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
Caroline DeSouza '24
Biological Sciences, Economics
A research opportunity helped Caroline DeSouza see that marine biology was an attainable career.
It’s great to have a mentor who understands what it’s like to be a woman in biology.
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.
Matthew Levenson '19
Criminal Justice
Criminal justice major Matt Levenson loves an adventure and a challenge—and he’s bent on seizing every opportunity he can while at UMass Lowell.
Whenever you’ve got an opportunity, you’ve got to take advantage of it.
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.
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.
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.
Ted Lagrander '28
Mechanical Engineering
Ted Lagrander studied engineering in Germany over the summer.
This is very unique, very hands-on.
Melanie Khiem '26
Mathematics
Melanie Khiem is exploring career paths for math majors.
My RHSA success coach thought that research might interest me.
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.
Andre DiFilippo '19
Marketing & Management
After making his mark at UML as Student Government Association president, Manning School of Business senior Andre DiFilippo is excited to get started on a sales career.
I’m thankful every day that I chose UMass Lowell. Seeing how much I’ve personally grown and how much the university has grown in my four years here has been unbelievable.
