Why study abroad?
Study abroad is a life-changing experience that few American students take advantage of. It allows you to gain a new perspective on your studies while enhancing your resume, cross-cultural communication skills, and deepening your understanding of international and global issues. Allow yourself to go beyond your comfort zone and realize your capabilities.
When can you go?
Students must have completed their freshman year before they can study abroad. You must have at least a 2.50 overall/cumulative GPA as well as at least 2.50 GPA earned at Marshall University (if a transfer student), be self-motivated, independent, have a desire for adventure, and have a strong interest in learning about other cultures.
Where can you go?
The sky is the limit in terms of where you can go, but you want to make sure you find someplace that suits you and your needs. For those of you who are interested in going for a shorter period of time, and with familiar faces, we have our Marshall Faculty-Led Programs. In the past, instructors have led programs to Argentina, Belize, Chile, El Salvador, Mexico, Spain, China, Japan, Ireland, and England. Each year offers new opportunities. Our Exchange Programs offer you an affordable way to spend a semester or year overseas. In addition to exchanges, students also have the opportunity to go with one of our Affiliate Programs.
Testimonials
Sara Fonseca Carapau – From France
Agathe Jaffre – From France
McKenzie Bowman – Studied in Japan
Ashley Grimmett – Studied in Japan
Lindsay Garrison – Studied in Japan
Rebecca Law– Studied in England
Rileigh Snavley – Studied in France
Kyleigh – Ireland Attending the Blackfriary Archaeological Field School in Trim, Ireland was an experience like no other, one thing I noticed when I arrived was that it didn’t feel like a foreign country; it felt like visiting home. I am so grateful for this experience to learn new things about myself and the world around me.
Olivia – Argentina, Spain and England – Studying abroad has been extremely impactful on my education, and has taught me so much during my time in and out of the classroom. I have had the opportunity to go on 3 trips: Argentina, Spain, and England. All of these have been interesting and beneficial experiences that have contributed to my global awareness, foreign language skills, and requirements for my degree.
Cynthia – Argentina – studying abroad was an amazing experience where I was able to learn about myself. I was able to get out of my own head and open myself to the world around me”.
Sierra – England – Studying abroad was a challenging experience for me—to be so far away from what I knew and to be taking courses that stretched me in ways I hadn’t experienced before. But it was THE most worthwhile experience of my college career. I met new people, learned new things, and grew as a person in ways I didn’t expect to when I set out.
Maggie – Spain I made lots of friends from all around the world and experienced so many new cultures, foods, and places with rich , unique histories. My experiences are ones I will take with me into all facets of my life not just my future studies and career.
Darshan Sangani – Spain – It gave me exposure to the world outside of campus life and allowed me to gain a new perspective on ways of thinking.
Contact Us
Office of Global Education
Old Main 105
1 John Marshall Drive
Huntington, WV 25755
304-696-6229
studyabroad@marshall.edu