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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 learned Spanish and all about how cultures change in different places. "
George A University of the Pacific
"My Japanese language ability grew a lot. I feel far more comfortable speaking Japanese. Beyond that it is hard to describe with words how rewarding, invigorating, and splendid it was to be a part of this program. I almost feel honored to have been able to take part. You really get to feel as if you are a student living in Japan...."
Amelia H Northern Arizona University
"My study abroad experience has been really good. There are a lot of things you learn about yourself with a different group of people. I'm definitely better at international interaction as well as interaction between different personalities. I have not changed my academic interests or future plans."
Julie S University of the Pacific
"It significantly improved my language skill and I gained friendships that have lasted."
Lindsey F University of Minnesota - Duluth
"Yes "
A student University of Nevada - Reno
"I had fun but wish that my program would have tried harder at making sure that the learning of the language was a priority for students who wanted it to be and made sure that there were resources to help them do so. "
Gabrielle W Western Washington University
"Being in China, which is proving to be a a big contender in the world market, has helped me understand the impact international relationships have on everyone economically, socially,religiously, etc. It has also helped me recognize myself has a world citizen and not just an American citizen. "
Yolanda A Goucher College
"China was awesome but I feel like I kind of wasted a semester. I love learning and I barely learned anything during the semester."
Rachel S Clemson University
"Chile was amazing. It impacted me in such a way that my future plans are now to get my ESL teaching certification and return to Santiago to teach English. "
Tonya S Berea College
"Chile was amazing. It impacted me in such a way that my future plans are now to get my ESL teaching certification and return to Santiago to teach English. "
A student
"Yes, it was a much needed brake from school. "
Ryan N University of the Pacific
"The USAC staff is amazing. They were here to help me out during any crisis or incident that occurred. "
Savannah W University of the Pacific
"YES IT WAS! I hope I could turn back time and do it all over again!"
Shirley C University of the Pacific
"This experience gave me time to really find out who I am and what value I hold dear. I have learned a lot about the spanish culture and other cultures as well. "
Matthew S University of the Pacific
"The most worthwhile thing I have ever done in my life. Without a doubt. "
Jane F University of the Pacific
"YES. This experience has truly helped me grow as a person and grow in my language skills. I now know what I want to do with my life and where I want to do it. "
Kyle T University of the Pacific
"First of all, it improved my language capabilities tremendously. Secondly, it forced me out of my comfort zone and into a new world. This was uncomfortable and a little shocking at first, but I kept an open mind, a positive attitude and discussed my feelings with other students. It's important to remember that everyone is exper..."
Kristen M University of North Carolina - Charlotte
"I liked it. It made me a better person. I'm not sure what else I can say. The only way to know what it's like is to just do it. So do it."
Jedediah M University of Idaho
"I loved it!"
G G University of Nevada – Las Vegas
"This was the most worthwhile experience of my life. My entire outlook on life has changed. I will continue studying Spanish until I am fluent and I also want to travel to more Spanish-speaking countries and experience the culture in as many of them as I can. "
Tonya S Berea College
"I was able to perfect my German speaking ability, writing comprehension, and confidence in language"
Charlotte K Goucher College
"Most definitely."
Kolton M Northern Arizona University
"I gained a greater understanding of the world, the Spanish language and culture and myself. I really wanted to double major in Spanish after this, but my school doesn't offer it so I will be doing some independent learning."
Margaret B Michigan Technological University
"YES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!"
Helen B University of Maine at Orono
"Yes."
Christina K Goucher College
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