1. The Magic of Studying Abroad CCC ALUMNI THAT TOOK THE PLUNGE!

2. Your Panel  Sunday Joseph, DePaul  Melissa Brand, NEIU  Ayisat Riley, Ilinois Tech  Giovani Toledo, Roosevelt  Jeremy Wright, Ohio University

3. Benefits to Studying Abroad:  Gain credit towards major  Internship Opportunities  Personal Growth  Career Benefits*  $7,000 more a year  90% got into 1 st or 2 nd choice of school  84% reported career benefits *According to IESabroad.org

4. Things to Consider:  Type of Program  Affiliate, Exchange, Institution-led, Institute for International Education of Students (IES), University Studies Abroad Consortium (USAC)  Length of Program  Academic year, semester, summer, winter break, intensive internship  How to pay for program  Scholarships, financial aid  Language requirement  Location  Logistics  Lodging, sponsored trips, food, paperwork

5. College Year in Athens, DePaul University  2-6 students per apt  Courses: History, Literature, Political Science, Religion etc.  Faculty-led excursions Cost:  Program Fee: $6,600  Includes insurance, lodging, 1 meal a day, and excursions  Tuition: $34,000  Financial Aid applies

6. Gabelli School of Business- London, Loyola University  Business focus  Fulfills major and general education requirements Cost:  Program Fee: $8,700  Includes room and board, health insurance, excursions  Tuition: $13,325 (semester)  Semester @ Loyola: $18,365 + $8,180 = $26,545  Semester Abroad: $8,700 + $13,325 = $22,025

7. SIT Abroad: Himalayan Buddhist Art & Architecture, UIC  Accommodations in Delhi & homestay  Multiple courses to choose from  Tuition: $7,250  Includes lecture fees, insurance, books  Program Fee: $2,725  Includes all accommodations and meals  Semester @ UIC: $8,614 + $5,500 = $14,114  Semester Abroad: $7, 250 + $2,725 = $ 9,975

8. Questions? THANK YOU!