The Center for Learning Abroad at the University of Utah is committed to
making learning abroad a possibility for all students, including transfer
students.
Why should transfer students consider a learning abroad program?
Participating in a learning abroad program is an amazing opportunity for
students to expand their horizons and boost their resumes. The advantages are
endless. Learning abroad—also referred to as study abroad—is a scholarly,
credit-bearing program that provides students with opportunities to gain
valuable experience and develop critical skills while attending school in
another country. Recent studies indicate that learning abroad helps students
develop career skills, and in today’s competitive economy, every advantage
counts. Learning abroad experiences demonstrate to potential employers that a
job applicant has valuable skills for the workplace. Such skills include the
ability to expand professional networks, communicate effectively and problem
solve. In fact, in a recent survey, 90% of employers believed that job
applicants with learning abroad experience are likely to possess key skills for
job success.
The Center for Learning Abroad at the U offers over 200 programs in over 50
countries, with opportunities for all majors in both English and other
languages!
Which learning abroad programs are transfer students eligible for?
As long as students are matriculated (degree seeking) at the University of
Utah, they are eligible to participate on any Learning Abroad program.
This includes faculty-led, exchanges and affiliated programs. Faculty-led
programs are short-term programs which typically take place during the summer.
These programs offer direct University of
Utah credit (not transfer credit), and are hence our best recommendation
for transfer students who would like to accumulate some credit hours here
at the U.
Exchanges are long-term programs which last for either one semester or for
the full academic year. In order to participate in an exchange program,
students must have completed 24 credit hours at the University of Utah. This
means that transfer students are eligible for these programs, but only after
they have attended the U for at least 2 semesters.
Affiliated programs are facilitated through third party organizations.
These can be short-term or long-term programs. As long as students are
registered and matriculated here at the U, they are eligible to participate in
affiliate programs.
Can transfer students receive scholarships for learning abroad?
Yes! Last year, The Center for Learning Abroad awarded over $260k in
scholarships, to 1 out of 4 students who applied. Any matriculated University
of Utah student is eligible to apply for scholarships through the Center for
Learning Abroad, regardless of class standing or transfer status.
There are also hundreds of scholarships available through the government and
third parties; our peer advisors and coordinators work with students to help
them find the best scholarships for their needs and background. Federal
financial aid can be used on all of our approved programs.
To find out more about studying abroad
students can go to: http://learningabroad.utah.edu/ or go to the Center for Learning Abroad
offices in room 159 of the Union Building on the U campus.
