Why Study Abroad?

Only 2% of U.S. college graduates have studied abroad during their undergraduate years. Employers look for the skills, qualities and international experience that students usually develop during study abroad, such as:

• foreign language skills
• global awareness and perspective
  open-mindedness
• ability to work in a diverse environment
• independence
• maturity
• motivation
• adaptability

Plus:

• Develop an understanding of another country's culture and history
• Observe the United States from another country's perspective
• Earn academic credits towards your IC degree
• Travel
• Meet people from different backgrounds and cultures.
• Explore academic and personal interests in a new environment
• Take classes that allow you to experience a different academic system