JAYHAWKS ABROAD
LEARN A LANGUAGE
Interested in perfecting your language skills? Want to learn a new language? Take advantage of all the summer has to offer - apply for a summer language program! We have options in various countries around the world for all the languages we offer at KU, and more. Stop by 105 Lippincott to learn more.
By Ben Ale-Ebrahim
TOP TEN MYTHS ABOUT STUDY ABROAD
By Andy Larkin
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1. I have to study
You don't! Although KU offers a variety of foreign language programs, students can take classes abroad taught in English, even if the country's native language isn't English.
2. My major doesn't allow studying abroad
Although it is a common belief otherwise, every major at KU has an opportunity to study abroad.
3. It's too expensive
Many programs are comparable to a semester in Lawrence, and there are plenty of scholarships offered to students who want to study abroad. And even better, out-of-state students pay in-state rates when they study abroad!
4. I'll miss out
Yes, there are times that you will feel like you are missing out on Lawrence essentials, such as basketball season or a certain trip with your friends. However once students reach their destination they realize how unique and exciting the opportunity is and feel it out-weighs anything missed back home! Besides, when will you have another opportunity to live abroad for months at a time?
5. I can only go to Europe to Study Abroad
This is simply not true. KU does have programs in Europe, but students can study all across Asia, Africa, Australia, Central and South America and more!
Research has shown that students who study abroad are twice as likely to graduate in 4 years than those who don't.
7. It's too late
6. I won't graduate on time
The deadline for most summer and fall programs is March 1st, so there is still plenty of time to apply!
8. It's dangerous
KU works to make sure that students will be in the safest environments possible. Lots of work also goes into student awareness programs about studying abroad, so there is no reason a student should feel unsafe while out of the country.
9. I have to go for a
semester or a year
Although the Office of Study Abroad encourages students to take the leap into a semester program (for your own benefit), there are plenty of summer, winter and even spring break options available for those who feel they can't take the semester plunge!
10. Independent travel results in the same experience
Although travel is a big reason why many students study abroad, the academic experience in a foreign country is an unparalleled benefit to going on a program. Not only will foreign language acquisition become easier (if you study a language), the cultural aspect of study abroad offers an experience to KU students that cannot be mimicked while still in Lärence.
11. It won't be life changing
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Well, this really isn't a myth, but wherever, whenever, and for however long you decide to study abroad, one thing remains constant: studying abroad will forever change your life in more ways than you can imagine!
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