things on my own while I was there, which is something I never had to do at home. I also learned that when it really comes down to it, people are pretty much the same. We may speak different languages and wear different clothes, but the similarities between us far outwe..."
Alli R Western Carolina University
"Definitely. I gained a great deal of confidence and came home with a determination to be the best me that I can be. I am more determined than ever to travel and continue experiencing the world around me."
Katie J Western Carolina University
"Every minute of it was worth the cost and time away from my family. The friendships I made will never be broken and I can't wait to start traveling again. "
Nikki H Western Carolina University
"My study abroad experience was definitely worthwhile. I gained a strong sense of independence and heightened my interest in travel and other cultures even further. I had always planned to work abroad at some point, so my experience didn't change my plans so much as it did enable me to accomplish them. "
Jessica S Western Carolina University
"I think I gained world experience. I have changed as a person and without this experience I would have never done that. Even though some of the classes were not that great overall it was the best decision I have ever made. "
Keri B Western Carolina University
