Studying abroad for a semester or year is one of the best ways to understand a different culture in a meaningful way. It is an experience that can have a profound impact on a student academically, personally, and professionally. Students that study abroad gain a special perspective on the world beyond their own borders, which will benefit them throughout the rest of their lives. USC College encourages students in all majors to consider including studying abroad in their undergraduate experience. Most students who have studied abroad will say that it was one of the best things they did in college.


