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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
"I really liked seeing how life was in south america. Also I now know spanish."
A student University of Maine at Orono
"The first reason it was worthwhile was because I learned so much Spanish. The second, because I had never lived outside of Maine and it was amazing to see how other people live. And thirdly, I was becoming bored of UMaine and almost regretting my choice to come here but going away made me appreciate where I am from so much more...."
A student University of Maine at Orono
"I gained the ability to not be so stressed and have a slightly more laid-back lifestyle, as is of Australia."
A student University of Maine at Orono
"That I wanted to do it again! It was definitely worthwhile."
Grace D University of Maine at Orono
"Studying in Shanghai was amazing and completely worthwhile. My Chinese improved substantially, and I made friends all over China as well as America that I plan to stay in touch with my whole life."
Daniel B University of Maine at Orono
"I learned a lot about myself and gained a lot of independence. I greatly improved my Spanish skills and developed a home in the Basque Country. It was definitely worthwhile."
Katie R University of North Dakota
"It was very worthwhile, I feel like New Zealand is a part of me now. I learned and gained so much knowledge and experience of their culture that I won't forget."
Rosie V University of Maine at Orono
"Definitely worthwhile! My second language is getting amazing and I learned that not everyone lives like I do in the USA and it helps me learn to adapt to new things quicker than I ever did"
Jennifer B University of Texas - Arlington
"I want to travel more and learn more languages by integration. "
A student Western Washington University
"a deeper understanding of the importance of family, more respect for other cultures, patience, how to travel light (haha), how to cook basque food, learned more about myself, and so much more..... YES! everyone should study abroad."
alyssa.hurtt University of North Dakota
"In the end it was worth every penny that I spent. I am now friends with many Americans across the U.S. I am more global aware of economical and political issues, as well as I'm more aware of what people in Europe like/dislike."
A student University of Texas - Arlington
"I gained courage and confidence that I can find my way home - even in a foreign country where I don't know the language. I also had a wonderful cultural immersion."
A student University of Texas - Arlington
"International perspective"
Peter P Western Washington University
"I gained so much confidence in myself and learned so much more about the Italian culture. It was definitely worthwhile!"
A student California State University - Stanislaus
"I gained so much from this experience. I met friends that quickly became my family. The staff in Bilbao was a dream to work with and helped with anything I ever needed. They are so friendly and my second family. I met local friends and families that i will never forget and still keep in touch with. I was able to travel to mult..."
A student University of North Dakota
"I gained an open mind and a new attitude towards certain things. It was definitely worthwhile. "
Rachel_380 Illinois State University
"better understanding of the culture and stronger language skills"
shannon t SUNY - College at Old Westbury
"It was completely worthwhile. I learned how to live on my own and improved my spanish. "
Antoinette L University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
"I learned a lot about myself and the potential i posses to live on my own in a foreign country. It was worth while and would repeat this experience any day."
Claudia O University of the Pacific
"Language skills improved a lot and I learned to be more open minded. Yes, it was worthwhile."
A student University of North Dakota
"I learned a lot about myself and about culture in general. "
Paul C University of North Dakota
"...........I think so. "
A student University of North Dakota
"I gained a more culturally diverse perspective on politics and how the world works. I met the most spectacular people, and will have life long friends from around the world. I wouldn't take back a single euro spent, pint drank, or trip taken."
Mercedes M University of North Dakota
"It was amazing. I learned so much. I've matured. It was the best four months of my life, and I wouldn't change a thing. I will remember my time abroad for the rest of my life!!"
Meg B Youngstown State University
"ABSOLUTELY! I experienced a different culture, and was able to learn so many things about Italian culture first hand. I met so many fantastic people that aided to my experience while abroad. Traveling around in Europe is something I will never forget. Torino will forever have a special place in my heart. "
Chelsea H University of North Dakota
USAC: Abroad101 Study Abroad Rankings Winner
