Studying abroad gives you the opportunity to learn critical language skills, gain leadership skills, and increase your international understanding. Your tuition benefits may be able to help you fund your abroad experience. Stay organized and work with your officers, advisors, and education abroad staff to find the best program for you.
When abroad, your ethnicity might have a different perception than it does in the U.S. Your host country may have different racial or ethnic majorities, and people can be either polite or very intrusive when asking about your identity. Before you go, we recommend researching other student experiences or resources surrounding your racial or ethnic identities and how they could impact your time abroad.
LGBTQ+ people are around the world, but laws and cultural views surrounding gender identity, gender expression, and sexual orientation vary from place to place. LGBTQ+ students should consider things such as cultural differences, discrimination, and safety while researching various program destinations.
International students at Kent State interested in participating in education abroad may have additional considerations. It is important that you meet with International Student and Scholar Services to discuss maintaining your immigration status while studying abroad.
Studying abroad as a student athlete has many academic, social, and personal benefits that can impact your professional and sporting career. Having open communication with coaches, teammates, and advisors will help you find the right program for you and your needs.
