Barnard College
University Information
Barnard has a rich history and tradition of study abroad dating back to the 1930s. Today, students study abroad in more than 35 countries, from Australia to Tibet. This site details the opportunities available, online resources, and procedures to apply. Please review the information on the website before meeting with the Dean for Study Abroad.
One of the best ways to learn more about what study abroad can offer you academically and personally is from other Barnard students who have studied abroad or who are currently abroad. We invite you to link to reach out to Barnard students who have studied abroad to ask questions about their experience and research which program is right for you.
Important Dates and Deadlines
To learn about initial procedures, please visit https://barnard.edu/global/studyabroad
"I became comfortable in my independence. "
copenhagenabroad Barnard College
"I LOVE EDINBURGH. It is my favorite city right now. Every square inch is beautiful. It's fun and has a wide variety of old and young. I loved wandering around. I also loved getting into a new university system."
Augusta H Barnard College
"I already had a 2.5 year experience studying abroad in new york as a turkish student from istanbul thus Paris culture was not foreign to me. It was much more easier for me to adopt to the culture compared to the american culture. "
Ekin A Barnard College
"My language ability improved substantially, and I learned a lot about Italian culture, history, and literature. My program provided me with many opportunities to experience different aspects of Italian culture, and overall I had an amazing experience. "
Sarah D Barnard College
"Learned that I am a world traveler and meeting new people and exposure to new cultures and places is very important to me. Studying abroad was worthwhile. Being able to interact first-hand with a culture instead of reading about it is a phenomenal experience. "
A student Barnard College
"I've matured as a person, gained a profound love for a culture other than my own, and learned what I want my life to look like."
Jade B Barnard College
"I gained confidence in my academic abilities from studying at Oxford. I also made some amazing friends, one of whom is another student at Barnard whom I had not known previously."
Annie D Barnard College
"Learned about the Tibetan exile community from the inside. Met with important community members, lived with a host family, and learned Tibetan language. "
A student Barnard College
"I met a lot of different types of people, and that has made me even more accepting. I also feel that I understand another culture after living with my host family. I will always be in contact with them, and feel that I have a second home in Spain. I would study abroad again if I could! I absolutely loved it. My speaking skills h..."
A student Barnard College
"Travel was the best part. I've heard that said a lot by others. Note that most people have a hard time the first two months. I didn't have a great time in Dublin and that's partially my fault...I didn't try as hard as I should've to make friends. But the education was bad, local students either don't care much or dislike you pre..."
Laura A Barnard College
"I think that the most important lesson I learned was the importance of being confident and unafraid to reach out even if you know you may make a mistake. For the most part, people are very willing to chat and help you out. "
A student Barnard College
"It was positively amazing.I learned that I am in control of my own happiness and that there is a whole world out there beside america. I dont have to necessarily live in America when I am older. There are so many different cultures that are different but amazing at the same time but at the end of the day so many people have had ..."
Tatiana V Barnard College
"It was certainly worthwhile, in addition to learning a lot about Cuban culture, I learned so much about myself and what it means to be a foreigner in another land. I gained so much confidence and independence, which are both qualities I would say I had before as well, I definitely feel like a different person after coming back (..."
A student Barnard College
"Absolutely worthwhile!"
A student Barnard College
"I learned so much about Hong Kong and China- it was definitely worth it."
A student Barnard College
"It was very worthwhile. I learned how much to appreciate the education I receive at my university at home and I also was exposed to so many different cultures and learned how to live independently in another country which will be of use for the rest of my life. "
A student Barnard College
"I learned about Spanish culture and how to adapt to a different environment. I learned how to be independent and manage to travel around Europe. It was the best decision of my life. "
Alaine F Barnard College
"I became more independent. I couldn't always rely on others. I made it a point to step out of my comfort zone and I made great friends and have amazing experiences because of it. I highly highly recommend DIS for studying abroad! "
A student Barnard College
"I saw SO many different places, which inspired so many amazing discussion s among my peers and great ideas within me. The program is challenging in its constant travel and it demands your ultimate flexibility. I slept and lugged my bags on buses, trains, floors, airplanes, cabins, up stairs, through sand, and back again. But tho..."
Julia D Barnard College
"I gained so much that I can't really even put it into words, it was incredibly worthwhile. "
A student Barnard College
"worthwhile! what i learned is a bit ambiguous and hard to explain, but I definitely benefitted and grew."
Kiley S Barnard College
"Prague is a fantastic city, inexpensive and full of interesting places and people. I found that Prague was one of the places you had to work to feel comfortable. I really tried to find the places I liked best and it required some searching. It was very worthwhile."
A student Barnard College
"Yes it was worthwhile! While it was great having a program guide me through the integration and teach me what I learned in class, the most valuable experiences I had were outside the classroom, spending time immersed in the culture of my host country."
A student Barnard College
"I now have a very deep knowledge of the ancient history in and around Rome as well as making friends that will last me a lifetime. The entire group became very close both with each other and with the city in a way that would not be possible in any other program. I am so glad I went and was very sad to leave, but I know that th..."
A student Barnard College
"I improved my language skills and had an opportunity to learn how to live in a different culture on my own."
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