Welcome to Auburn Abroad

The Role of the Office of International Programs
The Office of International Programs (OIP) promotes international understanding and cooperation in order to prepare students to compete successfully in a global economy. As a global university, Auburn offers opportunities to all Auburn students to study or intern abroad.

The Benefits of Study Abroad/Auburn Abroad
Returning Auburn Abroad Students (see the Global Tiger Section) listed the following top reasons for studying abroad:

• Gets you noticed by employers and graduate schools

• Gives you increased adaptability, confidence, initiative and independence

• Improves your ability to identify, clarify and achieve your goals.

• Enhances your communication skills, foreign language skills and your self-awareness

• Improves your ability to work in cross-cultural teams and to function in ambiguous environments

• Enhances your problem solving, resource and crisis management skills

• Improves listening, observing and specific professional-area skills