Oberlin College
University Information
The Office of Study Away assists students in selecting appropriate study away programs, understanding the financial implications of studying away, and ensuring that credits earned away will transfer properly. Students interested in studying away for a semester or year can choose from Oberlin-sponsored programs, consortial programs, or over 90 affiliated programs. In addition, the office helps in the coordination of international group winter term projects.
Oberlin Students, please can read Oberlin College Study Away student reviews here, then refer to the college's web site for more details_
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A student Oberlin College
"I learned that I want to pursue environmental research after college and earn a Ph.D. I gained laboratory research and fieldwork experiences, which will help me when applying for future internships."
Caroline L Oberlin College
"I gained knowledge about a place and culture that I had not known a lot about before, greatly improved my language skills, made meaningful connections, and grew as an individual. "
Emma F Oberlin College
"This program was very different from a regular university experience. We were encouraged to treat the city of Geneva and other cities in Europe as our classrooms. The independent research component helped us utilize resources, both private and public, which further gave us a glimpse at post graduate or other research opportuniti..."
Abhisri N Oberlin College
"I learned so much about the political history and ongoing social justice efforts around Argentina. The other students were great, supportive and excited to explore the city together."
A student Oberlin College
"I was challenged academically and I gained a lot confidence in myself. We were given many opportunities to practice field techniques, and the various assignments throughout the semester helped prepare me for the Independent Study Project, which was the most challenging and rewarding academic experience I've ever had."
Ella H Oberlin College
"I learned how to navigate the fast-paced London and make friends with local people. "
Anjali Eichbaum Oberlin College
"It was an immensely worthwhile experience - the academics and field work placed within the cultural context of Patagonia provided a whole new approach and perspective to my biology and environmental studies education that I couldn't have experienced at my home institution. It was also awesome to watch myself grow into a stronger..."
Anna Bosco Oberlin College
" I experienced so much joy and a new found sense of independence while studying in Greece. My experience was cut short due to COVID-19, yet it was still truly a transformative once in a lifetime opportunity I will never forget."
Sheridan Oberlin College
"I learned the language, but I also learned a lot about myself, and what it means to be other, to be foreign. "
A student Oberlin College
"I learned how to travel on my own and be very independent. This experience was very worthwhile and I would absolutely recommend this program to anyone who wants to experience a new culture."
Sophia Musiak Oberlin College
"I learned that studying abroad is what you make it. The bonds and memories you make are entirely up to you and it is important to challenge yourself to make the most of such an incredibly unique opportunity. "
A student Oberlin College
"I really did improve my Arabic, and I got to know Jordanian culture pretty well I would say. But there were some trying times that were program specific and they did not make life under the pledge easier."
A student Oberlin College
"I learned a lot about the Spanish school system and culture and discovered it was more different than I'd originally expected. I also had the opportunity to go outside my comfort zone and be more independent. "
A student Oberlin College
"This program let me push myself out of my comfort zone while knowing there was always a group of students and staff to help me if I needed it. It was completely worthwhile. I learned about a new culture, improved my Spanish, and made new friends. "
A student Oberlin College
"I learned learned valuable language skills, and made a great deal of personal discoveries."
Katie H. Oberlin College
"I drastically improved my Spanish, made relationships with locals I will never forget, gained confidence, and learned a lot of amazing history!"
A student Oberlin College
"I learned how to manage my time effectively and how to be more present and living in the moment. Definitely would do again, more than worthwhile."
Lindsay Oberlin College
"Going into this semester I wanted to improve my Chinese, but even more than improving my linguistic and cultural competency I wanted to familiarize and humanize for myself a country which is poorly understood by Americans. I certainly made huge strides on language, but for all the knowledge and unforgettable experiences I gleane..."
Adam Work Oberlin College
"Study abroad does not have to be like this. My time would have been much better spent doing a different, more functional, study away program or not studying away at all. I thought this program would be a catalyst for my growth, however, being so controlled all the time caused me to atrophy on an academic and emotional level. "
Socrates Bassuk Oberlin College
"I learned that one of the best ways to grow as a student, traveler, and person in general is to challenge yourself and embrace discomfort. The experience went by very quickly, so it also taught me more how to live in the moment."
A student Oberlin College
"Absolutely! Besides the obvious, calculable improvement in my Chinese level, I have become more confidant in myself through this transformative experience. I have also gained friends and connections for life and experiences I will never forget. "
Kayla Seeger Oberlin College
"Yes, inarguably. My Russian is acceptable and I'm mainly free from worry."
A student Oberlin College
"I learned a lot more conversational Spanish, and how to adapt to new situations. I have always been very good at being alone and independent, but my semester in Córdoba reinforced that. It was worthwhile, but also pretty tiring and by the end I was very ready to leave. "
A student Oberlin College
"Beyond my language skills I gained a great deal of cultural knowledge. I also gained a great deal of confidence in public speaking, making new friends, and confronting uncomfortable situations (especially since I encountered them in a new language!)"
James Fleming Oberlin College
