Study Abroad SrtaFrau Rennhoff Studying Abroad n Why
Study Abroad Srta/Frau Rennhoff
Studying Abroad n Why study abroad? • Improve language skills! • Try out your foreign language knowledge! • Learn more about the culture of another country! • More marketable – looks great on resume! • It’s affordable! • Travel to other countries as well!
My experiences abroad: Studied abroad in: • Valencia, Spain • Freiburg, Germany Fulbright Grant in: Koblenz, Germany
Things to consider when choosing a study abroad program: n n n Cost of program Location – country & city Weather/climate Population Ease of travel to other places Housing – living in a dorm or with a native family(? )
Study abroad in Valencia, Spain n n n Program through Univ. of Virginia University tuition cost – same Classes 8 am – 1: 00 pm Housing with Spanish family Optional weekend trips: Barcelona, Madrid, Ibiza Social activities: Soccer game, bullfight, dance clubs, welcome & closing parties, beach time More info found at www. virginia. edu
Study Abroad in Freiburg, Germany n n n n Program through Goethe Institut Meet students from all over the world! Classes from 8 am – 1 pm Dorm/apartment style housing Food – cook in kitchen or eat in cafeteria at University of Freiburg Student town Internationally recognized certificate Receive more info at www. goethe. de
Fulbright Grant n Two types: • Research grants • T. A. grants Teach English 12 hours a week in another country n
Why do the Fulbright? ? ? n n n n Government pays for roundtrip flight Monthly stipend 750 Euros Free private health insurance Discount on train card Meet other individuals interested in traveling and learning about foreign languages and cultures See other countries – travel on weekends! Free week in Berlin (paid hotel & food)
More info found at: n http: //www. cies. org/
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