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study abroadTHE JAYHAWK GUIDE TO

programs for all majors

$530,000+ per year in

scholarshipsprograms in more than 70

countries

24-hour emergency assistance available

first student studied abroad 1949

130 unique study abroad program options

40+ foreign languages taught at KU

Study Abroad Info Center, Lippincott 105

affordable, high quality programs

great resume builder

follow us @KUStudyAbroadlongest running exchange program in the western hemisphere

many programs in English

out-of-state students pay in-state rates

5 student peer advisors

75faculty-ledprograms

Winter Break, Spring Break, Summer, Semester, & year-long programs

What is Study Abroad? Study abroad is an opportunity to study, conduct research, or intern in another country and earn academic credit. Students have a chance to experience life in another culture, immerse themselves in a new community, and gain valuable skills. Research shows that international experience increases student success academically and professionally. For example, students who study abroad are more likely to get jobs faster and make more money over the course of their careers than their peers.

Who can go? Students from all majors and backgrounds are eligible and encouraged to study abroad. KU offers a number of programs that are taught in English and foreign language skills are not required. Students should have a 2.5 GPA and must complete one full semester on campus before they study abroad.

What are my options? Students can study abroad for a semester, an academic year, a summer, or over a winter or spring break. Students can choose from semester programs where they can take a full course load at a foreign institution, or they can take 3-12 credit hours on a faculty-led program. Additionally, KU offers international internships and international research opportunities. Finding the right program is an important step, and we offer comprehensive advising for all students to help with this important decision.

What can I study? What do you want to study? Students abroad can study a foreign language, take KU Core electives, or take classes toward their majors (some majors have a few restrictions). Students can also explore a new subject or research a topic of interest to them, like marine biology, Nordic architecture, religion in India, or business practices in China.

When should I start planning? The earlier you start planning your study abroad experience, the better. We encourage students to visit the Study Abroad Info Center their freshman year to start looking into program options. We also encourage freshman to attend the Study Abroad Fair during the first few weeks of school. It’s never too early to come into the office to start planning.

When should I go? That’s a great question for your academic advisor! When to study abroad depends greatly on your major, your interests, and where you want to go. If you are in a highly structured program like engineering, architecture, or education, you will need to plan ahead to determine the best semester for you to go abroad. Generally, most students will go abroad their sophomore or junior year, but with some planning you could also go second semester of your freshman year, over a summer, or during your senior year.

Frequently Asked

questions

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785.864.3742studyabroad@ku.edustudyabroad.ku.edu

You have questions.We have answers.

Welcome to the KU family! Here at the University of Kansas, studying abroad is

a Jayhawk tradition. The first KU student went abroad in 1949, and in 1958, KU began the longest running exchange in the Western Hemisphere with the Universidad de Costa Rica. Since then, KU has continuously fostered international experiences for students in Lawrence and abroad. Today, KU has one of the strongest study abroad programs in the region, with roughly 1 in 4 undergraduate students studying abroad prior to graduation. KU administers over 130 programs in 70 countries. Jayhawks can also study one of the more than 40 foreign languages taught at KU or earn the KU Global Awareness Certificate.KU offers four types of study abroad programs:

Faculty-led/Short term programs. KU faculty members from a wide range of disciplines arrange programs for students that last anywhere from 2 to 10 weeks. Faculty-led programs run over the summer, winter, or spring break sessions. Semester and Academic Year Programs. KU has exchange and direct enroll agreements with highly ranked universities around the globe. Students enroll directly into classes with locals and can take classes towards the KU Core or their major. Many of our university partners offer courses in English.

International Internships. International internships take place for 8 weeks in the summer. KU offers internships in Dublin, Madrid, London, Shanghai, Sydney, Kazakhstan, and Germany. Internships are open to all majors, as students are placed with organizations related to the students’ career interests.

Student Initiated Programs. If KU doesn’t offer a program that fits your needs, you may also participate in international study, internships or research programs sponsored by other accredited program providers. These programs are known as “student initiated programs.” Students participating in a SIP remain enrolled at KU during the study abroad program and receive KU resident credit and grades for the coursework they complete abroad. To become a part of our global tradition, we encourage you to visit the Study Abroad Info Center. The Info Center is open for walk-in advising, and we can answer your questions and help you find programs that will suit your needs.

We look forward to seeing you this fall. Rock chalk!

G r a d u at e o n T i m e

KU students who study abroad graduate in 4 years at twice the rate of students who do not study abroad. With a little planning, you can easily study abroad

and graduate on time!

Study Abroad: A Jayhawk Tradition

during every term and break for students to study abroad and take all their courses in English.

You can study in an English-speaking country, like the United Kingdom, India, South Africa, or Australia, but you can also take your classes in English in many other countries, such as the Czech Republic, Hong Kong, Denmark, Morocco, Italy, Germany and Japan. Different courses will be available in different countries, so you should check what is available for your major.

