So many 91¸£Àû students assume that studying abroad won’t be right for them. But that’s not necessarily true! We send many students abroad who are:

• From rural areas
• First-generation college students
• Pell-Grant recipients
• TRIO students
• First-time travelers
• English-only speakers
• From families and communities where traveling isn’t the norm

So if you’ve never pictured yourself as someone who might travel as part of their college education, you might wonder if you’re too late to the party. The answer? You’re not! They keys are planning ahead, being open-minded, and getting help. With these three things, you can absolutely add this once-in-a-lifetime experience to your education.

How are students like these still going on programs abroad?

By doing some research, planning, and reflecting ahead of time, the Education Abroad Team can empower you to find a supportive program that can meet your needs, address your concerns, and talk to your family about going abroad. The guide below will list some helpful questions any student can ask themselves to help navigate barriers they might encounter when considering whether to go abroad.

We’ve had many stories of students who never thought they’d be doing this, and then find that they are going to a fascinating new place to learn and become an experienced adult.

So what’s the real reason I should think about this?

Education abroad is a great way to expand your life experience and stand out when you go into the workforce. Skills that you already use as someone with a disability in the United States can serve you well when navigating a foreign culture, such as:

• Adaptation
• Resourcefulness
• Communication skills
• Navigating between different communities/cultures

Education abroad can be a great way to stand out when beginning your career and a means to build your self-knowledge, which can make an impact when applying for jobs and promoting yourself. We think everyone deserves to achieve these advantages if they want them. This isn’t just about having fun overseas – it’s about economic equity, too.

Download our guide below and feel free to contact the Education Abroad Team or the Office of Diversity and Inclusion with questions or concerns.

Having a disability doesn’t mean that you can’t pursue your academic goals abroad! The Office of International programs is here to help you achieve those goals and thrive in your host country. Here are a few things to consider if you’re thinking about an education abroad:

• Yes, it’s possible to go abroad, have a GREAT time, and feel safe and supported while in your host country.
• Students with a disability can face a unique set of challenges that are all dependent on their disability. Take time to consider your disability and how this might affect you abroad.
• Our partner universities and education abroad providers have resources, information, and support services specifically for students in similar situations to yours.
• Some countries may even offer better rights, provisions, and facilities for your disability.
• Ignorance about disabilities can occur anywhere, and it will look different in each culture.
• Sometimes, families and/or communities may not be supportive of their students going abroad due to fear, concern, and assumptions about studying abroad. Understandable! But we can help you have these conversations with them if needed.

Why students with a disability should look into education abroad?

Education abroad is a great way to expand your life experience and stand out when you enter the workforce. Skills that you already use as someone with a disability in the United States can serve you well when navigating a foreign culture, such as:

• Adaptation
• Resourcefulness
• Communication skills
• Navigating between different communities/cultures

Education abroad can be a great way to stand out when beginning your career and a means to build your self-knowledge, which can make an impact when applying for jobs and promoting yourself. We think everyone deserves to achieve these advantages if they want them. This isn’t just about having fun overseas – it’s about economic equity, too.

By doing some research, planning, and reflecting ahead of time, the Education Abroad Team can empower you to find a supportive program that can meet your needs, address your concerns, and talk to your family about going abroad.

Download our guide below and feel free to contact the Education Abroad Team or the Office of Diversity and Inclusion with questions or concerns.

Understanding of gender identity and sexuality varies widely in cultures across the globe. If you’re an LGBTQ+ student thinking about going abroad, here are a few things to consider:

• Yes, it is very possible to feel safe and supported and have a GREAT time studying abroad.
• LGBTQ+ students face a unique set of challenges when traveling.
• Bigotry and discrimination is going to show up in different ways in different countries.
• Our partner universities and education abroad providers have resources, information, and support services just for students like you.
• Some countries support LGBTQ+ communities more than the US.

Why should LGBTQ+ students look into education abroad?

Education abroad can be a great way to stand out when beginning your career and a means to build your self-knowledge, which can make an impact when applying for jobs and promoting yourself. There’s a whole list of transferable skills you can gain, such as problem-solving, next-level confidence, independence, and cultural awareness. Experience related to your desired career field is also a big plus!

We think everyone deserves to achieve these advantages if they want them. This isn’t just about having fun overseas – it’s about economic equity, too.

By doing some research, planning, and reflecting ahead of time, the Education Abroad Team can empower you to find a supportive program that fits your needs, address your concerns, and talk to your family about going abroad. Download our guide below and feel free to contact the Education Abroad Team or the Office of Diversity and Inclusion with questions or concerns.

If you’re a student of color at 91¸£Àû, you might be surprised to know that you might have some strengths that will give you an advantage while abroad. Skills that you already use while in the United States can serve you while navigating another culture, such as:

• Adaptation
• Resilience
• Knowing how to navigate between two or more cultures
• Communication skills

You’ll gain and strengthen new skills, too, such as next-level confidence, independence, and cultural awareness. Experience related to your desired career field is also a big plus!

Education abroad can be a great way to stand out when beginning your career and a means to build your self-knowledge, which can make an impact when applying for jobs and promoting yourself. We think everyone deserves to achieve these advantages if they want them. This isn’t just about having fun overseas – it’s about economic equity, too.

So why have specific resources for students of color?

BIPOC students face unique challenges based on their identity and cultural background when considering travel:

• Racism and ignorance can occur anywhere and they will be different in each culture.

• Sometimes families and home communities are not supportive of their students going abroad.

• Some students may be the first in their families to attend higher education and may not have the early knowledge of university culture and education abroad programs that other students might have.

By doing some research, planning, and reflecting ahead of time, the Education Abroad Team can empower you to find a supportive program that fits your needs, address your concerns, and talk to your family about going abroad. Download our guide below and feel free to contact the Education Abroad Team or the Office of Diversity and Inclusion with questions or concerns.