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Molly Ahyun – CIEE Cape Town
The world is so much bigger than we think, but places as unfamiliar as Cape Town, South Africa can feel like home after a semester abroad. Read more about how Molly Ahyun discovered a vibrant social life and new meaning in the “outdoors” while studying Law, History & Culture at the University of Cape Town.
University of Bristol
Named one of the best places to live in the UK , the University of Bristol is open to all majors and minors. Most notably, Bristol offers the chance to receive a scholarship of $5,000 USD upon arrival in Bristol to cover housing, transportation, and cost-of-living. The city is known for its street art, theatre scene & creative industries as well its focus on sustainability, walkability, green spaces and its history as a vibrant port city.
Study Abroad 101 & Program Info Sessions
Not sure where to start? Watch our “Study Abroad 101” video, or browse our library of previously recorded info sessions for specific programs.
Student Spotlight
When Trojans go abroad, they make unforgettable memories. Read the spotlights below to hear students recount their favorite moments abroad. Browse our full library of student experiences abroad here.
Trojans Abroad
Alisha Soni in the Galapagos Islands
The program reminded me why I love environmental science so much, the impact that I want to have on the world, and the opportunities that are out there for me to pursue a career in this field.
Diego Frankel in Chile
Alongside Chilean students, I studied the language (Mapuzugun) and learned about the various issues facing the Mapuche today. Back in Santiago, I spent a lot of my free time dancing. I joined a salsa club at the university where I met a lot of Chileans and other exchange students. A typical Friday night for us was spent at the salsoteca.
Delaney Brower in Bilbao, Spain
My time overseas was transformative in so many ways, and has ultimately inspired me to pursue graduate programs abroad in the near future. Thanks to the incredible professors I met, I have learned about the unique master’s programs that the University of Deusto offers, programs of which I would not have known about if I didn’t choose to go abroad. I am immensely grateful for the time I had in Bilbao, and look forward to the time I can visit again!
Pauline Hales-Brown in Dublin
My time at Trinity College Dublin was unforgettable I came to feel at home, both at Trinity and in Dublin. I made friends for life, both Irish and international. I joined numerous clubs. It was an experience I will cherish forever and I cannot wait until I can return to Dublin again.
Najah Boyd in Bristol
My experience studying abroad as an HHSC major was wonderful. Overall, I’m thankful for my time in the study abroad program. It allowed me to bring new perspectives to my final courses at USC and carry them with me even beyond graduation.
Getting started?
Here are things to consider when first starting to plan your semester or year abroad.
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PRE-HEALTH & STEM
Overseas Studies offers a wide range of programs that allow pre-health and STEM students to complete major requirements abroad. Browse some of our recommended programs below and meet with a Study Abroad Advisor today!
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Studying abroad will change the course of your life
Hannah Contreras spent a year at the University of Edinburgh and wrote about her life-changing experience. Read how spending a semester or year abroad can give you the experience of a lifetime.
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