The College of New Jersey
University Information
The College of New Jersey, abbreviated TCNJ, is a public, coeducational university located in the Trenton suburb of Ewing Township, New Jersey, United States. TCNJ was established in 1855 by an act of the New Jersey Legislature.
Below you will find study abroad reviews from students at The College of New Jersey. We hope you will find these helpful in your search for options in education abroad. If you are a TCNJ student, please check with the Center for Global Engagement for guidelines on enrolling in a study abroad program and receiving credit for your study abroad experience. If your university has listed recommended programs below, please consider them first and contact any of the program providers referenced in the reviews listed below for more information.
Important Dates and Deadlines
September 12 - Study Abroad Fair (Alumni Grove, between Library and Eickhoff)
September 21 - Application Deadline for Spring
October 10 - Faculty-Led Program Fair, Brower Student Center
November 14 - Int'l Ed Week Study Abroad Fair, Brower Student Center
February 25 - Application Deadline for Summer, Fall, and Academic Year
"I gained how to travel on my own and to communicate with people even though we speak two different languages"
JP Kelly The College of New Jersey
"Studying abroad has enabled me to become more independent and adaptable. At first, it is a little frightening traveling across the globe by yourself, but as I have seen, you adapt quickly. Within two weeks, I made a great friend group and we all helped each other with everything (They became my little family away from home). I d..."
A student The College of New Jersey
"I learned how to immerse myself in different cultures, especially German. The world is so much bigger than what you hear back home."
Sarah Armstrong The College of New Jersey
"I learned to be more confident in myself and I learned to be more independent."
Tara O'Connor The College of New Jersey
"It was absolutely worthwhile and I gained so much I don't know where to begin because living in another country gave me a new perspective about how other people live, encouraged me to travel more and of course transformed my Spanish language skills. "
A student The College of New Jersey
"The experience was definitely worthwhile. I gained a new confidence in myself, I learned how to adapt, and I learned how to deal with living with difficult people. I also have a whole new appreciation for home and being close to my family. "
Meghan Bedard The College of New Jersey
"when you try to communicate with locals in german, when you travel by yourself in another strange country, when you stay with your fellow classmats. You will find you are much more stronger than when you come."
JIACHEN CHEN The College of New Jersey
"I gained confidence in skills I hadn't developed prior to this--specially in my ability to get around easily, navigate uncomfortable or unfamiliar spaces, and problem solve travel issues."
A student The College of New Jersey
"A lot of self-confidence "
Sean Cuddy The College of New Jersey
"It was a amazing study abroad that allowed me to more fluently merge my german and american culture together"
Myles Stokes The College of New Jersey
"Independence"
Molly Muha The College of New Jersey
"I loved Oxford Uni and the faculty there. The city and university staff did their job, but the private organization OSAP failed on numerous obligations."
A student The College of New Jersey
"I enjoyed meeting new people with different perspectives. It was for sure worthwhile. I traveled a lot while here for cheap as well. "
Jennifer T McGrogan The College of New Jersey
"Yes it was worthwhile. I learned some of the german language and was immersed in the culture."
A student The College of New Jersey
"Many new memories and friends. "
Rachel Roby The College of New Jersey
"About myself "
Alex Crane The College of New Jersey
"I learned independence, and it was something that I didn't even realize I was missing before. "
A student The College of New Jersey
"I learned a lot about myself as a person and was able to make very good friends with the people I lived with, and I'm sure I'll keep in touch with them. It was everything and more I wanted from my study abroad experience."
Grace Holzmann The College of New Jersey
"I learned how to be independent and learned a lot about myself. Being thrown into stressful situations helps you grow mentally and you become more outgoing through meeting others and not being afraid to approach others. 100% worthwhile!"
Kaitlyn The College of New Jersey
"Independence, patience, and amazing travel experiences I'll never forget. "
A student The College of New Jersey
"I learned a lot about myself while studying abroad. Studying abroad has challenged to get out of my comfort zone. It has led me to be more confident in my decisions. It finally has let me enjoy and appreciated different cultures from my own. "
A student The College of New Jersey
"I learned to adapt to new surroundings, while gaining confidence and independence. I was able to see so many new countries and cultures."
19kc98 The College of New Jersey
"Independence, friendships, travelling experiences"
A student The College of New Jersey
"Because I traveled so much before, I really have not learned much. The one thing I would have learned is German culture, but I had limited exposure so not as much as I would've liked"
Suhana Chowdhry The College of New Jersey
"It was worthwhile. I gained confidence, leadership skills, and more."
Danielle Han The College of New Jersey