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Ashanti O steen School: University of Rochester Abroad Location: Argentina

Studying abroad has exposed me to new ideas and new approaches.

The best part about studying abroad was being able to exchange ideas, customs and language with Argentines that I met. ...

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Freshman Study Abroad Programs

A new trend on some university campuses is freshman programs abroad, where students study abroad during their first year of college. This allows you to gain international experience early in your college career. Some benefits of freshman programs abroad include:

• Learn about another culture
  

• Study a foreign language and practice it with native speakers
  

• Become more confident, independent, and mature
  

• Return home with new perspectives that will help shape the rest of your college years.
  

If you’re interested in doing a Freshman Program Abroad follow these steps:

• Talk with your parents and let them know that you want to do a freshman study abroad program
  

• Meet with your high school or academic advisor and inquire about freshman abroad programs that they may be aware of
  

• Contact the university you plan on attending and find out the process for you to apply for a freshman program abroad
  

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