Study Away Preparation Resources

Preparing for Study Away Programs

Intercultural Understanding and Adjustment

Studying away can bring significant adjustments as students respond and acclimate to new environments, cultures, people, and forms of communication in a country different than their own. Upon acceptance, APU study away participants are provided access to a Canvas site where preparation resources and forms for their program are available. Materials include but are not limited to: Study away academics (registration information), health & safety, forms & assignments, resources (safety, communication, participant expectations, wellness, passport/visa info processing, packing, flight itinerary, lodging reservations, cultural awareness & preparation, post-program resources, etc.  

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We also recommend students to engage in the Global Scholars Program that has helpful online resources to understand cultural adjustment, intercultural communication, and other topics relevant to studying and living across cultures. 

Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA): studyabroad.state.gov