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The mission of the Study Abroad Office is to help prepare you for a journey of a lifetime! With over 60 different destinations to consider for your study abroad opportunity, there's a special place that will work for each and every one of you.
Study in English, or study in the native tongue of the country you select. Go for a year, a semester, a summer or a winter, but just GO! Take regular courses, participate in special programs, or intern in a variety of places, while earning University of Hartford credits. At the Study Abroad Office, we strive to answer all of your questions - including the ones you haven't even thought of yet!
The benefits of world travel are universal, no matter where you study. Inspiration can be found anywhere you go, whether it's in the architecture of castles and cathedrals, the wilderness of the Outback, the mountain ranges of Northern Italy or the local communities where you will stay for the duration of your experience.
Every destination will have a friendly and supportive program director or international office to guide you along the way, helping you achieve the most out of your time away. Each country, each city, and each university has its own distinctive character - something unique that will ultimately draw you to your best choice! So, let's get started by considering them all and begin exploring your future!
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Please visit https://www.hartford.edu/academics/study-abroad/ for more information.
"i gained my love for travel"
A student University of Hartford
"Don’t break your leg dancing in a nightclub cause it’s not fun!"
Bari G University of Hartford
"Tons of art, exploring, and cultural skills. Adaptability and understanding."
Samuel S University of Hartford
"yes, more art history "
Bailey R University of Hartford
"Definitely worthwhile. I learned that I am more responsible and able to travel on my own than I thought."
Magdelena G University of Hartford
"I gained more motivation to work on my art, and felt my art got better with this program "
James H University of Hartford
"I learned to be more outgoing, and I also learned how different the world is from each other, wether it be cultural differences or social norms. studying abroad is definitely worth it and I encourage students to have the same journey"
Destiny Weekes University of Hartford
"experience was extremely worthwhile, I cannot recommend the program enough. "
A student University of Hartford
"One thing that I gained from my experience abroad was how to live independently. I learned how to cook for myself and how to manage my own budget and time in a more concrete way than even living on my own at college in the US the not facilitate."
A student University of Hartford
"I learned a lot about art and the different lifestyle of Europeans. I believe the experience was invaluable."
A student University of Hartford
"Spending a semester abroad with UGA Cortona opened my eyes to the wonders of international living. Living atop a hill overlooking a breathtaking view itself made the semester all the more magical."
Trevor M University of Hartford
"it was extremely worthwhile and i made a lot of new friends and got to experience the local culture in the best way"
Chloe University of Hartford
"I got the see all the art I only saw on a screen in a classroom in real life. It was worthwhile."
A student University of Hartford
"I learned how to be totally independent and self reliant while abroad. I experienced what it was like to be an adult and making a life for myself with all the responsibilities and tasks that came with it. Despite any of the challenges I faced while adjusting and being alone, it was definitely worthwhile and would recommend it to..."
A student University of Hartford
"Way more independent life style as well as moving about in the country comfortably."
Jada University of Hartford
"I believe I gained a lot of independence and a much deeper appreciation for the world outside of the US. It was so worthwhile and was truly a big dream of mine fulfilled."
Joshua Budney University of Hartford
"I have never been out of the country before so I was able to experience a different culture for the first time and become fully immersed in it. I was able to see places and art pieces that I had always wanted to see."
A student University of Hartford
"I feel like as an American, you've grown up in a bubble essentially and leaving the country gave me the chance to reevaluate and shift my thinking, finally managing to see the world from an outside perspective. It was amazing and I will remember it for the rest of my life. It was definitely worth it. "
Sarah Miller University of Hartford
"getting to see all the paintings and sculptures that i had learned about in my art history classes since freshman year was an invaluable experience."
A student University of Hartford
"learned how to budget and talk to locals in Italian "
Treyquan Parks University of Hartford
"I learned a lot about independence and responsibility. It encouraged me that I could go anywhere in the world and be ok. I met so many new friends and experienced so many fun things that I never would have if I hadn't gone. "
A student University of Hartford
"I have been in America throughout the pandemic and getting this opportunity to visit Korea was a relief to me given all the stress and depression that came with the pandemic. Also going halfway across the world and seeing people who are not that different from you with your same concerns and opinions was very eying opening and s..."
Benedicta Kwarteng University of Hartford
"Before I say anything, I would definitely say that the experience abroad was worthwhile. I gained a new vast catalogue of visuals to use at my disposal, a collective of memorial experiences that I will carry with me for the rest of my life, and new profound sense of identity and purpose."
Anna Perry Blanco University of Hartford
"It pushes one to be more independent. Yes, it was worthwhile!"
David Vo Tran University of Hartford
"I gained confidence in myself "
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