Common Myths About Studying Abroad
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I'll have to reapply to Texas A&M if I go abroad.
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You can maintain your Texas A&M students status while abroad.
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I need to speak a foreign language in order to study abroad.
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Many programs worldwide offer courses in English.
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I'll be away for too long.
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Duration can range from 1 week to 1 year.
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Education abroad will delay my graduation.
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You can earn credit abroad toward your degree plan. According to the Texas A&M Accountability - Time to Degree site, students who participate in education abroad graduate sooner than their peers. Stronger Academic, Career Outcomes Linked to Education Abroad Programs
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I can't afford education abroad.
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Students can use financial aid and scholarships for credit-bearing international experiences.
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Education abroad is not possible for students with my major.
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Education Abroad can fit into the degree plan of any major with advance planning.
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Only juniors and seniors can study abroad.
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Education abroad opportunities range from freshman year through graduate school.
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Overview of Program Types
Affiliate Providers
Check out our approved partner organizations (aka affiliate providers) that offer global opportunities at a variety of institutions across the world. Aggies can study, intern, or volunteer with other U.S. students.
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Exchange
Programs that involve the reciprocal exchange of students between Texas A&M and partner institutions. These can be international exchanges or exchanges with institutions here in the U.S.
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Faculty-Led
Programs with Texas A&M credit courses that contain an international component. Some are led and taught by Texas A&M faculty with a group of fellow Aggies.
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Group Trips
International programs coordinated by either a Texas A&M department or student organization for cultural enrichment, study, internship, research, or volunteer/service learning. Trips may be for credit or non-credit bearing.
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