Did you know that studying abroad can...

Help you get a job!

• 65 percent of hiring managers surveyed reported that the hiring and promotion strategy of their companies acknowledge the importance of a study abroad experience
  Gutierrez, Robert; Bhandari, Rajika; Auerbach, Jennifer; Satterwhite, Erika."The Value of International Education to U.S. Business and industry Leaders: Key Findings from a Survey of CEO's," International Institute of Education, October 2009.

• One out of every 5 U.S.-based jobs are linked to international trade
  businessroundtable.org
  

Encourage you to attend Graduate School!

• 52% of study abroad alumni go on to earn a graduate degree or higher vs. 9% of students who have not studied abroad
  IES Abroad 50 Year Alumni Survey, www.IESabroad.org.
  

Fit into any major!

• Many programs offer focused curriculum and general undergraduate courses.  Whether you are looking to fill university core or major requirements, you will find a program that meets your academic and personal goals - fall, spring, summer or short-term.
  

Be affordable!

• Did you know that most financial aid and scholarships transfer to study abroad programs? Speak with your financial aid department to know the funding available to you.  In addition, scholarships from local and national companies, community organizations and educational programs award students money based on merit, heritage, financial need and location of study.