[ID:0216] Over the past few years, study abroad has changed from being an enlightening, but non-mandatory activity to being an essential part of the college experience. Spending time abroad requires students to be independent, globally aware, cross-culturally competent and highly adaptable. These are all skills that today's employers are looking for, and that will help you land a job or international internship after graduation.

But regardless of your future career path, studying abroad is guaranteed to enrich your life. While abroad, you'll broaden your horizons by gaining insight into a foreign culture; you'll challenge yourself by stepping outside your comfort zone; you'll make connections with...