Point Loma Nazarene University
University Information
PLNU offers study abroad programs in 50 different countries and on every continent excluding Anartica. You can receive class credit, pay tuition comparable to or cheaper than PLNU, and use financial aid while abroad. Stop by the Office of Global Studies at our info sessions, occurring everyday at 4 p.m. When you return, we offer debrief sessions to help you process your experience.
Important Dates and Deadlines
Summer and Fall Deadline: April 15st
Spring Deadline: November 15st
"I learned to get outside my comfort zone even when I did not want to. It was worthwhile to try new things and take experiences back with me! "
Bridget Stephenson Point Loma Nazarene University
"I have nothing but amazing things to say about this program. Not only did it change my life, I had experiences and made friends that are incredible beyond words. CEA does an excellent job of preparing, hosting, and supporting your entire study abroad experience. From excursions to helpful staff members, loaning travel books and ..."
Eliza Jason Point Loma Nazarene University
"This experience actually helped me grow as an individual and gave me direction career wise. It was definitely worthwhile and I would do it al over again if I could. "
Molly Dexter Point Loma Nazarene University
"I gained a second family. I gained life-long friends. I gained a country as a second home. I gained confidence in myself, I learned that I am capable to travel alone in a super foreign country. I learned about the culture so deeply, and so personally, and gained a major appreciation and fondness for this country and these people..."
Rachel Devine Point Loma Nazarene University
"What a loaded question, to asked what I gained and learned... I learned how to meet new people with no assumptions about who they are, offering them a blank slate on which our friendship can begin. I now have renewed confidence in my ability to learn languages and speak with random people. It makes me wonder why I don't talk to ..."
A student Point Loma Nazarene University
"I learned so much not only about myself, but about other people. Now the world doesn't seem so big and strangers don't seem so strange. "
Elsa Z Point Loma Nazarene University
"The world is beautiful and there are many places to travel to with so much history and meaning. It was 100% worth it!"
Hilary Z Point Loma Nazarene University
"I am so glad i studied abroad and would do it all over again in a heartbeat. Not a day goes by that I don't think about my time in Australia. I gained a sense of independence and I no longer have any fear of the unknown. Globalinks was a huge factor in my amazing experience. "
candice d Point Loma Nazarene University
"Meeting a new breed of human. Was fun and interesting. "
rachelbarrrr Point Loma Nazarene University
"Yes. It helped me gain more independence and experience and appreciate and new and different culture. "
A student Point Loma Nazarene University
"It was absolutely worthwhile. I gained a global perspective. I learned what its like to be a foreigner in a new country. I learned whats its like to not be able to communicate to the people around you. I learned what its like to be part of a 'we' instead of an 'I'. I learned much more than what be put into words, but I know that..."
A student Point Loma Nazarene University
"being on my own, and knowing I can meet so many people!"
Campbell S Point Loma Nazarene University
"A self of independence and appreciation for other cultures and an increased knowledge of Spain, spanish culture and the language"
A student Point Loma Nazarene University
"I gained a new insight on the world. I have a much more broader thoughts and ideas on new cultures. I am more open to new ideas and different ways of doing things. Yes it was worth while!!!! I have grown so much personally as well. I am a more independent person. I can more easily take chances and adventure out on my own now. ..."
A student Point Loma Nazarene University
"This experience was probably the best decision I will make in my life. I gained and learned more than I can even fathom. In the most general sense, it broke down barriers I had that falsely had compartmentalized the regions of the world, in my mind, it also encouraged me to think in different ways, I learned that adjusting to ne..."
A student Point Loma Nazarene University
"Hard question, but yes of course it was worth while. Learned more about another culture, met some lifelong friends, and had a growing experience I won't forget."
A student Point Loma Nazarene University
"Much personal growth, as well as an understanding of the Spanish language. It was definitely worthwhile."
James V Point Loma Nazarene University
"I gained an open mind, patience, developed maturity, independence, responsibility, as well as personal develpoment."
Karina A Point Loma Nazarene University
"I grew as a person and learned alot about myself. As well I learned about another culture and how people on the other side of the world live. It was a worthwhile experience and I would recommend it to anyone considering studying abroad. "
Felipe E Point Loma Nazarene University
"I learned an incredible amount this semester, about Spanish, about the culture and history of Spain, about myself, about people in general, and about the world. I wouldn't trade it for anything, I would do it all over again in a heartbeat. "
A student Point Loma Nazarene University
"I learned a ton about myself and my Latin American roots. I found a whole new joy of using Spanish as much as English in conversation. Going abroad just made me want to do it again!!"
Alexandra P Point Loma Nazarene University
"Besides the cultural discrimination between the American students and coltish Convent life style, I made the most of my experience by doing the best to get to know the locals and understand their native culture. I also did things like, hiking, surfing, parceling, swimming with dolphins and seals, snorkeling, horseback riding, an..."
Monique B Point Loma Nazarene University
"Absolutely! One of the best decisions I've ever made."
Jonathan B Point Loma Nazarene University
"Yes! Going to Russia starched me in different ways. i learned to appreciate and value things that i already did at a new level. Found new respect for those who do not speak english, and brought personal growth in many levels."
Laurita T Point Loma Nazarene University
"Yes! Everything about studying abroad, even if it isn't perfect or the "time of your life" every second, is worth it. "
Emily J Point Loma Nazarene University