Villanova University
University Information
All Villanova students must attend a general study abroad information session prior to choosing a program. Information sessions are held 8 times a week and students can sign up for a meeting on the OIS website.
Important Dates and Deadlines
The deadline to study abroad in the fall and summer is spring break. The deadline to study abroad in the spring is fall break.
"I developed confidence in myself and who I am as a person. I am not the same girl that boarded that plane a year ago. I am so grateful for this experience and all that it shaped me into! "
Kathleen Blehl Villanova University
"I gained such a deep understanding of Asian culture and more specifically picked up on and learned more about the nuances and differences between Asian countries."
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"I became more independent, learned how to interact with people who had very different lives than I had, and gained a knowledge of the world around me. I learned to disconnect from technology and saw some of the most beautiful sights I will ever see in my life."
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" For me, study abroad was a life changing experience that made me more independent, confident, and instilled in me an excitement for learning about other cultures. I gained more than I could have ever imagined by going abroad."
April Harrington Villanova University
"A LOT"
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"I learn the different aspects of their culture. Through riding horses and the many physical activities and culturally eating and living in a very Argentinian household I learned not only the great aspect of their culture, but a new perspective that I would not be able to understand from the outside looking in"
Danilo Nestor Villanova University
"I had no prior experience out of the country, so it was an interesting experience. I learned things that could only be taught in a foreign country. I learned independence and went out of my comfort zone. It was worthwhile."
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"Because I did not know any other student on my program before departing, being abroad allowed me to foster a greater sense of independence and self. Through living with (initially) strangers, I better learned to compromise, reason, and work with others. I learned to let go of the small things in order to learn the big things. Go..."
Emily Folse Villanova University
"My mind/adrenaline was in overdrive, so I captured so many memories. I learned many of those inexplicable cultural nuances of interacting with and experiencing an alternative culture. "
Christian Lolk Villanova University
"Studying abroad in Cape Town was probably the best decision I have ever made. The people, the natural beauty, the constant sense of adventure, the history, etc. completely enveloped me and stole my heart. Through my program and classes at the University of Cape Town, I learned about the cultural context of South Africa and how i..."
Brenna Swetman Villanova University
"I learned how to be a more well-rounded and accepting person. I learned to never say no to new experiences, because some things only come once in a lifetime."
Rachel Rivera Villanova University
"I learned so much about myself as a traveler and a person. I saw so much of the world in just 4 months. I feel like I matured, and I gained a lot of perspective. The world is a very large place. "
Margaret Vecchione Villanova University
"Italian culture"
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"I gained experience adapting to new cultures and making friends with new people, as well as living as an individual and an adult."
James S Villanova University
"Study abroad is the best possible thing you can do. You learn so much about yourself and about the world around you that you cannot learn in a classroom."
Caroline G Villanova University
"A cultural understanding of differences across cultures, amazing experiences with friends old and new across the continent, and political connections that have already positively impacted my career options and decisions. "
Emily T Villanova University
"My abroad experience gave me the chance to learn more about myself and to discover more about the world. It allowed me to immerse myself in a foreign language and come out being almost fluent. It was by far worthwhile. "
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"I learned how to be independent."
Julia M Villanova University
"gained valuable social, interpersonal, and cultural skills"
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"I became more open-minded both politically and culturally."
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"I am definitely more fluent in Spanish after my semester there, and I have a much better understanding of Spanish history and how they interact with the world. "
Sarah H Villanova University
"This was the best semester of my life and I am so glad that I was lucky enough to experience it!"
Gabrielle P Villanova University
"I learned how to be more independent and open minded to different situations. You never know what is going to be thrown at you and you have to roll with the punches!"
Stephanie D Villanova University
"I gained 30 new American friends that I can talk to on campus and I learned a lot about the world through travel and first hand experiences."
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"Seeing how the Spaniards treat every day is completely different than how Americans go about it. It truly showed the cultural differences and being able to live in that environment for over 6 months was the highlight of my life."
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