Likewise tolerance or broad, wholesome, charitable views of men and things cannot be acquired by vegetating in our little corner of the earth all one's lifet ime. There is no better way to learn about another country's people, language, history, economy, art, or politics. Study abroad allows students to acquire a wide range of new experiences to enrich them both academically and personally, giving them a special pe rspective on the world beyond their own borders.
Study abroad can truly be a transforming experience.
The University of Southern California offers a variety of semester, year-long, and summer study opportunities in foreign settings. Each program has a unique character and strength, and all provide the chance for USC undergraduates to embark on the adventu re of exploration and learning. Where to Go In choosing a program, students should consider their academic curriculum and proficiency in the appropriate foreign language as primary factors. The semester programs in Florence , Paris , Madrid , Beijing , and Nanjing are exciting options not only for students majoring in Italian, French, Spanish, or East Asian languages, but also for students with a limited background in the language who wish to fulfill major, minor or elective requirements while improving their foreign language skills. Students in any discipline can spend a semester or year studying in England or Scotland.