Developing a Study Abroad Goal Statement
(Print and complete this form. Submit it with your preliminary application)

Instructions:To assist you in selecting a study abroad program, please consider the following information and then develop a goal statement. Please bring this form with you when meeting the study abroad advisor.

1. 1.Why do you want to study abroad?

____ Experience and course work central to your major

____ To increase language proficiency

____ Desire to travel and experience another culture

2. 2.What type of program are you considering?

_____ Immersed in the culture with few U.S. students in the program

_____ Specific program for U.S. students with structure activities

3. 3.What is the length of time you are considering?

_____ Semester

_____ Year

_____ Summer

_____ Short Term

4. 4.What kind of location are you considering?

_____ Urban (big to medium-size city)

_____ Rural (small city/town/village in a country setting)

Please note:75% of students in Europe, but 75% of the world population live in Asia, Africa, and Latin America.A program in a developing area will provide you with greater contrasts.

5. 5.What is the language of instruction you require? ____________________________

If other than English, are you a beginner or have you studied the foreign language?         ___________________________________________________

Please note: Many programs in the non-English speaking world will offer some course instruction in English.Students would likely be required and encouraged to take at least one language course.

6. 6.What kind of housing arrangements do you prefer?

____ Dormitory

____ Pension (usually a group apartment)

____ Boarding (usually renting one room, may or may not include meals)

____ Home stay (Living with a family, usually includes meals)

____ Self-selected apartment

7. 7.What are your cost considerations?

___ Price range similar to Bergen Community College

___ Price similar to neighboring four year institutions

___ Cost is not a consideration

Bergen Community College Requirements to participate in Study Abroad:

· Completion of at least one term at BCC.

· Minimum 2.5 G.P.A.

· A BCC transcript and a graduation check must be supplied with the application form.

Please prepare and submit a goal statement by answering this question.

What are the most important considerations in selecting a study abroad program?