University of Minnesota
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University of Minnesota is a program provider offering 31 abroad programs. Programs offered include Study Abroad, Internship, and Intensive Language abroad programs in 11 countries such as Spain, Ireland, Ecuador, and France.
The Learning Abroad Center is the University of Minnesota's comprehensive resource for study, service-learning, work, intern, volunteer, and research experiences worldwide.
The Learning Abroad Center is a leader in providing innovative international learning experiences that expand and redefine the world for a diverse population of students, colleagues, and staff. The Learning Abroad Center staff and University of Minnesota faculty and staff participate in numerous leadership opportunities and serve on the advisory boards of organizations who provide and/or support education abroad programs. Through collaboration and individual attention, the Learning Abroad Center continues to promote empowerment, development, understanding, and responsibility in the global community.
The Learning Abroad Center offers a full range of advising and support services to students on such issues as program selection, academic planning, financial planning, registration, credit, cultural adjustment, travel planning, travel products, and re-entry.
A variety of program options—more than 200 programs in 60 countries—have been developed to address the diverse needs of students. Programs vary in length, level, academic focus, teaching format, language requirements, cost, and degree of independence demanded of the participant.
The Learning Abroad Center works with many departments, administrative offices, and other units within the University to determine appropriate study abroad options for each major and minor, and to help students earn credit toward their degree through study abroad. With planning, students in any undergraduate major can study abroad and fulfill degree requirements.
For more information, visit https://umabroad.umn.edu/.
Study Abroad with University of Minnesota
"This program helped me bridge the gap between advanced language skills and fluency. Every opportunity is available for you, you choose how involved you want to be and how you want to spend your time. I took dance classes at a local studio and went to the farmers market on the weekends. The program center hosts many events and ex..."
A student Brandeis University
"I learned how to navigate in a new place; I learned what I like to do for fun when I'm independent. "
A student Brandeis University
"The world feels bigger, and I've greatly improved my language skills! Totally worthwhile"
A student Brandeis University
"I improved my french, got to explore france and a new culture, and made great friends"
A student Brandeis University
"Living with a host family was an incredible experience. I was able to really practice my French comprehension and speaking skills, but I also got to be exposed to true French culture and form long-lasting relationships with my host parents and siblings. The city was youthful and vibrant and gorgeous — already itching to go back!"
Dalya K Brandeis University
"I learned to embrace alone time and to enjoy the small things. I learned a lot about myself and others. It was definitely worthwhile."
A student Brandeis University
"Worth every second. I gained confidence, independence, flexibility, and language fluency."
A student Brandeis University
"Besides learning French, being abroad pushed me to learn how to be more independent whether that is keeping track of my spendings, navigating through a foreign city, or learning how to balance school and social life. "
A student Brandeis University
"Gained a ton of travel experience and confidence, improved my Spanish immensely, learned a lot about myself "
A student Brandeis University
"I learned so much about French language and culture living with a host family and taking French classes, while making close American friends and having the support of a strong program. I directly experienced the political world of France, studying at a time when gilet jaunes were protesting frequently, but I always felt safe and..."
A student Brandeis University
"Patience in nuanced cultural differences, complete fluency in the french language, an appreciation for a more old-fashioned, graceful and conservative culture. It was absolutely worth while but not at all what I expected it to be. "
Yvette Smith Brandeis University
"I learned French as well as a lot about the french culture. It was very worthwhile. "
A student Brandeis University
"I learned so much, Anything from the daily routines of my host family to the language itself, I learned to appreciate french food, culture, the language, and I learned im capable of so much more than I thought. "
Anya Engelberg-Nolan Brandeis University
"I learned that I was more capable than I thought- that I could live in a country that did not speak English and that I could work through a language. I would not have traded my semester abroad for the world."
A student Brandeis University
"This was my first time living more independently (I don't really include living in a dorm). I learned to be more independent and confident in myself and my abilities. I began to feel more comfortable with my French."
A student Brandeis University
"It was definitely worthwhile. I am much more comfortable with my language use and I know that I can easily communicate what I want in French now and be understood."
A student Brandeis University
"Language skills and a lifelong friendship with my host family."
A student Brandeis University
"I made friends that I hope to keep in touch with and had a lot of fun. It was very much worthwhile. Also my language proficiency grew exponentially."
A student Brandeis University
"It's hard to really explain what I gained, but I know that I am a better person. I am more accepting, more cultured, and I feel like I have grown up about 10 years! It was so worthwhile.... it was the perfect amount of time and I can't wait to go back in the future."
A student Indiana University - Bloomington
"Language skills, definitely worthwhile"
A student Villanova University
"It's hard to take it all in at this point, and see how it will affect my future. But as a cultural anthropology and french major, I LOVED getting to live what I have been studying - people and their languages. I got to live that: eat their food, drink their wine, run around their neighborhood with my host dad, see my host brot..."
Lauren B University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
"My study abroad experience greatly improved my Spanish language skills. I was only there for three weeks and had little Spanish skills prior. By the time I left I was easily conversing with locals. It was a great experience for anyone who would like to learn Spanish."
Abigail M University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
"absolutely. I made my best memories and I learned perfect French. It was cheaper than many study abroad programs (although still expensive for me)"
Monica H Pennsylvania State University - University Park
