Brigham Young University
University Information
BYU International Study Programs (ISP) offers varied types of experiences abroad in an effort to meet the diverse needs and goals of students. We offer four main types of programs:
• Study Abroad: A group of students live together and are led by on-site BYU faculty.
• International Internship: This is an independent, work-oriented experience. (BYU students only.)
• Direct Enrollment (Student Exchange): A student enrolls at a contracted university overseas while paying only BYU tuition. (BYU students only.)
• Field School: This is a hands-on research-based cohort experience abroad.
For more information, visit our website at kennedy.byu.edu/isp.
Important Dates and Deadlines
Most program deadlines are 6-8 months before the departure date.
"Living in Italy for a semester has impacted my life in so many ways. I have a greater understanding and love for the world and its people. I have come to know and love Italian culture and the Italian people have taught me to be more loving and appreciate life more. This semester will impact me for the rest of my life and continu..."
A student Brigham Young University
"I learned all about European History and was able to visit the actual sites i was learning about. Very worth it. "
alex o Brigham Young University
"I learned a lot from this experience, honestly too much to explain coherently. Was it worthwhile? Absolutely."
Danielle S Brigham Young University
"I learned so much, about myself and about the world. It was definitely worthwhile, and I enjoyed every moment."
ksobryant Brigham Young University
"It was absolutely worthwhile! I can't even begin to list what I learned abroad. History really did come to life for me over there; I especially gained respect for those who fought in the wars. Just seeing all the destruction that was around the city left over from WWII gave me chills. "
kami.slezak Brigham Young University
"It was absolutely worthwhile. I gained a much better perspective of the world around me. London is a vibrant mesh of everything. There is so much history and culture there."
A student Brigham Young University
"I learned more about myself than anything French related, and then add how much French I learned while I was there and it was definitely worthwhile. "
Heather V Brigham Young University
"I learned so much about myself on study abroad and how I interact with others. I found independence and the courage to be my own person and explore "
Kate M Brigham Young University
"Romania was SO worthwhile! I learned so much from the people, especially the kids, that I worked with, and I loved being in a program that focused so much on service. "
A student Brigham Young University
"I learned a lot about culture and about myself. If you don't CHOOSE to get out and do what you want, you'll run out of time. Now that I understand more of the language and more about the culture, I'd be able to communicate better and not have people afraid to talk to me because they fear they won't understand me..."
kaitlyn.dixon2 Brigham Young University
"I learned how important it is for children to have parents or a guardian be there to provide the necessary developmental progression that a child needs. For example, children need stimulation in their brain that many of the kids we worked with were not getting. Most of this stimulation can occur simply by giving the child attent..."
A student Brigham Young University
"I grew in maturity quite a bit. I also learned how to get along in very close proximity with a lot of people who I never would have met otherwise. I learned how to travel well and I gained a lot of insight into the lives of the locals in London."
jane.white.961556 Brigham Young University
"I learned that I can and need to serve. I learned that interacting with people allows you to love, learn and grow. It was definitely worthwhile."
A student Brigham Young University
"This was the most incredible experience I have ever had. I learned about people living a different way than I do and learning to see the good in their culture and the good in mine in different ways. I am more able to understand my native culture now that I saw theirs. I loved living somewhere rather than just being a tourist. I ..."
A student Brigham Young University
"This internship taught me so much about what truly is important in this life. I learned more in Romania in 3 months than I have in my 3 years of college. It was definitely worthwhile."
Amanda S Brigham Young University
"The cultural experience was amazing and I would go to Italy again in a heartbeat."
A student Brigham Young University
"I really learned how to adapt to different cultures and a new country. It was the most wonderful thing in my life, and I know that this experience will help me in the future."
Olivia R Brigham Young University
"Absolutely! I learned so much about another culture, myself, the Middle East and Arabic"
A student Brigham Young University
"I learned how to speak and read Arabic fluently. "
My Favorite Woods Brigham Young University
"I learned so much about the world, my country, their country, and myself. I wouldn't trade what I experienced for the world. I love the people that I met and what I learned from them. It made me appreciate my life and country so much more but also taught me that I can learn from everything around me. "
A student Brigham Young University
"It was very worthwhile. I gained knowledge of history, culture, customs, and most of all language. My eyes were opened to the experience of millions of people who live in a very different way than I am accustomed to. I gained empathy, and patience with others."
Miranda J Brigham Young University
"What didn't I gain? I gained a greater sense of independence and confidence. I learned to love Italian culture so much. I also gained a great appreciation of art. I also learned how much more important quality is than quantity. For me the biggest thing was learning to appreciate the little things. In Italy you really slow down a..."
katie.francom.1 Brigham Young University
"I learned an incredible amount about france, the culture, and even the language. What I learned is invaluable and I am very grateful I went. I would consider it worthwhile. However, as I said, I learned a lot of what I did on my own, and I would have liked to have had a program structured around learning language AS WELL as hist..."
noah v Brigham Young University
"Language improved immensely, definitely."
Makena B Brigham Young University
"International Marketing knowledge Figuring out how to get around in other countries Learned how to have fun and made best friends with people who were complete strangers at first"
celeste.lindeman Brigham Young University
