Study Abroad - Texas A&M University-Commerce

Study Abroad: Welcome

A world of Opportunity

Make the world your classroom! As you navigate new landscapes, you will experience diverse cultures, languages and heritages. Studying abroad opens doors to personal growth and discovery. When you study abroad, you will become an informed global citizen and gain skills that you can apply to your professional and personal life. As you learn to say “hello” or “thank you” in a foreign language, you will build friendships. As you visit different cultures, you will experience sensational food. Studying abroad will boost your self-confidence and draw you out of your comfort zone. In other words, it’s a life-changing experience!

Study Abroad :: NEW Student Profiles

Where Have Lions Traveled?

Noah Garcia

My favorite part of traveling overseas was getting to share the experience with my friends.

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Nicole Ellerbrock

I have always been interested in seeing the world, and I was thrilled by the fact that I could go with the Honors College.

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Nayely Bergolla

When I first applied to the Honors College, I knew that I wanted to be a Regents Scholar so I could study abroad with my peers. I have always shown an interest in travel and becoming a global citizen, so I patiently waited for the summer before my senior year.

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Katherine (Kate) Kincade

My favorite part about being overseas was actually seeing the things that I have heard about growing up, like the Berlin Wall, the Eiffel Tower, Omaha Beach and the Louvre.

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Ruby Mercado

I am from a small town, and I found myself longing to discover the world outside my small community. Studying abroad always sparked my interest because traveling seemed fun to me.

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Marie Burditt

I intend to use this experience in the future to not only advocate highly for the study abroad program itself, but also as a lesson to myself to not take so much for granted.

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Miracle Ramon

Since I was a little, I knew I wanted to travel and see the world. As a member of the Honors College, I learned that I had the opportunity to travel abroad to fulfill my capstone requirement. I couldn’t contain my excitement because my dream was finally coming true!

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Monroe McCracken

Growing up in Commerce, I always had a fascination with the outside world. I knew it was an opportunity to fulfill my desire to travel internationally and experience a culture different from my own.

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Jake Anderson

When confronted with the idea of traveling overseas, I immediately jumped at the opportunity. I often wonder what my place is in this world, and I wanted some clarity—this was an amazing outlet for that curiosity.

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Charity Frederick

If I could do this all over again, I would!

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Caden Sullivan

Learning about how these countries and their citizens have overcome incredible hardships and catastrophes has inspired me to do the same.

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Cessia Gonzalez

Wherever I am, I hope to bring that community-based mindset that I learned in Costa Rica.

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Casey Parrish

Each culture has its own beauty and deserves to be talked about and celebrated.

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Amber Deshaies

I intend to use this experience and everything I learned to help me see new perspectives.

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Melanie Paonessa

My experience was stress-free because of the expertise and planning of the advisors and behind-the-scenes people who planned the trip.

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Duane Bedgood

As a future social worker, I wanted to know how other countries solve their social problems.

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Cassidy Crouch

My favorite part while being in Mexico was teaching some of the kids in Mexico.

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Study Abroad :: Individually Lead

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Individually lead

Individual study abroad programs allow you to take advantage of study, research, teaching, internship and volunteering opportunities around the world. Studying abroad individually requires planning, greater independence and a sense of adventure, which are very rewarding.

These programs not are affiliated with A&M-Commerce and are typically administrated by another university, institution or organization. Course credit and financial aid may only be available on select programs.

Additional opportunities with special funding are available through our affiliated agreements.

Study Abroad :: FACULTY LEAD

FACULTY Lead

Faculty-led study abroad programs are offered to matriculating students and are usually offered as either stand-alone opportunities (a separate course) or as a course capstone. The advantages of faculty-led programs are as follows:

Typically lower trip costs
Of shorter duration, 7-14 days
Travel as a group
Directly associated with student’s classroom work

Destinations for faculty-led programs are at the sole discretion of the faculty director. Faculty determines course content, duration and destination.