Austin College
University Information
Austin College's Center for Global Learning facilitates Semester Abroad Studies and JanTerms. If a student would like to spend a semester abroad with Austin College, the he/she should stop by our office (Wright Campus Center #204) to begin the process. It is extremely important to go through the process in the office, otherwise the College will be unable to send the student's financial aid to the program and the student will need to withdraw from Austin College during their semester or year abroad. The Center's goal is to make each student's experience abroad a meaningful and engaging experience. In order for that to happen, students are required to go through the process in place at the Center.
We look forward to working with you and please read about other student's reviews and experiences at the different programs and locations that can be found at Abroad101.
Important Dates and Deadlines
As of right now, there are no firm deadlines in place for you to complete the Abroad101 Survey. However, before we can post your transcript from your sojourn abroad, you must complete the Abroad101 Survey and interview with the director (Truett Cates).
Thank you very much for your help and cooperation with this. We look forward to hearing about your time and experiences abroad!
"I learned so much about myself, my studies, and the differences and similarities between American culture and British culture. I was enrolled in the chemistry department, so I was able to compare different learning styles in my concentration of study, which was a really rewarding experience. I loved living in London and going ..."
A student Austin College
"I learned so much about myself and how to get to know others. I could go on for pages about what I've learned, and it was one of the most worthwhile experiences of my life. I can't believe that it all actually happened - I met so many great people and had the best time in an extraordinarily gorgeous country - I feel like it was ..."
Jamie W Austin College
"I gained social skills, a sense of self-worth and self-appreciation. Most importantly I found the most amazing friends ever!"
Huma B Austin College
"It's hard to put it all down in writing, but in short I realized that there's a lot more to this world than the Texas bubble that I've lived in. I learned that we shouldn't take for granted all that the world has to show us, and that if ever offered the opportunity to explore it again, I would take it with no questions asked. Al..."
Alejandrina O Austin College
"I reaffirmed my goal to be an artist. I learned how to achieve that goal. "
Mario A Austin College
"I think one of the most important things I learned while being abroad in India was to always look to broaden your perspective on life, there will always be a positive lesson to be found if you are willing to dig deep enough and to allow yourself to get lost in the experience. "
Lexi L Austin College
"I learned more than I thought I could about African wildlife and ecosystems, issues in the ecosystems, and how to be independent and accomplish important research projects. Not to mention what I learned about myself as a person... priceless! "
Kris T Austin College
"I learned to check my privilege and to get outside of what I deemed my comfort zone "
A student Austin College
"It was certainly worthwhile. My German improved, I met some great people, and I learned a good deal about the German culture"
A student Austin College
"I learned a lot about myself, American & French culture, independence, and how to achieve goals. I also got to co-present a painting to the public at an event called "Nocturne du Louvre"with another student at the Louvre"
David S Austin College
"I learned so much about the locals and culture. But I really learned a lot about myself, as far as my strengths and weaknesses go. Being outside of your comfort zone forces you to confront those issues head on. "
Shelbie M Austin College
"I gained an appreciation of the Welsh language and culture and was inspired to write my honors thesis on a very Welsh subject - Dewi Sant. It was worthwhile, but I was disappointed by the lack communication and lack of recognition of my Study Abroad status by the University. There were some issues with the lecturers as well; one..."
erstanton10 Austin College
"among other things, I gained the ability to find my limits and surpass them. It was definitely worthwhile, and i can say that my only regret is that i didn't stay longer, and maybe even forever."
A student Austin College
"I gained independence and more confidence in myself. It was much more than worthwhile"
Savohna B Austin College
"I discovered what makes me happy and how importance my happiness is to me. I discovered a way of life that was very different to that in the U.S. and that I like a lot more. "
A student Austin College
"I learned how to adapted to foreign costumes and embrace them."
michael Travis G Austin College
"I gained the experience of sharing my passion for film and stunt work with many people from other cultures."
dave.burford.3 Austin College
"While being abroad I learned a lot about myself and who I really am. By being able to work in a classroom with students once a week I was able to see what it was like to be a real classroom teacher. I loved getting to compare the educational system set up in Northern Ireland and the one in America. Just from my experiences at th..."
A student Austin College
"This was a bad choice for my personal circumstances and preferences."
Phoebe W Austin College
"I learned how to be on my own and I learned how to work with being uncomfortable a lot of the time. It was definitely worthwhile."
A student Austin College
"I gained great culture experience. Belfast is a great place."
jason.c.poole.3 Austin College
"I learned that I take so many things for granted at home. These people take for granted that they live next door to some of the greatest monuments in the world and that they are surrounded by history. I thought that my family was annoying and that my friends weren't all that great, but i know now that I need them and that I coul..."
Whitney R Austin College
"I learned a new language, a culture, a ton about myself, adaptibility skills and much more. It was VERY worth it!"
A student Austin College
"My semester abroad was the most worthwhile experience I've ever had. I would do it again in a heartbeat. I learned more about myself and who I am than I ever thought I could in a mere 4 months. Most of my learning was done outside the classroom."
A student Austin College
"Made me more confident"
Adrian R Austin College
