Information about Study Abroad
Our study
abroad programs are organized through the International Programs in Agriculture
Office.
Studying abroad gave me fresh, new, and different perspectives on life...Best
of all, I have learned how to listen and communicate with people from
other backgrounds and cultures, both inside and outside of the United
States.
Eric Steiner, 2001
Agricultural Education
Every Agriculture student
has the opportunity to study overseas. You don't
have to speak another language. Grants are available.
Students choose from 24 programs in 20 countries around the globe--some
complete overseas coursework for Purdue grades and credit, while others
participate in internships. Programs vary in length--a full year, one
semester, a summer term, or one-month "Maymester" courses. You can even
earn Purdue credit in Honduras or Ireland over Spring Break!
All students come home with
new life skills that make them more attractive to potential employers
and graduate schools, more effective citizens, and better persons. Purdue
University works with institutions, industries, and people throughout
the world and is home to students and scholars from over 100 countries.
The philosophy underlying study abroad derives from a belief that students
who have had experience working, living, and studying internationally
are better educated, more mature, and unusually motivated in their chosen
careers.
Study abroad is especially
important for today's graduates because:
- International experience helps employees be more productive and
effective even here at home.
- Employees with international experience are better able to work
with persons who are different from themselves.
- Overseas experience is important for working in the global marketplace.
- It is no longer enough to have a workforce that speaks only English.
- Overseas living develops sensitivity to new market opportunities.
Students who study abroad tend to be risk-takers; they are more independent,
flexible, creative, and goal-oriented.
- An international experience can help set you apart from other students
with whom you'll compete for jobs or graduate/professional school
placements.
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