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
Gabriela Boscaja '15
Management and Finance
Boscaja's choice to attend college close to home gave her the opportunity to travel across the globe, making connections that will serve her well after graduation.
I wouldn't have had the same opportunities and built my strong relationships at a different college.
David Levenson '25
Psychology
David Levenson’s Mock Trial team experience led to a real legal internship.
The opportunities I’m getting through Mock Trial are so exciting.
Daphne Shakira Naut '20
Political Science & Philosophy
With the goal of becoming a lawyer, Honors College student Daphne Shakira Naut double majored in philosophy and political science.
The logic and critical thinking in philosophy is immensely helpful for law school.
James Wilson Joutras '19
Liberal Arts – Digital Media and Theatre Arts
James Joutras came to UMass Lowell to discover himself. His experiences instilled confidence – and took him to Japan, where he plans to work after graduation.
I discovered I was good at editing – taking a bunch of different elements that don’t necessarily make sense and putting them together in a way that creates a coherent story.
Elliot Johnson '25
Applied Biomedical Sciences, MPH in Social and Behavioral Sciences
Transfer student Elliot Johnson ’25 built a portfolio of global health, entrepreneurship and public service experiences that shaped his commitment to humanitarian innovation.
When I arrived at UMass Lowell, I was inspired by driven peers and faculty, and I knew that this was the right place for me.
Nicholas Langberg '20
Chemical Engineering
By working with the Office of International Experiences & Study Abroad, chemical engineering major Nicholas Langberg was able to add a two-month internship to his summer school program in Germany.
It ended up being one of the best experiences of my life. Not only was I able to have this great experience abroad, but I was able to gain real-world experience in my field of study.
Serah Njoroge '25
Public Health
Honors College transfer student Serah Njoroge is excited about working within the public health profession to create change, especially within underserved communities.
“I’m really grateful that I’m in the Honors Program, because it opened doors I never imagined, including studying abroad.
Cameron McKenzie '24
Criminal Justice (History minor)
Honors transfer student Cameron McKenzie squeezed four study abroad trips into her short time at UML.
Do the things you want to do when you can, because you don’t know when there will be limitations.
Jennifer Dossantos '23
Business
Honors College student Jennifer Dossantos is majoring in business because she’s inspired by her mom.
I wanted to have a major where I could have versatility, so business seemed like a good option.
Scott Penfield '22
Mechanical Engineering
Honors mechanical engineering major Scott Penfield has traveled extensively on two continents besides North America – and hopes to add a fourth before long.
Applying to UMass Lowell was almost a no-brainer. It’s close to home, it’s good value and it has a good engineering program.
