1. From the Hilltop to the World®! Study Abroad Opportunities through WKU
Brenna Sherrill
Office of Study Abroad & Global Learning
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2. WKU and Study Abroad Over 500 WKU students study abroad each year
We invest in our students
Scholarships
Advising support
Meet individual needs
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3. WHY Study Abroad? What is gained?
Transferrable skills, hands-on experience, & exposure to diverse worldviews and cultures
Students who study abroad are more likely to:
Have a higher GPA
Graduate from college
Get a job sooner after graduation
Earn a higher starting salary
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4. Study Abroad Myths: BUSTED!
It CAN be affordable
You CAN use financial aid and scholarships
NO foreign language is necessary
You CAN study abroad at almost any point throughout college
You CAN graduate on time
You CAN study abroad nearly anywhere in the world
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5. Options for Studying Abroad
Types of programs
Academic Study
Internships
Service Learning
Research
International Student Teaching
Hundreds of options
Any major can study abroad
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6. Featured Programs WKU Faculty-Led Programs Taught by WKU professors
Short-term – primarily summer and winter
Numerous disciplines and destinations
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7. Featured Programs WKU Exchange Partners
Partners in Europe, Asia, and Latin America
Pay WKU in-state tuition
Courses taught in English
Language courses (optional)
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8. Consortia Partners on WKU’s Campus
Featured Programs
Consortia Partners on WKU’s Campus
Kentucky Institute for International Studies
Faculty-led program model
WKU credit
Primarily summer and winter programs
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9. Featured Programs Semester at Sea Semester voyages around the world
Variety of courses
WKU students receive discounted rate
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10. Featured Programs Harlaxton College
Semester program in a historic manor house
3.0 GPA required
Primarily general education courses
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11. Key Takeaways
Study abroad is a great way to gain global awareness and hands-on experience
Numerous study abroad opportunities
Funding available from a variety of sources
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12. QUESTIONS? Website: wku.edu/studyabroad
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