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
"A lot of cultural and problem solving knowledge obtained. Yes"
A student The College of New Jersey
"I grew so much more independent in my time abroad and was able to learn more about myself as a person. I would not change one thing about my time abroad. "
Sarah C The College of New Jersey
"I learned that I am capable of being independent and finding my groove in a foreign place, and that I can not only thrive but enjoy the rewarding yet challenging environment that living away from home presents. I am delighted to have lived for four months with new friends while navigating in a foreign language and learning abou..."
A student The College of New Jersey
"I gained the ability to adapt to other cultures. I was also forced to be more outgoing and fearless in the process in order to make friends and navigate to new places."
A student The College of New Jersey
"Yes, it was great. It was my first time living completely away from my family (I live at school, but close enough that I could go home if I need to), and I found that I had no problem with it. Going somewhere far away alone teaches you that you can be self reliant and do things on your own that you previously relied on others fo..."
A student The College of New Jersey
"I learned that it's easier to make a friend and be outgoing when the two of you speak different languages. There's something really exciting about two people working so hard to understand each other. Plus you already have something in common- you're both uncomfortable."
A student The College of New Jersey
"It is just so fascinating to realize not everyone around the world has the same mindset and experiences as you do as a native of Country X, Y or Z. My host grandpa lived through the Spanish Civil War, that's just crazy to hear him talk about a war and later a fascist dictatorship ravaging a Western country. The US is a relativ..."
Shane D The College of New Jersey
"While here, I learned a great deal about different education systems and the various differences between UK and US culture. I met so many people and made great friends in the process. It was certainly an experience I am glad I did."
A student The College of New Jersey
"yes people are very interested in different cultures unlike their own "
A student The College of New Jersey
"I gained a further degree of independence. It was incredibly worthwhile."
A student The College of New Jersey
"The best experience I have had in my twenty years alive. Extremely worthwhile. I gained a lot of independence and learned a new language, about a new culture and met so many people."
Abrar E The College of New Jersey
"It gave me a lot of confidence. I learned a lot about myself. Such as, I can make it through difficult situations. "
Renée M The College of New Jersey
"It was an extremely rewarding experience to study in Spain. Day to day being submersed in the language and culture I was able to better comprehend and become a part of the spanish way of life. I greatly increased my spanish speaking abilities and have had the incomparable experience of meeting many Europeans in my travels."
Christina G The College of New Jersey
"This program was absolutely worthwhile. I gained intercultural communication skills and improved my Spanish proficiency. Most importantly, I made local friends and became part of a beautiful Spanish family whom I have stayed in touch with."
A student The College of New Jersey
"Definitely worthwhile"
A student The College of New Jersey
"It was very fun and worthwhile, but I had a rough start. Traveling is the best part of my experience abroad."
Olivia B The College of New Jersey
"A lot of additional perspective. Learned a lot about myself"
Max B The College of New Jersey
"This was my first time studying abroad and it really taught me how to adapt to a new country and culture and be open minded. "
Angela A The College of New Jersey
"Living with a host family made me appreciate the real Spanish culture by living the daily routine, living in a small city forced me to speak the language which was my goal and the professors were some of the smartest people I have ever met, needless to say I learned so much from them. "
Kristin B The College of New Jersey
"I learned the importance of seeing things through different perspectives. I also got to see just how interconnected the worlds financial markets are by visiting the Frankfurt Stock Exchange and the Deutsche Bundesbank. My semester abroad was entirely worthwhile and I would do it again if I had the chance. "
ryan.penna1 The College of New Jersey
"It was absolutely worthwhile. There is a lot you learn about yourself during an experience like this, which for a lot of young adults helps shape who they want to be. "
Raquel S The College of New Jersey
"I learned a lot about myself and my ability to be on my own. I also learned a lot about others, and how to work with them in different situations. The experience was 110% worthwhile. If I could, I would do it again in a heartbeat. "
A student The College of New Jersey
"I became more independent than I had ever anticipated. I learned a bunch of new and exciting cultures, and met so many incredible people. It was the most worthwhile experience I have had thus far in my life. "
Radhika R The College of New Jersey
"You really get what you put into this experience. I was happy to travel, explore, and experience new things. I learned so much about the world and myself in the process. I have a new perspective on things. You make great friendships and amazing memories. Both of which will last you a lifetime."
tiffany.vu.7 The College of New Jersey
"not only did I get a chance to learn more about a new culture, I was able to improve my Arabic skills significantly "
neethi.vasudevan The College of New Jersey
