Study Abroad participants often call their experiences "life changing." UMass Lowell students have studied in 25 countries and we have partnerships with 120 institutions around the world. Read the news and meet our students.
In this global economy, all students should take advantage of the opportunities that studying abroad can offer them — a chance to experience another culture, travel, meet people from all over the world and possibly learn another language. UMass Lowell students have studied in more than 23 countries. Students who wish to study abroad in their sophomore, junior, or senior year should get started as early as the freshman year with planning a semester, year, or summer abroad.
Study Abroad participants often call their experiences "life changing" and that's not an overstatement. You'll have the opportunity to enhance language skills, complete degree requirements, make an impact on a developing community and build your professional network as borders and boundaries dissolve. Study abroad is a stepping stone on the road to your academic and career goals, providing you the knowledge, perspectives and understanding of yourself in relation to the world.
Meet Our Students
Sam Morgan '27
Meteorology and Atmospheric Science
Sam Morgan came to UMass Lowell to study atmospheric science and meteorology. He expanded his education and professional network through experiences with two of the nation’s leading atmospheric sciences organizations.
I was looking for a school with a meteorology major that was close to both public transit and outdoor recreation.
Hailey Appiah-Opoku '25
Business (concentrations in management information systems and entrepreneurship)
Hailey Appiah-Opoku came to UMass Lowell determined to build a future in tech and entrepreneurship, and she’s gained the tools, confidence and community to do just that.
I love UMass Lowell. I'm so grateful for all the opportunities I've had here.
Aidan George '27
Biomedical Engineering
From powerlifting and internships to language study and volunteering, Aidan George is making the most of every opportunity at UMass Lowell.
I’ve been given the chance to manifest my destiny and pursue a ton of different opportunities at UMass Lowell, which I’m happy with.
Melanie Khiem '26
Mathematics
Melanie Khiem is exploring career paths for math majors.
My RHSA success coach thought that research might interest me.
Gabrielle Salvatore '24
Bachelor of Liberal Arts, concentrations in education and psychology
The Bachelor of Liberal Arts program provided Gabrielle Salvatore ’24 with a great foundation for a teaching career.
The longer I was in the program, the more it opened up my eyes to possibilities.
Moniphal Bing '16
English
Moniphal Bing was able to study abroad in Cambodia, which his parents fled before he was born, through a new partnership with the American University of Phnom Penh.
UMass Lowell provided the rare opportunity to actually go to Cambodia and experience my family heritage.
Jenna Kapp '19
Peace and Conflict Studies
Peace and Conflict Studies major Jenna Kapp has taken advantage of nearly every opportunity that’s come her way on campus. Now she’s finding more abroad.
I’ve tried to make the most of my opportunities at UMass Lowell. I love this university and all these things I get to do.
Leonardo Giordano '26
Liberal Arts
Leonardo Giordano has twice interned for credit through a new program.
The internships have expanded my network, and they were very career-centered.
Kieran Scofidio '25
Business (Marketing and Management)
Kieran Scofidio discovered a passion for travel and international business at UMass Lowell.
Having these opportunities to travel has made me realize that it’s accessible.
Jamie-Lyn Cavallon '24
Meteorology
Jamie-Lyn Cavallon won an NSF-funded meteorology internship.
It was a great opportunity.
