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\n Work Toward Your Goals Abroad\n <\/h2>\n\n\n<\/div>\n \n
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There are numerous benefits to studying abroad, academically, personally and professionally.\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

We know that every student has unique goals and aspirations. At Overseas Studies, we want to hear your plans and show you how a semester or year abroad can help you achieve them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n

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\n \n \n 1. Earn Major\/Minor Credit\n\n <\/a>\n <\/h3>\n \n \n
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You will work with Overseas Studies and your academic advisor to make sure that your study abroad program is academically meaningful and will keep you on track for graduation. Refer yourself for advising<\/a><\/strong> in AdviseUSC to meet with an Overseas Studies advisor!<\/p>\n

You will become a more well-rounded student by taking courses not offered on campus, or those similar to on-campus courses with a different academic context.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n\n <\/div>\n \n

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\n \n \n 2. It’s Affordable\n\n <\/a>\n <\/h3>\n \n \n
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Don’t let cost stand in the way of studying abroad! Most forms of financial aid travel with you and total program costs are often comparable to a semester of study in L.A., if not cheaper.<\/p>\n

We are here to help explain the expenses associated with various programs and how financial aid and scholarships work. Get started with our information on\u00a0costs, financial aid and scholarships<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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\n \n \n 3. Wide Program Availability\n\n <\/a>\n <\/h3>\n \n \n
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With over 55 programs in 25+ countries there are options for every student. Explore programs by region<\/a> or programs by major<\/a><\/strong> to find the best fit for you.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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\n \n \n 4. Launch Your Future\n\n <\/a>\n <\/h3>\n \n \n
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Study abroad enhances your graduate school and career opportunities because you will improve your interpersonal skills, and you can even participate in an international internship or gain volunteer experience.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Study abroad will expand your understanding of the world and yourself.\u00a0 You will become more self-reliant and resourceful, make new friends, learn about your heritage or gain new perspectives on your identity, and delve into local arts, culture, cuisine and sports. What are you waiting for?<\/p>\n

Reach out to a current study abroad ambassador<\/a> <\/strong>to hear about their experience and adventures, or check out our Student Voices<\/a><\/strong> to learn unique ways USC students maximized their time abroad.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n\n <\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":320,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-1423","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\nReasons to Study Abroad - Office of Overseas Studies<\/title>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/dornsife.usc.edu\/overseas-studies\/reasons-to-study-abroad\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Reasons to Study Abroad - 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