Salem State University
University Information
Study Abroad is an opportunity for Salem State University students to experience another culture by studying at a foreign institution for a semester, year, or summer. Life in another country will broaden your understanding of the language, people and the educational and social systems of a different world region.
We work with program providers, as well as faculty led programs, that can take you anywhere in the world!
The Study Abroad Office is located at the Center for International Education, Sullivan Building room 114. For more information go to our website, call us at 978-542-7105 or email studyabroad@salemstate.edu.
Important Dates and Deadlines
Wednesday, September 21st, 10am-2pm - Study Abroad Fair on Alumni Plaza
"I gained memories from amazing people I'll keep in touch with, been to places i never thought I'd go, never felt so free before, out of my element, so in love with this world...worthwhile doesn't even begin to cover it."
A student Salem State College
"I learned that I am able to adjust to just about any situation. I gained a greater understanding of Irish culture and had the opportunity to see Ireland as well as England, Scotland, and France. "
A student Salem State College
"How to be more independent and that I can throw myself into unknown situations and can succeed in them. "
Nicole M Salem State College
"I'm going back to Spain for a gap year before law school....I can't get enough. I'll let the reader of this survey deduce if this experience is awesome or not...."
melissa.carella.9 Salem State College
"During my time abroad I gain vital knowledge that will help me pursue my career as a history teacher through the various courses that I took. Also I gained a better understanding of myself and realized that I could survive on my own anywhere my life could bring me. Over all the experience was very much worth it and I would do it..."
Kathryn T Salem State College
"A helpful education and a great group of friends. It was definitely worth it."
A student Salem State College
"I gained a better understanding about Islam. It was worthwhile."
A student Salem State College
"I never realized how much I like travel. I plan to travel again for a year or so once I graduate."
A student Salem State College
"I know I want to travel more and I even have been thinking about teaching English as a second language in a spanish speaking country. Hopefully back in Costa Rica!!!"
Keeley C Salem State College
"I learned how beautiful the world can be. I missed my family but i feel like I made a family in Costa Rica as well. I grew up and matured all from opening myself up to the unknown. It's a hard lesson and one that i have yet to complete, but that's life."
Evangelia V Salem State College
"Totally worthwhile. I've gained so much more confidence in my language skills and in myself. "
Bianca C Salem State College
"So much and I would do this all over again!!"
A student Salem State University
"once in a life time experiences, it was more than worth it"
A student Salem State College
"to study abroad in greece is the best decision i have ever made. this experience will shape the rest of my life."
Coral S Salem State College
"I learned so much about myself thanks to my study abroad experience. I feel like I can become a better person because of it. Because Doha is a bit more conservative from where I am from, I will try and be more modest when it comes to how and dress and speak to people. My time in Doha reassured that I am in the right major. I wou..."
Sarah L Salem State College
"Honestly, there seems like there was more negative than positive, however this experience was the most positive experience I have ever encountered. I learned so much about myself and was always pushing myself which was a great outcome. This was one of the hardest things I have ever done but I do not regret studying abroad it all..."
Elizabeth H Salem State College
"Very worthwile! If I had to do it over again, I don't think I would change anything. It definetely increased my cultural awareness because I met people from all over the place."
Conor F Salem State College
"I learned a lot about the culture. It opened my eyes for cultural competence."
Johanna V Salem State College
"I would pick a different program but i wouldnt change my experience in Japan. it was incredible to say the least."
Gilbert G Salem State College
"It has most certainly impacted my cultural awareness of other people, and how different and yet similar they are to people here in the USA. That kind of understanding (which I know I could glean more of,) can't be obtained in a classroom or through a film of someone else's adventures. The best way to learn is to experience somet..."
Sarah T Salem State College
"Absolutely worthwhile! I gained international and independence experience as well as lifelong friends. "
Yanique S Salem State College
"I learned things I never would have realized back at home. Getting out of your comfort zone and diving headfirst into a place where cultural rapids collide cannot be described simply in a sentence, or even a novel. It is an experience, first and foremost. One learns about themselves while also learning about others simultaneousl..."
Sarah T Salem State College
"Yes"
Daniel G Salem State College
"I definitely plan on going back to Galway... a lot!"
Mary W Salem State College
"I met the most amazing people while I was away. Don't be afraid to talk to anyone the people I met changed my outlook on life and were amazing. You need to travel while your abroad don't just stay in your host country!"
Shantel H Salem State College
