You have already shown initiative that will serve you well. You are preparing for a future in which nearly all fields of endeavor have a growing international component.
Study abroad is a life-changing experience.
A semester or year spent abroad opens a window to a world of new experiences and sheds light on new options. International study brings fresh perspectives to international, political, and economic issues, interpersonal relationships, and career choices. NSEP was designed to provide American undergraduates with the resources and encouragement they need to acquire skills and experience in countries and areas of the world critical to the future security of our nation. As a student of another culture and language you will begin to acquire the international competence you need to communicate effectively across borders, understand other perspectives and analyze increasingly fluid economic and political realities. Your future and our country's prospects are shaped by decisions you make now.