Which Program is Right for me?

Our program managers are available to help guide you in this important decision, but you will want to consider a few important factors. Listed below are some questions that may help you make a more informed decision.

• Which aspects of study abroad are most important to me?
  • Curriculum?
  • Locale?
  • Culture?
  • Language Study?
  • Travel?
• Where can I get the courses I need and still stay on track for graduation?
• Do I know the language?
  • If not, how can I learn it?
• How long and when do I want to study abroad?
  • The academic year?
  • A semester?
  • If so, which semester?
    • Fall, Spring, or Summer?
    • Am I flexible on which semester I want to study abroad?
• Would I prefer a small town or a big city?
• Would I prefer to study abroad with other Americans, with students of the host country, or a combination of both?
• What sort of living situation is right for me?
  • Do I want to live with a host family?
  • Am I better suited for a dorm environment?
• How competitive is the program I'm applying to?
  • Some programs are more popular than others
  • Fall programs are generally less competitive than Spring
  • Which other program(s) should I apply to, in case I don't get into my first choice?
• Am I better suited for a site with special learning opportunities?
  • Internships
  • Service work