Welcome to the UD Abroad Blog

Students in the Winter 2022 Athens ENGL micro program

In 1923, the University of Delaware founded what is considered the first study abroad program by a U.S. institution. Today, over 30% of UD undergrads study abroad at least once, and some as early as freshman year! This study abroad blog features many of their stories.

Interested in Studying Abroad?

Students select from spring or fall semester programs or shorter winter or summer session programs, which are often lead by UD faculty. There are both international and domestic sites where students take a full load of academic credits taught in English or perhaps in a foreign language.  In addition to their studies, some students participate in internships or community service or work on sharpening their foreign language skills.  All students make new friends, gain new insights, and develop intercultural skills.

To begin your own study abroad experience, learn about upcoming programs on the Center for Global Programs and Services website.

Recent Posts

Visiting Landmarks in Athens

Submitted by Alexandra Hall on the 2023 spring semester program in Athens, Greece… Enjoying Greek coffee! Traveling outside of the country for the first time has been one of my life’s best experiences. I did not know a single person and have since made a...

Preparing for a New Semester Abroad

Submitted by Zeppelin Evans on the 2023 spring semester program in Rome, Italy… Preparing for a new semester is always stressful: choosing classes, making schedules, getting a first look at a new workload, meeting new teachers and classmates, and so much more. A...

Last Weeks in London

Submitted by Leopold Pullella on the 2023 spring semester program in London, England… Visiting the Natural History Museum Above is a photo of me walking to the store at night near my flat. This photo depicts the simple and peaceful life around my home. Not only...

Building Friendships in London

Submitted by Leopold Pullella on the 2023 spring semester program in London, England… Simone playing the violin Here is a picture I consensually took of my roommate, Simone Grosswiler, while I was teaching her to play the violin in our flat. While in London, I...

Acclimating to Life in London

Submitted by Leopold Pullella on the 2023 spring semester program in London, England… Visiting the Natural History museum This photo was taken outside the Natural History museum while we were on our way to “tea time.” I had previously been warned about aspects of...

Cherry Blossoms: A Highlight of Copenhagen Spring!

Submitted by Katie Schenkel on the 2023 DIS spring semester program in Copenhagen, Denmark… Springtime in Copenhagen parks This week in Copenhagen was fairly quiet, but the weather was beautiful. I could finally smell spring in the air despite the chill still...

Growing in Paris

Submitted by Marlena Awitan on the 2023 spring semester program in Paris, France… Views of the city I can’t believe how fast my time is flying by here in Paris. I only have four weeks left. At the beginning of this week, I had my first individual meeting...

Finding Home in France

Submitted by Marlena Awitan on the 2023 spring semester program in Paris, France… I had the best spring break of my life! I traveled to Lisbon, Portugal for four days and I absolutely fell in love with the country. I flew to Lisbon alone and met my friends there,...

Transcontinental Travels through Europe

Submitted by Sierra Crisp on the 2023 spring semester program in Limerick, Ireland… A street view of Amsterdam in the Netherlands Week 8 was amazing. I went to Amsterdam and had a blast. It’s so nice to be so close to such a awesome areas. Amsterdam is truly an...

Arriving in Limerick

Exploring Dublin Submitted by Sierra Crisp on the 2023 spring semester program in Limerick, Ireland… This marks week 1 of my study abroad journey. So far I’m really loving Ireland. There is so much to see and do. The campus is incredibly beautiful and is full of...