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

Serah Njoroge stands outside the Louvre Museum in Paris, France.
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.
Read More About Serah Njoroge 
Cameron McKenzie in the Roman aqueduct in Segovia, Spain through the UMass Lowell Study Abroad program.
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.
Read More About Cameron McKenzie 
Evan Dingle poses in Uganda where he works with Ekisa Ministries with Tia, a retired sled dog he adopted who can serve as a loving bridge to the children and families
Evan Dingle '17
English

Evan Dingle’s passion for helping people and love of international study led him to a job with a nonprofit in Uganda that serves children with special needs.

I have a big heart for kids who are in need.
Read More About Evan Dingle 
Jamie Aciukewicz stands with UMass Lowell Chancellor Julie Chen in front of banner for the 2023 Student Research and Community Engagement Symposium.
Jamie Aciukewicz '23
Spanish

Jamie Aciukewicz has used his affinity for the Spanish language to create experiences for himself both locally and abroad.

Learning Spanish has definitely helped me see my place in the world better. Spanish will always have a part of my life from here on out.
Read More About Jamie Aciukewicz 
Suhani Karki points to a bulletin board that say "Welcome to the Honors College."
Suhani Karki '26
Applied Biomedical Sciences

Suhani Karki has taken advantage of all that UML offers, from study abroad and student clubs to research.

The Applied Biomedical Sciences program bridges science and health care, emphasizing how biological systems connect to overall well-being.
Read More About Suhani Karki 
George Dylan Bistany and friends at the Outdoor Adventure program
George Dylan Bistany '19, '20
Electrical Engineering

George Dylan Bistany completed his master’s degree abroad in fall 2019 at the Czech Technical University in Prague.

I think energy is one of the biggest issues we have to face, and I want to use my education to help make that transition to renewables.
Read More About George Dylan Bistany 
Patricia Pham.
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.”
Read More About Patricia Pham 
Jenna Kapp at scenic overlook
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.
Read More About Jenna Kapp 
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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.
Read More About Gabriela Boscaja 
Aidan George lifting a barbell as part of the UMass Lowell Powerlifting Club.
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.
Read More About Aidan George 

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