Study Abroad
There are a wide range of academic, personal, and professional benefits to be gained through studying abroad. Many students find it is a truly transformative skill-building experience. Tufts University has been offering study abroad programs for five decades. You may also choose from hundreds of approved programs run by non-Tufts providers. Get started with "Study Abroad First Steps"!
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Are you a sophomore thinking about studying abroad next year? Join us to learn about this year or semester program, based at Kanazawa University and awarding Tufts credit for courses offerings across a range of academic subjects, with a focus on Japanese language and culture. Talk to faculty advisers, visiting students, and program alumni about Kanazawa. Pizza will be served!
Join us to learn about studying abroad (non-Tufts/direct enrollment) at the University of Edinburgh in Edinburgh, Scotland! A representative from the University will be here to talk about the offerings and answer questions you might have.
Are you an engineering student thinking about study abroad? Come find out what you need to know to start your planning!
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Why Study Abroad?
- Earn academic credit while examining your field from a different perspective
- Gain independence, adaptability, problem-solving skills, resourcefulness, and self-reliance
- Develop a global mindset and linguistic and intercultural competencies
Where Do I Begin
- Begin planning for study abroad as a freshman or sophomore
- Attend a required First Steps Meeting
- Research approved programs and begin the application process:
Tufts Programs
Non-Tufts Programs
Diversity and Identity Abroad
We encourage students from all backgrounds to consider study abroad. We understand that there can be academic, cultural, and financial challenges to studying abroad, and your own experience will be both rewarding and challenging in unique ways. Find more resources.