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Study abroad can be one of the most rewarding experiences of a student’s life. Experiencing another culture and language and seeing an unknown part of the world while gaining a new perspective on an area of study can be life changing. Equally importantly, students can gain a new perspective on the United States by seeing it from a foreign vantage point. And without question, students will gain insight into their studies at Purchase College. In addition, experience abroad may open new and unexpected doors upon graduation and thereafter.
On campus, visit the study abroad office on the second floor of the Student Services Building to research options available around the world, or attend the study abroad fair in the fall or one of our information sessions. We would be happy to advise you, make recommendations and help you plan for your sojourn abroad. You may also contact International Programs and Services on the Purchase College campus for more information at study.abroad@purchase.edu.
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No important dates configured."Absolutely. It was hard at times but it was extremely rewarding and I saw so many things abroad. It very surreal."
samantha v SUNY Purchase
"So far, best experience of my life. I would have never had the chance to travel as much as I did if I didn't go abroad. "
Lena P SUNY Purchase
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Tarryn O SUNY Purchase
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Colleen W SUNY Purchase
"Yes, beyond measure. "
Jesse B SUNY Purchase
"Yes. I learned that I am much braver than I give myself credit for and I learned how to function on my own."
Jennifer O SUNY Purchase
"My primary goal in traveling to Japan for a semester was to test my own ability to immerse myself in a completely different culture and language. Overall, I succeeded in doing so. I learned a great deal and really, truly enjoyed my five months in Japan. My experiences contributed greatly to my study of Asian History and Politica..."
Fernando G SUNY Purchase
"It was an amazing experience regardless of the program's shortcomings. I fell in love with the country and the people. I felt like a better version of myself when I was there and was more engaged with things I normally wouldn't have found interest in in America (ie. hiking, spontaneous explorations). While I committed to startin..."
Hannah G SUNY Purchase
"I wouldnt have traded it for anything. the only thing i regret is that i am not still there. I got the travel bug and now know the incredible experiences i have yet to have. "
Rose R SUNY Purchase
"I found that many times I was automatically judged based on where I was from. My experience made me realize how important it is to communicate and learn from people from other countries. It is important to see how other countries tackle their problems and how other countries view how the Unites States tackles its problems. This..."
Pam F SUNY Purchase
"I learned how to meet new people in a place where I knew absolutely no one, and that is something I know I will live with for the rest of my life. I taught myself how to get around foreign countries armed with only a map, and I learned a lot about myself in the meantime. "
Christie D SUNY Purchase
"I fell in love with a country, it's language, and it's people. They will all follow and influence me for the rest of my life, and that is something I wouldn't trade anything for. The experience was amazing, and I'm SO GLAD I did it :)"
Jean H SUNY Purchase
"It was worthwhile. I had a wonderful experience. I learned about a different culture, which was much different than I had originally expected. "
Molly B SUNY Purchase
"I learned how to rely on myself and open up my world to others and learn and respect their cultures. I was able to practice my spanish on an everyday basis and I realized more clearly what I might be interested in persuing in the future."
Nicole L SUNY Purchase
"This trip was definitley life changing. It opened up my eyes to new cultures and different lifestyles. I got to travel to Madrid, Paris, and London and now I want to travel to as many places as I can. This experience was so rewarding and I can't imagine my life having not studied abroad."
Katie S SUNY Purchase
"My study abroad experience was definitely worthwhile. I gained so much from this experience and it will definitely be something which I will never forget. I learned so much about the world around me as well as myself. I had never been surrounded by so many people from different parts of the world. It was so incredible and def..."
Tara C SUNY Purchase
"My study abroad experience was so worthwhile. I learned so much from this one experience. I grew up a lot and learn to do things for myself, like make travel plans, how to spend money and fund myself. I became a lot more patient and laid back. I learned not to have expectations and to go into everything with an open mind. I lear..."
Elyssa S SUNY Purchase
"Yes I learned a lot about myself , the way in which others view me and my county. "
Christine E SUNY Purchase
"This experience completely opened my eyes to a world of possibilities. I returned with a love of Spain and Spanish people and culture, and a new perspective and love for my own country. I was able to achieve a lifelong goal of being able to speak another language on a conversational level, and now I am strongly considering a car..."
Skye M SUNY Purchase
"The University of Edinburgh provided a great experience by allowing you to determine what you wished to do while abroad. You were allowed to be as involved or uninvolved in the University activities and they put you in housing with local students. My involvement in this experience has certainly changed my perspective on life, ..."
Keith H SUNY Purchase
"Because of this experience I have a better knowledge of people as a whole. It opened my eyes to how Americans are perceived in other countries and how different cultures work. "
Alison H SUNY Purchase
"It has changed me in that I know before I go to grad school I will spend some more time abroad."
Naome J SUNY Purchase
"Of course it was worthwhile!! I am impressed with how well I adapted to a new culture and how readily I accepted what came to me. I came to live a different life style, that was completely different than mine. Living this way showed me that everyone's way of life is different and right for that group of people, or even individua..."
Emily C SUNY Purchase
"It was worthwhile to be able to live in a different country for an extended period of time- the idea of "study abroad" was more or less a vehicle to allow such to happen... which may or may not be the general focus of these programs "
Alex M SUNY Purchase
"I'm on the fence about if it was worthwhile. I'm glad I got the experience of Europe, forced myself to be disconnected from home for a while, and got to focus on painting so much, but socially and emotionally I felt trapped and this was very hard for me to get through. I would have preferred to be stationed in a foreign city, wh..."
Jennifer H SUNY Purchase
