Although you are still in the beginning of the college decision process and it might seem ridiculously far away, it’s never too early to start thinking about how you might want to spend your time here at Penn State. One of the coolest opportunities you have in college? Studying abroad. Here at Penn State, there are tons of different programs and opportunities. From summer programs, to a semester, to a full year in a different country, there are plenty of options to choose from that can make your college experience that much more memorable.
For me, even before I knew I would be attending Penn State I knew I wanted to study abroad. For me, the opportunity to explore the world, as well as get a unique educational experience abroad, was something I couldn’t imagine missing out on. Now, I’ll be spending my spring semester of my junior year in London!
For some, the process might be daunting, but Penn State makes it a breeze, and there are so many resources and people here who are more than willing to help you navigate through the process!
If you’re interested in starting to look for programs that interest you, check out global.psu.edu, PSU’s study abroad site, for a full list and description of all the places you can go! Plus, there is tons of information there about what to expect throughout the process, student blogs, and academic and financial information!
Once you get to school, there are also a variety of things you can do to start planning your abroad experience. First, Penn State has its own office dedicated entirely to study abroad advisors who are here to help you! In addition, students have the opportunity to talk with peer advisors in the abroad office. These are students that have already gone abroad and want to share their experiences with other people who are interested in it too!
Penn State also hosts a variety of education abroad fairs, where representatives from tons of different abroad programs can give you detailed information, advice, or simply answer any questions you have.
Studying abroad opportunities across the world are just another reason why Penn State makes your college experience the best it can be. Check out what adventures can await you at global.psu.edu!
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