Program Selection

With so many education abroad options available, selecting a program can seem like a daunting task. It is important to consider all possibilities, with each student taking their own personal interests and academic needs into account. What works for one students might not work for another, so students should avoid selecting programs based on preferences of friends or classmates. Pursuing an education abroad experience is exciting, yet also something that reuires serious planning and consideration. Below are some guidelines to help students get started!

How To Select A Program

Determine your interests

Language learning

  • Do I want to continue a language I have previously or am currently studying?
  • Do I want to learn a new language?

Academics
What type of coursework do I want/need to take before I go abroad? While I am abroad? After I return from abroad?

  • Major/minor/LSM coursework?
  • GBs or other General Education requirements?
  • Electives?

Experiential features

  • Do I want a program that includes Service–Learning?
  • Do I want to undertake an internship?

University setting

Do I want an urban, suburban or small town campus?

Institution size

Do I prefer a small, medium or large host institution?

Housing

What type of housing would I prefer?

  • Homestay 
  • Student residence 
  • Apartment

Length of program

How much time do I want to spend abroad? 

  • Semester/Year 
  • Summer (3 to 7 weeks) 
  • Short Term Program (1 to 3 weeks)


Research Program Features

  • Review Bentley's list of Education Abroad Programs
  • Carefully research the details of the programs on offer to identify which programs match your interests.
  • Speak with Peer Advisers and exchange students from Bentley's partner institutions for more information on specific programs.
  • Attend the Education Abroad Fair, which takes place every fall semester and showcases all of the various education abroad programs.


Meet with an education abroad adviser

  • Advising sessions are available. Stop by during our office hours (M-F, 8:30 - 4:30), or call the International Education office at 781.891.3474 to arrange to meet with an adviser.