*Students must have university approval to study in countries with a U.S. State Department Travel Warning. Visit the Office of Study Abroad if you are interested in one of these countries.

KU students may study abroad on any accredited, credit-bearing program that meets health and educational requirements. This means that, as a Jayhawk, you can study all over the world!

KU administers semester and academic year programs, faculty-led programs, and internships in Latin America, Europe, Africa, Asia, and Australia. If the Office of Study Abroad does not sponsor our own program that fits your needs and interests, we can help you find something that is a better fit.

Don’t speak a foreign language? Learning a foreign language is a great way to expand your skills and build your resume—and there’s no better way to get to know the locals in a new culture! However, students who are not studying a language can still study abroad. KU offers opportunities

Wherecan I go?

brazil

Students study Portuguese at the beginning or intermediate

level over the summer. Students live with a Brazilian

host family and participate in numerous cultural activities, including taking samba and

capoeira classes.

Language and Culture in Salvador, Brazil

chile

A variety of disciplines are available, including engineering, architecture, industrial design, international relations, and more. Introductory Spanish is available, as are upper-level Spanish courses, including Creative Writing in Spanish.

ISEP Exchange: Pontificia Universidad Catolica de ValparaisoValparaiso, Chile

costa rica

The longest running exchange in the Western Hemisphere, this program offers an opportunity for students to live with a host family and study alongside Costa Rican students. Courses available in a wide variety of subjects, including biology, journalism, history, political science, international relations, and business. Courses are taught in Spanish.

Grupo de Kansas, Universidad de Costa Rica, San Jose, Costa Rica

japan

Spend an academic year studying in Japan as

an exchange student. Courses are taught in English and Japanese

and focus on East Asian languages and cultures

and international studies.

Academic Year at Sophia University | Tokyo, Japan

AustraliaStudents from all majors are eligible

to intern for 8 weeks in Sydney over the summer. Gain real-world

professional work experience in many fields, including the arts,

business, communication, economics, journalism, politics, and healthcare.

Internships in Sydney, Australia

india

south africa

Winter break faculty-led program that collaborates with the KU School of Business. The program is taught through lectures, company visits, cultural excursions, and interactions with Indian students.

Students live and study with South African students and integrate into South African university life by participating in on-campus clubs and social events. The university offers a full curriculum as well as volunteer opportunities.

Insight India: Engineering Applications

Student-Initiated Program at Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University, Port Elizabeth, South Africa

United Kingdom

With a 30 year history, BSI is one of KU’s most popular programs. This month-long summer program led by Dr. Mary Klayder focuses on art, history, literature, and culture of the British Isles.

The British Summer Institute in the Humanities, United Kingdomcroatia

Spend 6 weeks over the summer studying intensive Croatian language and live on the Adriatic Coast. Take day trips and excursions to nearby islands, historical attractions, and national parks.

Language Institute in Zadar, Croatia

KU Administered Programs

Student Initiated Programs

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Instagram@KUStudyAbroad

between classes

Check out our blog at:jayhawksabroad.dept.ku.edu

When you

have timeAttend an info session

about the program or region you are

interested in. Dates are available on our website

and Twitter.

be sure toTalk to your academic advisor. Your advisor

may be able to recommend a suitable program or help you

determine classes you can take abroad.

almost there

Attend orientation.

now you canGet started on your appliction.

Complete your KU Study Abroad application online. Applications

usually include a (short) statement of purpose, your bio, a transcript or advising report,

and 2 recommendations.

When you have a chanceAttend a Study Abroad Financial Aid Info Session and learn how to apply for scholarships, student loans, and federal

funding. Dates available at: studyabroad.ku.edu/calendar/studyabroad

Semesterbefore you goMeet with a program coordinator to learn

more about programs and requirements.

Call our office to make an appointment.

Oct. 1 & march 1

Deadline Day! fall and summer applications

are always due March 1. Spring applications are

due on October 1.

LaterLike our Facebook

page KU Study Abroad

plan it outYour timeline for going abroad

fallStop by the Study Abroad

Info Center in Lippincott 105 to talk to a Peer Advisor

about programs.

rememberTo apply for your passport! it can take up to 3 months to

process. KU’s passport office is in Room 300

Strong Hall

finallyGo abroad!

summerCheck out our website:

studyabroad.ku.edu

Engineering major Libby Stoops continued her aerospace studies at Delft University of Technology in the Netherlands. This year she’ll be working as a peer advisor in the Office of Study Abroad. Drop by sometime and ask her about experiencing the cultures of over 10 different countries during her semester abroad in Europe.

Ben Ale-Ebrahim just graduated with a degree in Anthropology. He studied Persian language in Tajikistan last summer and is continuing his education by starting KU’s MA in Religious Studies in the fall. Stop by sometime to talk to him about living with a host family.

Ashlie Koehn, a Global and International Studies, Environmental Studies, and Economics major, studied economics and Russian at the American University of Central Asia in Kyrgyzstan. She has also studied abroad in Germany and Switzerland. This year Ashlie will be a peer advisor in the Office of Study Abroad and would be thrilled to discuss study abroad scholarships with you!

