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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
"It was worth every penny. I learned to be more outgoing and to speak up more"
A student University of North Dakota
"Made lifelong friends in a foreign place, learned about myself and how to adapt to a new culture, language and a way of life. Was able to step outside my comfort zone and of course travel the world which made this whole experience worthwhile. "
Vishruti P University of the Pacific
"I learned so much about myself, about what it means to be American, about what it means to travel and engage in other cultures. I can communicate and make friends in a second language. This was the most influential semester of my life! To anyone on the fence... GO!"
Emily B Loyola University Chicago
"I learned a ton of Spanish, have a handful of Spanish friends, searched for myself a bit, and it was very worthwhile."
Zak S Mount Union College
"Gained traveling experience, the opportunity to step into so many different cultures, and yes it was worthwhile. "
A student University of the Pacific
"Gained a lot of cultural and language knowledge-worthwhile "
A student University of North Dakota
"I gained a better understanding of how well I can live without the support system I am used to."
Courtney F University of the Pacific
"I made life-long friends that I am always going to keep in contact with. It was definitely worthwhile. "
A student University of the Pacific
"I learned a lot about myself and I met so many incredible people. It was worthwhile but at times, it was also a huge struggle. "
A student University of the Pacific
"My study abroad experience was extraordinary! I learned so much about cultural differences and tolerance. Also, the society that I lived in held strong morals and values and made me want to become a better person as well. My experience abroad was well worth every struggle I initially had and I would encourage any one to do it as..."
A student University of the Pacific
"I learned so much about different cultures and I greatly improved my Spanish. It's definitely worthwhile!"
Laura K California State University - Humboldt State University
"New perspectives and cultural awareness. Definitely traveled to a lot of places I always wanted to see."
Victor1 University of the Pacific
"absolutely!!! best choice of my life, the money is worth it... i feel comfortable speaking italian now, have tons new friends, and a whole new outlook on the world and my future. i know it will be a huge help when i go to lool for a job"
M L University of Nevada - Reno
"I learned that I am very strongly rooted in American values, but I also learned to be patient with other kinds of people."
Amanda D University of the Pacific
"I greatly improved my French, I made lifelong friends, I learned a lot about myself and had an amazingly fun time doing it. I would trade the experience for nothing... it was incredibly worthwhile!"
Jillian H University of the Pacific
"I have learned a lot about myself, the negatives and the positives. I had no idea what I was doing when I first decided to go abroad but as the first month went by I realized that I signed myself up for one of the greatest experiences in my life."
John K University of the Pacific
"Just reaffirmed them."
Victor C University of the Pacific
"I learned what is truly important to me and gained some insight on how to live my life so that I am a happier person overall!"
A student
"It has made me more open to work abroad, particularly if it were a humanitarian organization. "
Craig T University of Maine at Orono
"I gained a further appreciation for East Asian cultures which could not be imparted through classes or study. Seoul wasn't my first choice for studying abroad, but if I could go back and change to a program in Japan or Thailand, I wouldn't do it. I fell in love with Seoul and South Korea during my stay there, and now I'm plann..."
Ian A Western Washington University
"I never knew that the Basque culture existed before I went there. i admired the tenaciousness of the people. Before I went I figured after graduation it would be time to settle down and get a "big-girl" job but now all I want to do is go back to Spain! I would like to go back and teach."
Alison H University of Maine at Orono
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Pearl S Western Washington University
"I have no regrets and would love to do it again"
Anne H University of Southern Maine
"Completely worthwhile! The friendships I forged were incredibly deep and my eyes were opened to a variety of cultures. I now feel much more confident in my ability to handle the unexpected as well as a greater sense of agency in my day to day life. In moving forward I'm also focusing on carrying over the patience as well as spon..."
Marielle L The College of William and Mary
"I fell in love with Ireland and I hope to go back as often as I can in the future!"
becca m Western Washington University
USAC: Abroad101 Study Abroad Rankings Winner
