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Imagine learning about ancient architecture in the shadow of the Coliseum… studying marine biology in Central America… watching a theater performance in London. You can do all this and more through Study Abroad programs! A World Class Education

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Improve a language skill. Change your understanding and view of the world. Learn about new places and cultures. Experience a new way of learning and living. Meet new people. Discover who you are by stepping out of your comfort zone. Help build your college application. Why study abroad?

Top 10 Reasons to Study Abroad: 

Top 10 Reasons to Study Abroad Studying abroad is a life-altering experience! A chance to learn about yourself and be independent. Gain perspective on your own country and culture. Learn a language in a country where it is spoken. See the world (or at least a part of it).

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Programs work with any major. Looks great on college applications. Unique academic structures. Make connections that can last a lifetime. International travel and study are fun and exciting! Top 10 Reasons to Study Abroad

Why I studied abroad…: 

6 Students have now heard of 15 reasons and benefits of studying abroad. Use this slide to discuss what your motivations were for studying abroad to inspire students by learning first-hand why someone studies abroad. You could also focus on a particular reason listed, and discuss how this reason came true after studying abroad. Ex. Tell the students how you became more independent and learned about yourself through study abroad. Why I studied abroad…

Summer Study Abroad: 

Summer Study Abroad There are just as many opportunities to study abroad during the summer through various programs available all around the world.

Reasons For Students From Diverse Backgrounds to Study Abroad: 

Reasons For Students From Diverse Backgrounds to Study Abroad See the world and broaden your experience. Gain a new perspective on your own country. Explore your heritage. Gain new insights and outlooks through new relationships.

Reasons For Students From Diverse Backgrounds to Study Abroad: 

“Studying abroad is a great way to gain perspective and experience that will shape the rest of your life– personally and professionally.” Jenny Ming President Old Navy Reasons For Students From Diverse Backgrounds to Study Abroad

Reasons For Students From Diverse Backgrounds to Study Abroad: 

“You cannot fully understand your own life without knowing and thinking beyond your life, your own neighborhood, and even your own nation.” Dr. Johnetta Cole President of Bennett College for Women in Greensboro Reasons For Students From Diverse Backgrounds to Study Abroad

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Fight stereotypes by educating others. Dispel your own stereotypes. Take control of your future. See what influenced great leaders. Reasons For Students From Diverse Backgrounds to Study Abroad

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“As a nation we must do more to reach out to the world and bridge cultural and social understanding.” Gaddi Vasquez First Hispanic Director of the Peace Corps Reasons For Students From Diverse Backgrounds to Study Abroad

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“As native peoples, we are very much aware of the interconnection of all things... Truly, may the rest of the world take note that even a million miles cannot separate sincere hearts.” Jerry Elliot High Eagle NASA Physicist and Designer of the First International Site for Peace Reasons For Students From Diverse Backgrounds to Study Abroad

What Other Students Are Saying: 

What Other Students Are Saying “It was a once in a lifetime experience that I would recommend for anyone, young or old, looking to learn a foreign language while immersed in the culture at the same time. Words can't describe the experience I had!” Jonathan (Age 15) Spanish summer program in Costa Rica

Impact on Personal Growth for those Who have Studied Abroad : 

Impact on Personal Growth for those Who have Studied Abroad 98% feel that study abroad made them more mature. 96% feel that study abroad increased self confidence. 89% feel they were better able to tolerate ambiguity.

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16 Through studying abroad, you have undoubtedly grown and changed. Tell students about how you were molded through studying abroad and the noticeable affects it has had on your life. (You could also include a comment someone else told you, such as, ‘you seem so much more independent and sure of yourself since you have been home.’) How I’ve Grown Through Study Abroad…

What's so great about Teenagers Abroad?: 

What's so great about Teenagers Abroad? It opens you up to tons of opportunities to learn the language, make new friends and keep those international friends for years to come. You will change in ways you never expected.

Where Can You Go?: 

Where Can You Go?

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Africa Ghana South Africa

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China Asia Japan

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Australia Cairns Adelaide Melbourne Sydney

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Central America Costa Rica Guatemala

Europe: 

Germany Europe France Italy Greece Spain

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Middle East Egypt Israel

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North America Canada Mexico

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Brazil Chile South America Peru

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South Asia India

I Studied Abroad In…: 

28 This is your opportunity to illustrate aspects of your trip instead of simply discussing it. While many students have seen pictures of monuments before, it is life that those pictures are missing. Help to inspire students and imagine what a future trip could be like by adding pictures of you and your friends having fun while studying abroad. I Studied Abroad In…

Musicians from other countries: 

Musicians from other countries Nelly Furtado Singer-Songwriter who was born and raised in Victoria, British Colombia, Canada. She credits her ethnic background and childhood for their cultural influence which sparked her creativity. James Blunt Singer-Songwriter who was born in Tidworth, Wiltshire, England. He served in the British Army for four years before he began his singing career.

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Agnieszka Bibrzycka is a basketball player for the San Antonio Silver Stars. She is from Poland, and was named the Women’s European Player of the Year for 2003-2004 by the prestigious Italian paper, La Gazzetta dello Sport. Dirk Nowitzki is a basketball player for the Dallas Mavericks. He is from Würzburg, West Germany, and is a five-time All-Star. He is also six-time all NBA, was the World Championship’s MVP in 2002, and the Eurobasket MVP in 2005. Athletes from other countries

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Hugh Jackman, was born in Sydney, Australia, and is best known as Wolverine in the X-Men movies. Isla Fisher, is an Australian actress, born in Muscat, Oman. She is best known for her breakout role as Gloria in Wedding Crashers. Actors from other countries

Fashion: 

Fashion Valentino • Prada • Dolce & Gabbana • Givenchy • Chanel France and Italy are two of the most fashion forward countries in the world, and fashions that originate there usually end up in the U.S. around two years later.

Questions to ask whileplanning study abroad: 

Questions to ask whileplanning study abroad Am I willing to try new things- everything from foods to social situations? Am I comfortable making my own decisions, such as what time to leave for school, which courses to take, and how to deal with conflict and change, without family or friends around to help? How have I handled complex and new situations in the past?