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 gained more confidence in using the Spanish language and a greater understanding of Spanish culture"
Jacqueline J Villanova University
"I learned how to be independent, live on my own, travel and do the things I want to do. I got to see so many amazing places across Europe and the UK. London is my favorite city in the world now. Definitely worthwhile."
Jacqueline J Villanova University
"I learned how to adapt to a slightly different culture and take the best from both worlds. It was certainly worthwhile as we did so much more than stay in London."
Brian C Villanova University
"I am more capable of change and adaption than I once thought; I wonder more and crave to discover more in this vast world. Living in a drastically new place humbled me to the differences in this world."
Kyra M Villanova University
"My experience reassured my love for cultures and people. It reawakened a drive for learning and for travel. I was finally able to experience Middle Eastern culture and Islam first hand and was able to put all my fears, which stemmed from Western propaganda, to rest. I was able to make friends that I aim to keep for the rest o..."
Nahema C Villanova University
"In addition to learning more Arabic, I learned a lot about the Gulf, which is not something I really knew much about before. I learned about a million little cultural nuances you can only learn on location. It was definitely a worthwhile experience."
Ricky P Villanova University
"From an academic point of view, I learned to look at renewable energy and sustainability from a different angle and allowed myself to open up to different career possibilities for the future. I also learned how to quickly adapt to an environment where I knew no one and did not know the schedule of events which was originally ner..."
A student Villanova University
"My internship experience was incredible and definitely worthwhile. It related to my field of study and I was given significant responsibility even as a summer intern. "
Alyssa S Villanova University
"Best experience in college by far. Would recommend it to anyone. You learn so much about yourself through living outside of your comfort zone in another country by means of the different culture and the people you meet. Irreplaceable experience. I would recommend someone looking to study abroad to avoid doing a Villanova program..."
A student Villanova University
"I learned how another culture lives. I learned more about my personality by being stuck with the same 17 americans for most of the time. I practiced my Spanish and became conversationally fluent, which was my goal so yay! Definitely worthwhile because I chose the program carefully and it catered exaclty to my desires and inte..."
michelle.velez.524 Villanova University
"Not really."
Bethany W Villanova University
"I absolutely loved my experience in Singapore. It was honestly the best decision I made coming into College. I learned so much about the Asian culture and what it is like to live on the other side of the world. The traveling that we were able to do was incredible to Vietnam, Philippines, Thailand, Hong Kong, Malaysia and Indo..."
Hope H Villanova University
"Definitely worthwhile. While I don't think my program had the best administration or housing, I loved the friends I made and living in the London, now one of my favorite cities! "
A student Villanova University
"A broader, more informed worldview and greater appreciation for the US of A and its efficiency. Italy was wonderful and full of vast, visual history that I loved learning about and experiencing, but, truthfully, I was glad to go home."
A student Villanova University
"It was an incredible opportunity to meet new friends and travel throughout Europe. Unlike most bigger cities, Galway allows you to be become TOTALLY immersed in the culture and the city within just the first few weeks, making the rest of the experience that much more rewarding."
Jeff D Villanova University
"Very worthwhile, learned independence and about Denmark"
A student Villanova University
"Not only did I grow as a student through the rigorous and exciting CE program in Urbino, I grew as a person. I will definitely pursue a career involving international business and will continue to cultivate relationships with the many people I met during my time abroad. I feel that I have a better understanding of Italian cult..."
Sarah C Villanova University
"I'm sorry, but I don't know who is going to see this. So for the reasons below, I had a worthwhile experience. I would recommend ICDS to anyone and would feel more comfortable talking to a prospective student in person. "
A student Villanova University
"Definitely worthwhile. Being able to travel was the best part for me. Jordan itself is a little underwhelming."
Joey V Villanova University
"I learned about myself and about many different cultures. I learned Spanish as well and how to effectively balance my school work and fun. Gained a ton of new friends and a newfound appreciation for my own home country, the USA. "
Brendan D Villanova University
"The abroad experience was definitely worthwhile. Not many universities allow freshmen to study abroad, let alone intern as well during their first year. Being able to study in a foreign country, immersing in the local culture, and working there is a privilege. The whole trip was wonderful. Going to Singapore was definitely o..."
A student Villanova University
"I learned how people in the Middle East view us as American, how they think America is and how they view the world as well. I finally got to hear the views of Middle Eastern students on the events of the past 10+ years. It was definitely worth it."
Nahema C Villanova University
"Cultures around the world are so different and vary so much. It was great to see this firsthand. I have done a lot of traveling in my life but never lived out of the US for this long. It was a great time and the country was a great place to visit. The program was annoying at times and was very difficult to work with, but the..."
A student Villanova University
"One of the biggest things I gained was an enriched cultural understanding. Moreso than things I learned in the classroom, I learned about other people and how they live and view the world. Not only did I just learn from Australians, but I made friends from around the world. "
Ryan F Villanova University
"Learned to go with the flow and put yourself out there for the experiences. It was definitely worthwile"
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