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Language acquisition is not truly improved until a student is immersed in the language. Studying abroad is vital for Modern Foreign Language majors to widen their understanding and appreciation for the language they study. Study French in Paris or Spanish in Salamanca (among others) to experience the culture while being able to practice the language. Cultural understanding is an important skill to have in language acquisition and will create a better base knowledge for language learning.

See the list of recommended study abroad programs below.  Please be aware that for any external or exchange study abroad programs listed, students will need to check with their academic department to see if courses taken while abroad will transfer and fulfill needed requirements.


JMU Programs

Jordan: Food, Culture, and History - Winter

Japan: JMU in Kyoto and Tokyo - Summer

France: Art and Food on the French Riviera - Summer

Italy: A Journey Through Language and Culture - Summer

Lithuania: Russian Language in Vilnius - Summer

Spain: JMU Internship in Valencia - Summer

Japan: Culture of the Japanese Alps - Summer

Senegal: History, Culture, and Discovery - Summer

Argentina: Political & Urban Culture and Spanish Language - Summer

New Zealand: JMU Internship in Auckland & Wellington - Summer

Spain: JMU Internship in Valencia - Summer

East Africa Field School (EAFS): Swahili and Human-Environment Interactions - Summer


JMU Exchange Programs

Check website for all locations - Many Locations


External Programs

None


Other Related JMU Programs

Italy: Examining 'La Dolce Vita' through Cross-Cultural Psychology - Summer

Costa Rica: Teaching English as a Foreign Language - Summer


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