Valparaiso University
University Information
Apply to study abroad in Africa, Asia, Europe or Latin America! Click on the "Getting Started" section of our website to learn more about the programs, application process and available courses. Scholarships and financial aid apply!
Important Dates and Deadlines
For Spring Enrollment: October 1
For Fall Enrollment: February 15*
*some programs have early acceptance deadlines, check each program for specific deadlines
"Yes. I gained a whole new level of independence, altered my political understanding, came to understand German politics, learned about the joys and perils of copious amounts of Hefeweizen, came to understand the English people, and improved my general knowledge of the world. "
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"Yes it was worth it. It really helped me to grow up and look at the world from a different pair of eyes."
Katelyn S Valparaiso University
"It was absolute worthwhile. It has shown me that I can accomplish anything I set out to do. I can very easily live in an environment very different from my own."
Pat S Valparaiso University
"Yes. i can speak the language better and I have friends all around the world."
Alex38 Valparaiso University
"Was an amazing experience. Challenging at times, but I liked that about it. Learned a lot about a new culture, people, and country, and a lot about myself. So glad I went. "
Kyle W Valparaiso University
"Yes, but I think it would have been a lot better at another university. "
Nick D Valparaiso University
"I have become much more confident in my abilities and overall sense of self. Studying at Kansai Gaidai has changed me for the better. I am 100% satisfied with my experience and cannot wait to go back to Japan. I have decided to put off graduate school for a year in order to participate in JET because of my experiences. As cliche..."
Jasmine G Valparaiso University
"This experience will be with me for the rest of my life, and I am thankful for it."
Emily R Valparaiso University
"You better understand the idea that America is not the center of the world and you are not "all that." You are humbled when you visit a European country and find someone that does not speak English and relieved when you find someone who does. You get to develop independence and gain the skills to travel the world. You have "wow ..."
Kathleen P Valparaiso University
"YES"
Hannah B Valparaiso University
"Absolutely. I gained such a different view of everything. Especially of my own country! Instead of coming home and hating all of the things that were different, I became so much more patriotic! Those things that people in Europe didn't like were some of the things that make me proud to be an American. I gained so much more pride..."
Calie F Valparaiso University
"I gained so many understandings pertaining to the way of life and culture of Southern Africa. These include understandings/knowledge/perceptions of apartheid, economic inequalities, racial relations, trauma, food, poverty etc. It has given me a greater cultural awareness through an understanding of the way of life of diverse p..."
Joel M Valparaiso University
"Best experience ever. This review, however, is not. Far too long!"
Hanna C Valparaiso University
"I have come to learn a lot more about myself in my time there and my language skills did improve, but I wish I would have been able to take advantage of more of the opportunities that were available to me while I was there."
Jeremy R Valparaiso University
"Yes! As far as my academic interests go, however, the program has only compressed the time I have to complete them... it's not easy to get an Engineering degree in 7 semesters. This time was worth the extra work, but I didn't enjoy it for what it brought to the table academically.."
Tim E Valparaiso University
"I became even more open-minded, I got to see America from an outside point of view, and I got to experience a whole new level of independence. It opened my eyes to a vulnerable population that, as a social work major, I may consider directing my career path toward that I hadn't really considered before as it's not really prevale..."
Erin M Valparaiso University
"Gained an understanding how Americans are viewed in a different society. I am now more aware of issues in other countries, specially those taking place in baden wurttemberg"
Matthew D Valparaiso University
"I feel that I am definitely a more confident and content person after this experience. I want to go back, but now I feel that I can be happy no matter where I am. I feel less restless."
Dannie D Valparaiso University
"Definitely! I'd go back in a heartbeat"
Madelyn H Valparaiso University
"Yes"
Rachel B Valparaiso University
"SO much so! I gained so much confidence from the experience and I now know that I can support myself and be an individual. I am much better at meeting new people now. It was just amazing..do it."
Emily B Valparaiso University
"It was fantastic except for the lack of accessible Spaniards."
John W Valparaiso University
"I feel more independent and grateful for everything I saw and did. I made an amazing group of close friends and feel very close to our directors. I am more motivated than ever to continue with my plans of teaching in Spain in the future."
Alyson R Valparaiso University
"Yes, I gained a lot from this experience "
Martin I Valparaiso University
"My choice to study abroad was probably one of the best decisions that I have ever made. "
Eric K Valparaiso University
