Why Study Abroad?
![Jordan Gaurkee in Scottish Highlands](/UWGBCMS/media/study-abroad/images/Gaurkee_Scottish-Highlands_2.jpg)
Learning beyond classrooms and textbooks
You will learn about a new country, culture and most importantly about yourself.
Students who study abroad not only have the experience of a lifetime, but also gain valuable skills that can be used in academics and in the workplace. Many UW-Green Bay students report becoming more flexible and adaptable, confident, and culturally competent after participating in a program, all skills that are often developed outside of comfort zones!
10 Reasons to Study Abroad
- You will become more independent and resourceful
- You will make life-long connections likely from all over the world
- You will stand out in the job market
- You will learn about a new country and culture
- You get to brush up on your language skills
- You will discover new foods
- You will see your own culture through a different lens
- You will learn about yourself
- You will regret it later if you don't!
- Your money will return, time will not!
![Michelle Roth](/UWGBCMS/media/study-abroad/images/M-Roth-Germany_1.jpg)
But Don't Take
Our Word for It
"Studying abroad in Darmstadt and Marburg, Germany was the best experience of my life and was worth every penny I saved and spent for it. Spending time with and getting to know many of the locals was the best part of my experience because I formed some of the most unique and closest friendships and learned things about the culture one couldn't learn in a textbook."
Michelle Roth '19
Hessen-Wisconsin Exchange Program Alumna
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Don't miss out!
Three out of four of your friends are spending a few weeks of their summer or winter break somewhere really cool.
![10% of UWGB students travel abroad](/UWGBCMS/media/study-abroad/images/info-graphic2021_10-12-_studyabroad_900x570_2.png)
You're unique!
The national average is around the same number - that sets study abroad students apart from 90% of job applicants!
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...And they love it!
Semester programs change 180-200 lives (for the better!) each year. Will yours be next?