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USAC is a program provider offering 56 abroad programs. Programs offered include Study Abroad, Internship, Volunteer, Intensive Language, Gap Year, Research, and Online Program abroad programs in 24 countries such as Chile, The United Kingdom, Ireland, and Japan.
The University Studies Abroad Consortium (USAC) has been providing students with quality study abroad programs for over 30 years. USAC is a non-profit, university-based organization with 53 programs in 28 countries. USAC offers summer, winter, semester, and yearlong program options. We pride ourselves on providing well-rounded, academically sound and credible programs in non-traditional locations or in unique parts of more traditional places. By choosing a USAC program, you have flexibility in the length and time of your study (short-term summer or January programs from three to ten weeks, to semester, trimester, or year options) and a wide range of courses to choose from, plus small class sizes, a multitude of disciplines taught in English, and language study at any level of proficiency from beginning to advanced and with no language prerequisite. Many of our locations have the option of intensive language study, where you can earn up to two years-worth of credit in one semester. USAC alumni give our programs a 94% recommendation rate. USAC is honored to be recognized as a Top Study Abroad Provider and Organization by our friends GoAbroad and Go Overseas for 2019.
For more information, visit our website at https://usac.edu/.
Study Abroad with USAC
"The most influential and important things came from the amazing people that I meant there. I have met friends that I will have for a lifetime. "
A student Western Washington University
"Being back in the Pacific has reminded me of my Polynesian culture and has taught me the confidence and understanding of what it means to be a Samaon in my American context."
A student University of the Pacific
"I learned that even though a culture is interesting and wonderful, my personality affects my experience. My personality can either merge with a culture or not."
Brianna H University of the Pacific
"I learned about a whole new culture and way of life. I was able to explore 11 other countries and get a feel for what living in Prague and other countries was like. I learned how to interact with many different kinds of people and how to be savvy and patient in a new city,country,culture and language. It was probably the most wo..."
Ashley M Minnesota State University, Mankato
"I learned so much about myself and exactly what I am capable of. I learned that I can push myself way beyond my comfort zone and learn a new language, create a new life and even conquer some of my fears. "
A student University of the Pacific
"I gained a sense of independence and a better feel for how tings happen outside the United States. Absolutely worth while. "
Shane A University of Maine at Orono
"I learned about what's important in life through admiring the lifestyle of the Thai people and their Buddhist philosophy. "
Alegra D University of Maine at Orono
"The opportunity made me grow as a person as I stepped out of my comfort zone and left the place I called home to meet new people and explore something completely new. I was able to immerse myself into a country that will now forever hold a special place in my heart as I learned not only more about a different part of the world, ..."
Sulie G California State University - Chico
"I was able to appreciate many things I did not pay attention to from home. I realized, after seeing how many other people lived that I come from a very fortunate home. I saw a complete new lifestyle where people lived in small huts and in villages in the jungle with no electricity or running water. "
A student University of Maine at Orono
"I learned how life works in one of the largest and busiest cities in the entire world. "
A student University of the Pacific
"It made me learn that I want to go back and live and work in Shanghai. The world is huge, but somehow it's also exceptionally small. It's helped me understand how I want to gear my life and what I want to accomplish. I love Shanghai and sincerely miss it every single day."
Jillian O University of Nevada - Reno
"Amazing friends, a real understanding of the culture, things I appreciate or take for granted and new things that I am bringing back to the states!"
A student University of Maine at Orono
"The biggest change that I have noticed is my focus and goals for the future. I am now more ambitious to finish my bachelor’s degree, pursue a higher degree, travel the world, join organizations and be a part of something. Studying abroad showed me all the opportunities the world can offer. More importantly, it showed me how I ..."
Nadeen B University of Nevada - Reno
"The list is to long to fit in something like this. The most important aspect of what I learnt was a entirely different perspective and way of life. It was worth ten times what it cost, and even then it would have been a cheap. The education in the classroom will pale in comparison to what you will learn from your interactions wi..."
chris.lee.1447342 California State University - Stanislaus
"How to be flexible, patient, and independent."
Athena T University of Nevada - Reno
"Studying abroad in San Sebastian Spain was one of the best decisions I have made. USAC helped set me up with an amazing family and classes geared toward my personality and language level. San Sebastian truly became my home as I was able to not just learn about another culture but embody it and live it as my own. The host family ..."
Haley M University of Nevada - Reno
"A new language, new friends, and a new culture that I fell in love with. I cannot wait to get back after I graduate!"
Carolann C University of Nevada - Reno
"Studying abroad was immensely beneficial. Studying abroad allowed me to gain a certain confidence in my own ability to survive and thrive independently. Studying abroad was a catalyst in changing my major. Originally when I departed for my abroad experience, I was a Pharmacy and Spanish major. When I returned to my university, I..."
Nic J Ohio Northern University
"Independence and a desire to see more of the world. I had traveled before, but it was a whole new experience. I really had time to enjoy the culture and I hope to see more of the people in this world and experience more cultures."
Brian L University of Nevada - Reno
"I learned a lot of French, I learned about French and European mentality, and I learned a bit about wine. It was absolutely worthwhile; I wouldn't trade my experience for anything. "
A student University of Maine at Orono
"I learned that I can be independent, and I mean truly independent. I go to college an hour away from home and with the same friends from high school, so this experience gave me the opportunity to branch out in a way I had never had to. I learned that it is important to try to things and open your mind to different perspectives...."
Kyra B University of Nevada - Reno
"It was the best decision I've ever made. I made friends for life, learned a ton about myself, and experienced so much. This program has a ton to offer!"
Sarah M University of Nevada - Reno
"It was absolutely worthwhile! Aside from learning German, a whole new language to me, I learned a lot about myself from being completely out of my comfort zone and facing a lot of new challenges"
Sarah M University of Nevada - Reno
"You can do anything you want. You heard it when you were young, you fought it against it when you got older, and then you go abroad and realize they weren't lying to you. You can do anything you want. It's such an amazing experience and an amazing place. It helped me to recognize the actual size of the world. Some problems, as..."
Lauren H University of Nevada - Reno
"My experience abroad was absolutely worthwhile. I gained a deep appreciation for communication, and I learned how to express myself in a foreign language. I also learned a lot about myself and gained a new sense of identity, especially in relation to independence and lifestyle choices. I feel like I acquired more tolerance and u..."
Jamie L Boise State University
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