Parents

Congratulations on your child's interest in study abroad. Students who study abroad are inquisitive, open-minded, and eager to engage in hands-on learning about our world. Your child's interest in enhancing their UCLA education through international educational exchange says a lot about what kind of person you raised.

Whether your child is preparing to study abroad or is a returnee, you have an essential role to play. It is important for most students to feel that their parents understand and support their time abroad. The easiest way to do this is to encourage them to research their study abroad options and host country. Parents should also realize that study abroad is an intensive learning experience that will have its peaks and valleys. Ultimately, the experience of studying abroad will leave a lasting, positive impact on your child and help enhance his/her resume.

The International Education Office offers advising for several study abroad opportunties. There are short-term and long-term, University exchanges and faculty-led programs. There are options for virtually any academic discipline. Our advisers can help your student identify the study abroad experience that is right for them. Furthermore, UCLA is committed to the safety of its students abroad and carefully monitors program sites.