Most of the professors involved in Berry's study abroad programs advise students to travel during their sophomore or junior year. Cooley said it is best to go the last half of the sophomore year or sometime during the junior year because it takes a certain amount of maturity to go and be able to function. Mature age is not the only requirement, according to Gregoire. He said you have to go with a positive mind because it can be difficult. But once you are there, you can become addicted to the culture.
Students usually stay one semester, but it is possible to go for an entire academic year.
While summer programs are offered, financial aid is only guaranteed for semester programs. Therefore it is preferred that students study abroad during the academic year. England Students choosing to study in England attend the University of Reading, located 35 miles southwest of London. Because of the university's large foreign student population, one gets to experience more than just the British culture. The University of Reading offers a wide range of classes.