University of South Dakota
University Information
USD Global Learning strives to offer students a wide variety of opportunities to explore the world, both domestically and internationally.
Studying away can be one of the most incredible and challenging experiences that you will ever have! Studying in another country allows you to learn about another culture, meet new friends, learn a different language, and learn a lot about yourself in the process. As the world gets smaller and smaller and the global economy continues to emerge, students today need experience in an international setting in order to succeed in today's world. Studying abroad can be a once in a lifetime experience that can help you succeed in the future.
Important Dates and Deadlines
1. Attend Global Learning 101
2. Meet with Coordinator for Global Learning (theworld@usd.edu)
3. Apply!
DEADLINES
February 16 - NSE for academic year
March 19 - summer and fall study abroad
October 15 - spring study abroad
4. Have the experience of a lifetime and come back and tell us about it on Abroad101.com
"I learned more about myself than I ever imagined. The relationships I formed while in Rome were incredible. The students in my program bonded so much that we are having a reunion in the US this summer. My outlook on life has changed so much, and I feel like a much more accepting and cultured person. I'm even planning on moving t..."
Rachel M University of South Dakota
"Studying abroad was absolutely worth it. As a result I have now returned to South America less than a year later to be a teacher in Santiago, Chile. Even though I had never been to Chile before, I felt well prepared because I had a great overall understanding of Latin American culture. Studying abroad was one of the best decisio..."
Abigail D University of South Dakota
"Every second was the best time of my life."
andrea p University of South Dakota
"France is culturally very similar to the United States. There is no culture shock. Still my cultural awareness was heightened by being able to discover the different history, goals, and political culture of the country. I also was able to learn the social problems that France and the United States share and those that are diffe..."
Danielle K University of South Dakota
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Emily R University of South Dakota
"Very worthwhile. It's hard to get used to things at the beginning but once I started accepting what was around me and learning what was different, I really started loving it there and never wanting to leave. "
Ella R University of South Dakota
"I would study abroad again in a heartbeat. As a result of this experience I have become more independent and have gained more cultural knowledge."
Jessa W University of South Dakota
"I made a lot of connections within the industry I would like to work in and feel I have a broader view on both my education and life even though I went to a university that is close to my home university. "
Ben P University of South Dakota
"It was more than worthwhile. It was the experience of a lifetime and changed me so much in so many good ways. I was somewhat shy, and definitely scared of new places and ways of living, but this program helped me to come out and try new things. Now I am addicted to traveling, wish I would ave stayed for a whole semester, and can..."
Marisa G University of South Dakota
"My experience abroad was absolutely worthwhile. The people I met, experiences I encountered, and the overall time I had was phenomenal. "
Alexis K University of South Dakota
"Probably the greatest decision I have made up to this point. I gained a better understanding of a culture. I gained a better understanding of what its like to live in a huge city. I learned how to live and travel on my own relying on myself to get around. I learned how to work through difficult situations when language barrie..."
Joseph C University of South Dakota
"I learned about myself and the cultures of others."
Lauren F University of South Dakota
"It was the best decision I have ever made in my life. I gained so much more confidence in myself. I would have never imagined that I could coordinate several trips around Europe, but I did. I never thought I would be away from my home that long, but I was. I learned so much about myself in one year. I now know I can achieve..."
Alissa L University of South Dakota
"I learned a lot, so I would still do it again, I would just pick another school that I would have had a better time at. Studying somewhere else was worthwhile though. It gave me a chance to try to meet new and different people."
Tara M University of South Dakota
"Maybe Otaru isn't Tokyo or Kyoto. But if you really want to get to know a culture more Otaru is a great place to start. The people I met are really the ones that made this experience so great for me, and now I know I will always have a connection to a small place in Japan. "
Jenna I University of South Dakota
"My study abroad experience was absolutely worthwhile. I gained so much self reliance. I really learned how ot manage difficult situations on my own and made some amazing lifelong friends."
Adrielle E University of South Dakota
"This experience was very worthwhile. It gave me the opportunity to learn the Spanish language in a very unique setting. Living with a Spanish speaking home was both difficult and rewarding. I was blessed with roommates who were willing to help me with any difficulties I had and I did the same for them. It also gave me the unique..."
Alicia S University of South Dakota
