2. Why Should You Study Abroad?
•Learn a new language
•Get to know another
culture first-hand
•Learn about yourself
•Enhance the value of
your degree!
Vistawide – World Languages and Cultures
3. What are the costs?
• Some countries are free, low-
cost
• 1k to 9k+ tuition per
semester, expenses
4. How do I pay for Studying Abroad?
•Student aid
•School’s study
abroad program
•Fellowships,
grants
5. Where Will You Be Living?
• Option 1: Universities
• Many students are
placed in Universities
abroad
• Allows you to live with
fellow Salisbury
Students as well as
local students in your
country
• (Right) University of
Stirling-
Stirling, Scotland
6. Where Will You Be Living?
• Option 2:Home Stay
• Some programs allow
you to live with a
resident of your
selected country
• Gives you a authentic
understanding of the
culture.
• Tends to be cheaper
• (Right) Andalucia,
Spain
7. Where Will You Be Living?
• Option 3: Hotels
• Gives you the luxury
benefits of a Hotel
• May be easier to
transition
• (Right) Venice, Italy
8. Adding Value to your Degree
• Linking a minor to your
degree is a smart choice
• Classes taken abroad
can be applied to a
minor
• It can enhance your
For Example: A Communications Major with a
communication major as Spanish Minor could be accomplished in
well Malaga, Spain
9. Studying Abroad: An Interview With
Someone Who’s Been There..
Corey Nethen:
• Journalism major with a Spanish minor
• Many minors available with many study
abroad programs
• Learn a new language
• Open your horizons
• Live a unique college experience
Corey in Malaga, Spain
10. Cultural Benefits
• 1. Gain New Perspectives of The
World:
• Studying abroad gives
opportunities to students to
see and interact with
different cultures.
• Cultures can include foreign
city life, ancient
civilizations, and more!
• Gives students hands-on
experience to understand
the world.
11. Cultural Benefits
• 2. Sharpen Language and
Communication Skills:
• Students will continue to
learn how to fluently
speak different languages
in authentic atmosphere.
(beginner to advanced
levels)
• Courses incorporate
instruction from local
community as well as the
classroom.
• Invaluable first-hand
experience.
12. Cultural Benefits
3. Learn About Ethics in Cultures and
Customs:
• Students learn differences in
cultures and customs around the
world that can be compared to
ones in the United States.
• These differences can be benefit
an individual's career by
understanding how to
effectively communicate with
people from different cultures.
• Add value to future employers
by shaping certain skills like
communication, analytical
abilities, teamwork, and
flexibility.
13. Cultural Benefits
• 4. Create New Networking
Connections:
• Students have
opportunities to meet
and network all over the
world.
• Connections can vary
from students,
professors, and
community
acquaintances.
14. SU Study Abroad Opportunities for
CMAT Majors
Summer 2013 Option:
• England/Wales -
International Studies in
Communication
• June 15-24, 2013
• Estimated cost: $2000
• Enriching activities
15. SU Study Abroad Opportunities for CMAT Majors
Fall 2013 Option:
• Salisbury Abroad: Italy -
Communications
Internship Semester
• Estimated Cost: $9,300
(before airfare and board)
• 12 Week Program earning
12 University Credits
