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Why Study Abroad?

You’ll be able to live in a new city, country and culture, make new friends, try new foods and travel to places you may only have seen in pictures.

You can study abroad at any point during your four-years at St. Thomas (including first year!) and you can fulfill core requirements or take courses that count towards your major or minor.

Whether you’re an athlete, first generation college student, STEM major, or just someone who wants to journey beyond the arches, there is a study abroad program for you.

Study Abroad is Affordable

Studying abroad can be for everyone! Talk to a study abroad advisor about how to apply for scholarships and your financial aid to semester study abroad programs and learn about programs that can fit your budget.

Graduate on Time

Advisors in the Office of Study Abroad can work with you to choose a program that will keep you on track for your degree. Planning early and communication with advisors will ensure that you have a wide range of programs to choose from.

Global Knowledge and Increased Employment

Understanding and integrating global knowledge and intercultural competencies will be crucial for you as you live, work, and serve an interconnected world.



Studying abroad is an investment that can increase your intercultural skills in an increasingly global world and set you apart from other job candidates.

Part of the Tommie Experience

Studying abroad is a big part of college for many Tommies. On average, approximately 1,000 students study abroad each year and a majority St. Thomas undergraduates study abroad at least once prior to graduation.



In the Alumni Attitude Study, study abroad is often the cited by alumni as their most impactful experience while at St. Thomas.
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Debunking Study Abroad Myths

When it comes to studying abroad, there are a few common myths. Watch this video to learn why you should study abroad.

Frequently Asked Questions

No. We offer a wide range of programs in English-language countries and there are also many English-language programs in non-English speaking countries. St. Thomas requires that you take at least one course in the language of your host country if that language is not English.

This will depend on the immigration regulations in your host country. Most countries do not allow students to work while studying abroad.

If you are interested in completing an internship for credit, see our internship guide for more information. Advisors can assist in finding programs that include internship experience!

For an international program, a valid passport is required. Please visit travel.state.gov to begin your application. 

If you already have a passport, please review the expiration date. There must be six months of eligibility after your return date for your passport to be valid. To renew your passport, visit: travel.state.gov.

An immigration visa may also be required for your program. Please read all pre-departure emails thoroughly for more information.

  1. Visit our How to Apply page
  2. Find the program you’re interested in!
  3. Follow the steps listed!

If you are ever unsure, call our office. We're happy to help guide you through the process!

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