2015 Peer Advisors

libby stoops

ben ale-ebrahim

ashlie koehn

already studying a language?

Take the language placement exam before coming to KU to test into the correct level, and continue studying

that language on campus. Build up your skills now so you’ll make

greater gains in fluency when you are abroad. KU students can study

language over the summer or during the academic year. You can take language and culture courses abroad, discipline-specific courses taught in a foreign language, or a

combination of those.

start studying a language at ku!

KU offers over 40 foreign languages. You can start taking a foreign language once you arrive on campus and continue studying

that language abroad. KU offers an opportunity to study many unique languages and then continue that

study abroad during a summer language institute. For example,

you could study Italian on campus during the academic year, and

then go to Italy for the summer to continue your studies.

start studying a language abroad!

You can also start studying a foreign language during your

study abroad – no prior experience required. Beginning language

courses are available in Morocco, Brazil, Hong Kong, France, Spain,

Italy, and many more.

If you are studying a language, immersion can be the best way to improve your language skills. If you are interested in studying a language abroad here are some options to consider:

Learning a language abroad

Want a leg up on the competition after graduation? Studying abroad can help you get a job, make more money, and gain valuable skills. A recent survey by Global HR News revealed that 8/10 HR executives are more likely to hire students for global roles if they have studied abroad.

stand out from the crowdBY EMILY FARNAN

Garrett studied abroad in India in the fall of 2013 and recently graduated from the University of Kansas with a BA in Global and International Studies. Garrett has been accepted into multiple top graduate programs across Europe, and plans to be abroad for 4-5 years earning his Master’s Degree and a PhD. Garrett says he will treasure his study abroad experience as it helped him adapt to a new learning environment and sparked a desire to continue his education abroad.

Garrett Wolfe

Jake studied abroad in 2013 in Wollongong, Australia and recently graduated with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. Jake accepted a position with Kiewit, a leading construction, mining, and engineering company. While surfing the Australian coast doesn’t relate to his new position, the problem solving and people skills along with the high level of education Jake received in Australia made him stand out to Kiewit.

Jake Wernel

Emily spent the spring semester of 2013 in the Czech Republic. She recently graduated with a degree in Marketing and a minor in Psychology. Over the summer of 2014, Emily had an internship with Hallmark. Emily has accepted a job with General Mills as part of their leadership development program in Scottsdale, AZ.

emily farnan

Sara AndersonSara studied abroad 3 times: a semester in Germany, a summer internship in Germany and a spring break program in Costa Rica. Sara just graduated with degrees in German and Global and International Studies. Sara accepted a position with the Meridian International Center in Washington, DC as a special projects coordinator. She will be working with international visitors through the U.S. Department of State.

students who study abroad typically earn

$7000more in starting

salary

97%of study abroad alumni secured

a job after graduation

84%of alumni felt study abroad

helped them build key skills like

adaptabililty and communication

90%of study abroad alumni got into their 1st or 2nd

choice of graduate or professional

school

Strikingly, only

9.4%of students study

abroad during their degree

program

Information from the IES Recent Graduate Survey, 2012

Check out some recent study abroad alumni success stories:

http://www.iesabroad.org/study-abroad/why/alumni-survey-results

HOW MUCH DOES IT COST? The cost of studying abroad is based on the program you choose, the cost of living in your host city, and your own spending habits. For many students, the opportunity to study, intern, or research abroad is worth the additional expense; for example, a summer internship in Shanghai is a valuable addition to your resume. For a quick comparison, the chart below compares the cost of a semester in Lawrence to a semester abroad. The costs include tuition and fees, room and board, transportation, estimated travel expenses, and other costs associated with a semester in college.

Quick facts on

scholarships

Lawrence, USA $12,242

$11,504 $11,504

$15,852 $15,852

$15,769 $15,769

$15,970 $15,970

$25,728 $25,728

$13,875 $13,875

$16,664 $16,664

$13,778 $13,778

$17,371 $17,371

$19,883

San Jose, Costa Rica

Exeter, England

Beijing, China

Hong Kong, China

Bonn, Germany

Brno, Czech Republic

Uppsala, Sweden

Sydney, Australia

Angers, France

City Resident Non-Resident

Program cost comparisons

Example of cost breakdown 2015 semester estimated expenses at Masaryk University in the Czech Republic

Estimated undergraduate tuition includes on semester of $40 placeholder enrollment fee. Exchange tuition covers instruction.

Estimated additional costs include airfare, passport, travel expenses, lodging, visa, books and supplies, health insurance, transportation, and meals.

The program fee includes administrative fees, emergency medical evacuation and repatriation services, and KU orientation.

Tuition

$7,655

estimated additional costs

$6,407

program fee

$1,790

Program budgets are available for every program on our website and in program brochures. They include total estimated costs for a program, and show a breakdown of the costs.