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
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.
Dana Ibrahim '20, '21
Peace and Conflict Studies & Political Science
Dana Ibrahim chose UMass Lowell for its peace and conflict studies program, which lets her combine classes across the social sciences and humanities to suit her goal: to become a diplomat and aid refugees.
You’re not just getting a degree; you’re building your future as you go.
Maddie Gear '24
Marketing
Maddie Gear’s favorable first impression of UML steered her to a marketing co-op position at CarGurus.
I’m so excited to apply the skills that I’ve learned in my business classes.
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.
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.
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.
Patricia Pham '27
Business Administration (Accounting)
Patricia Pham has been able to explore many interests beyond her accounting studies at UMass Lowell, from running the Book Club and Crochet Club to studying abroad and tutoring.
I don’t think all of this would have happened at another school.
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.
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.
