Study Abroad Myths

Debunking Study Abroad Myths

Myth #1: IT’S EXPENSIVE

• You can generally use Federal or Institutional Financial Aid towards your program!
• You can apply for additional study abroad scholarships.
• There are a variety of options for a variety of budgets.
• Studying abroad for a semester is generally cheaper than paying out-of-state tuition. 

Myth #2: TIMING

• The classes you take abroad count toward your degree so you can still graduate on time.
• We have short term options: 10 days over winter break, 2 weeks / 1 month / 2 months during summer. 

Myth #3: LANGUAGE

• Most programs are offered in English, even in countries like France, Japan, Thailand, Chile, and more!
• If you are a foreign language major or minor, it’s the best way to build fluency!
• Some students are able to complete language minors by studying abroad!

Myth #4: FEAR

• Programs are safe & carefully monitored.
• You can go abroad with other UofL students or faculty.
• Students may not travel to Level 3 or Level 4 countries on the US State Department Travel Advisory list or Level 3 countries on the CDC Travel Health Notices list. 

Consider these myths debunked!