Tuesday, April 7, 2009

Study Abroad- Ireland and England




For the past month, I have been searching for study abroad programs that match my interest. Instead of studying during a semester, I decided instead that I would like to travel to either England or Ireland during one summer and study literature, film or writing. There is a website called Academic Programs International or API that offers many programs around the world for undergraduate study. Many students and professors have recommend that I study abroad. Studying abroad enhances ones' open-mindedness and it helps you to better prepare for the future. "The ability to communicate in another language and adjust to living in a new culture are skills that are well-received by potential employers." The cities I am focusing on possibly studying in are London, Leeds, Cork, Galway, and Limerick. I real like the program that API offers because I am able to study abroad for as little as four weeks and earn up to six credits. I am looking to earn at least six credits so I am able to graduate early. Another important reason why I like the program through API is because they offer a wide range of scholarships in amounts ranging from $250-$1,000 per student. I am very fond of the program in England because I will be studying with both British and International students in both Leeds and London. I really am interested in meeting new people from around the globe and learning about them and where they come from. I am very "culturally curious." In Ireland, the program is excellent because I will be studying and living with Irish and foreign students. Another important aspect of the study abroad program is it easy to travel around Europe by traveling on high speed trains and taking short flights to surrounding countries such as France and Sweden.

Apply Online! For more information on the study abroad program call: 1-800-844-4124

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