Study Aboard
Steps to study abroad
To help you have the best study abroad experience possible, there are recommended planning stages that will enhance your experience. It is recommended that you begin this process at least one year prior to the semester you plan on studying abroad.
Getting started
Getting started
There are many benefits to studying abroad. Studies have shown that students who study abroad show positive changes in their personality and their ability to communicate with people from other cultures.
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Health Human Development Focused Programs
Health Human Development Focused Programs
Penn State offers many study abroad programs with course work that may be related to your major in the College of Health and Human Development. We've compiled a list of programs that have an HHD focus.
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Penn State Programs
Penn State Programs
Every year thousands of Penn State students and faculty engage the world through academic programs, research, service, internships, and cultural immersion abroad.
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Resources
Resources
Many locations may be a good fit for you. Your study abroad options will depend upon your major, career interests, language fluency, budget, and other factors. Penn State offers 350 programs in more than 50 countries.
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