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标 题: Myths about Studying Abroad(转载)
发信站: 哈工大紫丁香 (2001年09月27日12:40:28 星期四), 转信
【 以下文字转载自 English 讨论区 】
【 原文由 yangs 所发表 】
Myths about Studying Abroad
-- by Roxana Hadad
Although the number of students going abroad is growing every year, many
pass up the opportunity because of misconceptions about the programs.
Learn the facts and don't miss out!
Myth #1—"Studying abroad is expensive."
Studying abroad doesn't have to cost much more than a semester at home.
Sponsor universities frequently charge the same tuition for their
abroad programs as they charge for a semester at the home institution.
In addition, state and federal financial aid can often be applied to
your semester abroad. There are also several scholarships offered for
students interested in international opportunities. Click here to
learn more about financial aid for study abroad.
Myth #2—"I can't study abroad because I can't speak a foreign
language."
Destinations like Ireland, England and Australia present no language
obstacle, and many universities offer programs taught in English even
where English is not the native language.
Myth #3—"Studying abroad is only good for language majors."
Students who have studied abroad gain the qualities valued by an
employer or admissions counselor. They are mature, act independently,
have excellent interpersonal skills and are culturally aware.
Myth #4—"I can't take courses in my major while studying abroad."
While not every major is offered in every country, all students should
be able to find interesting and relevant programs overseas. Check with
your school's study abroad office, or visit one of these Web sites:
Studyabroad.com—http://www.studyabroad.com/
Institute for the International Exchange of Students—http://www.
iesabroad.org/
Cultural Experiences Abroad—http://www.travelabroad.com/
Council on International Educational Exchange—http://www.ciee.org/
Myth #5—"If I study abroad, I can't graduate in four years."
With careful planning, you should be able to study abroad and finish
your curriculum in four years. Study abroad during winter or summer
interim is available to all students, and many majors can study abroad
for an entire year and still graduate 'on time.'
Myth #6—"I won't get credit for the courses I take abroad."
American schools actively promote the advantages of studying abroad by
helping students match up credits from foreign institutions to their own
curriculum. Investigate before you apply: Request the syllabus of
each class, ask your advisor what kind of credit you can earn and get
the credit confirmed in writing. You want to be sure that you get credit
for the work you did abroad.
Myth #7—"Studying abroad is only for juniors who can commit a
semester or more."
Universities are working to provide study abroad programs to fit an
increasingly diverse student population—from graduate students to
freshmen—and many programs run during summer or winter interim.
Myth #8—"Studying abroad is not safe."
Though traveling abroad requires a degree of caution, a term overseas is
by no means certain danger. Study abroad offices inform students of
health and safety issues before departure and provide strict
guidelines and procedures to ensure student safety. To learn about a
country's current political situation and health conditions, visit the
U.S. State Department Travel Advisory Web site at http://www.state.gov/.
Myth #9—"I can go abroad later, after I graduate."
Once you start life in the 'real world' with financial, professional and
personal responsibilities, finding the opportunity to go abroad becomes
more difficult. Studying abroad allows you to become integrated
within a new culture—something that's hard to do as a tourist.
So when thinking about studying abroad, don't jump to conclusions! Get
the facts to decide whether or not study abroad is right for you.
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