Cal State Fullerton - Study Abroad


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Studying abroad is an incredible experience that will most likely be a life changing event for your son or daughter.  As a parent, it is natural to have apprehension about sending your son or daughter half way across the globe to go to school.  But the experience of studying abroad is more than just studying; students learn about:
  • themselves
  • the culture of where they are staying
  • their own culture
  • how to handle new situations
  • team work and adaptability
  • the possibilities available to them

It is rare to find a student who comes back after studying abroad who has not been changed by their experience, even more rare to find a student who did not enjoy their experience.

But studying abroad is not something that can be done quickly; it takes planning and time to make it a reality.  Students will need to plan out their academics, finances, and even make sure their affairs are taken care of in the US.  It is very difficult for a student to prepare for this life changing experience if they do not have the support of their parents.

This section of the website is designed to address and answer some of the questions that you, as a parent, may have about sending your student abroad.  Issues such as:



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