常见问题

 Here are some common misconceptions about studying abroad and why they aren't quite accurate.
 

不一定是这样的! Your financial aid from 弗雷明汉 State will still apply and some tuition abroad is cheaper than 弗雷明汉 State! There are also exchange programs you can apply for 在哪里 you pay the same tuition as you do at FSU. There are also many scholarships available to apply for through FSU and outside programs. If you do your research, you’re sure to find the perfect program that you can afford!


 

There are programs for every major and plenty of courses offered at different schools. You will receive transfer credits for your courses taken while abroad. You will take the equivalent of at least 3 FSU credits to remain a full time student while abroad so there’s no reason studying abroad should hinder your graduation plans at all. 早期的计划! You’ll be a full time student with all the same responsibilities, just in a different country!

当然,是的! Studying abroad is certainly a great way to learn another language, 但这肯定不是必要条件. Almost all of the programs we offer have courses taught in English and in many cases you are with other international students and in an area that knows English. Courses will be taught in English, but you may encounter those who do not speak English in country. It all depends on your comfort level and you can talk to OIE advisers about their experiences.

Europe may be popular, but it’s definitely not the only option. We have programs available either through FSU or affiliate organizations in every continent! Europe and Australia are popular program choices, but if you want to go some在哪里 unique, we have it!

You can get credit for major classes, minor classes, electives, and gen eds. 任何你需要带走的东西! You can generally find course options on the website of the school you are looking to study abroad at, so be sure to do your research and discuss what courses you want to take with your adviser. If you bring in the school’s course information to your adviser, he or she will be able to help you figure out what course it will be equivalent to at FSU.

你随时都可以出国留学. Sometimes it can even be easier as a freshman or sophomore since there are a lot of general education courses that you can take while abroad. Consider spring break trips, summer trips, and of course the semester and year long studies. 只要你觉得合适就出国留学

你在国外学到了雇主需要的技能, such as the ability to adapt to difficult situations or changing environments working independently, 弹性和灵活性. 除了这些单独的属性, employers are increasingly looking globally and seeking out employees who can work cross-culturally and collaborate with people from around the world. Studying abroad shows that you already have experience doing just that.

Studying abroad isn’t any more or less dangerous than being in the U.S. You just have to be smart and act the same way you would in any other unfamiliar area in the 美国. Our pre-departure orientations go over health and safety while abroad as well. Just use common sense and learn the emergency numbers for your country of study just in case.

这说起来容易做起来难. Once you’re set on a career track and are settled in, it can be hard to find the time to travel. There’s also a large difference between studying abroad and traveling. When you study in another country you are truly immersed in the culture and gain a different perspective than simply traveling through and being a tourist. Studying abroad gives you the benefit of being a part of the culture while also being a student.

If you meet the minimum GPA qualifications and complete the application in time, 你应该不会有问题的. 如果这是你担心的事情, you can always talk to someone in the Office of International Education.