A Brief Guide To American University Study Abroad

American University in Washington DC offers a wide variety of international study opportunities for their students. This renowned learning institution is one of the leaders when it comes to providing students with programs that stretch their knowledge and help them grow as individuals. There is something for every major, which is the first thing you need to investigate. You will need to choose a program that fits your major and is ensured to give you proper academic credit.

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Just a handful of countries that you can travel to for study in a wide variety of areas include China, Australia, France, Italy, Germany, Ireland, Korea, Scotland and many, many others. Some of the majors that offer these programs include art, anthropology, biochemistry, communications, justice, psychology and various others. There are also language learning programs for French, Spanish and Arabic. Usually referred to as immersion programs, the student places themselves in the country where the language is spoken.

Immersion language programs help students learn more quickly. They become fluent not just through classroom learning, but through everyday, real world situations. By being surrounded by others who speak the language, and needing to communicate effectively with them, a student can gain fluency faster than they would otherwise. And this is all while enjoying the sights, sounds and other great things about traveling to a foreign land. It's not all work, students do get opportunities to explore the area in which they are staying and time to do whatever they prefer. This might be shopping, relaxing at a cafe, hiking or enjoying the night life.

American University study abroad programs are well renowned as is the university itself. No matter what you are studying or where you want to go, this higher education institution can get you to the right place. Of course there are preparations to complete, for example you must apply and be approved for study abroad programs. If you are unable to pay for a program, there may be financial assistance available from the government, scholarship programs or private funding sources. And, there is the matter of travel documents, travel and health insurance, and other legalities. Speaking with the study abroad advisor at the University can help a great deal, because they have ample experience helping students reach their goals in this area and can help students and parents through the process from start to finish.

 





 

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Stone Center revives Cuba student abroad
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Study abroad meeting encourages immersion | News
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Study abroad deadline looming for students
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Study abroad gains popularity
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Oxford University Cuts Pomona Study Abroad Program
Pomona students hoping to spend next fall in Oxford, England will need to rethink their plans. The Office of Study Abroad (OSA) announced in November that, effective fall 2012, the Oxford University study abroad program will be discontinued...


Achievements of local people - Evansville Courier & Press

Achievements of local people
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Nathan Ramsey, a graduate of Tell City High School, will spend the spring semester studying abroad in Nice, France. Ramsey is majoring in civil engineering at UE and will study at Euro-American Institute in a program run by CEA Global Education.

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PSU hosts study abroad fair on Jan. 26
Fair showcases hundreds of opportunities to travel and earn PSU credits On Jan. 26, Portland State will host a fair for students interested in learning about studying abroad. With more than 100 programs in over 40 countries, the fair provides students with an opportunity to explore the different study abroad options, such as terms abroad, internships and short-term, faculty-led courses. The ...


Study Abroad Fair brings international flair
International academics brought students to the Memorial Union on Thursday...


Two W&M students awarded Gilman Scholarships
Ask anyone in the study abroad field to name the most competitive national scholarships and the Gilman Scholarship will be on their list...


 

 

 

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