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Nadya
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How will i be able to study abroad
I am Ukrainian and so are many of my ancestors I would like to study abroad to learn more about my family heritage. #study-abroad
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Mallory Oludemi
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Hello Nadya,
To study abroad in college, you will need to speak with an advisor in the study abroad office to discuss options available through that particular institution, and you'll also want to work with your academic advisor to choose classes in a study abroad program that will go towards your degree.
Generally, 4-year colleges/universities in the U.S. have study abroad program offerings, and/or they allow students to study abroad through organizations called Program Providers and get their credits transferred to your transcript. Examples of Program Providers are CIEE, CET, CIS Abroad, IES Abroad, ISA, IFSA, (there are too many to name!). The websites that another user posted (studyabroad101.com and gooverseas.com) would be very useful in finding a Program Provider that has a study abroad program to Ukraine. If you want to go on a program not offered by your college, it is really important that you talk to your study abroad advisor to make sure they will accept it. Usually they will as long as the Program Provider is legitimate and has a good reputation.
During college, I also studied abroad in a country with which I share heritage and it was one of the best experiences of my life!
To study abroad in college, you will need to speak with an advisor in the study abroad office to discuss options available through that particular institution, and you'll also want to work with your academic advisor to choose classes in a study abroad program that will go towards your degree.
Generally, 4-year colleges/universities in the U.S. have study abroad program offerings, and/or they allow students to study abroad through organizations called Program Providers and get their credits transferred to your transcript. Examples of Program Providers are CIEE, CET, CIS Abroad, IES Abroad, ISA, IFSA, (there are too many to name!). The websites that another user posted (studyabroad101.com and gooverseas.com) would be very useful in finding a Program Provider that has a study abroad program to Ukraine. If you want to go on a program not offered by your college, it is really important that you talk to your study abroad advisor to make sure they will accept it. Usually they will as long as the Program Provider is legitimate and has a good reputation.
During college, I also studied abroad in a country with which I share heritage and it was one of the best experiences of my life!
Nattakarn Alkire
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Hello, Nadya
Please see the below and the link to the additional information about the topic of study abroad in Ukraine and the programs that are available for your reference.
https://www.gooverseas.com/study-abroad/ukraine
https://www.studyabroad101.com/countries/ukraine
PLANNING YOUR TRIP
How to Choose a Program
Ukraine is one of the most peaceful and stable among ex-USSR countries, and offers a high quality of life. Ukrainians are also widely known for their hospitality!
Language: Ukrainian students study in their native language, while foreign students have a choice of either English or the local language. English programs are highly available here.
Housing:
Programs in Ukraine provide three housing options, a home-stay, an apartment, or a residence hall. Home-stays with a Ukrainian family are often recommended because they offer a more complete “cultural immersion.” Before choosing to study abroad in Ukraine, a student should definitely have in mind what kind of housing they hope to have!
Student Visa
Students should contact the Ukrainian embassy in their own country in order to apply for a student visa. Study abroad students will need a valid form of identification, passport, medical records, and a copy of the Certificate of Completed Higher Secondary Education. US citizens who stay in Ukraine for less than six months on a private, tourist, or business visa do not need to register with local authorities.
Social life and Student Culture
Ukraine has an abundance of the great outdoors for students to explore. Beach fans will love the beautiful Crimea white-sand and blue Mediterranean waters. In the Carpathian mountains, hikers can find ways to entertain themselves for hours on end.
For a post-apocalyptic experience, students can visit the nuclear disaster area of Chernobyl. Tour companies drive groups into the plant, where they pass through deserted villages and an eerie overgrown landscape.
At night, study abroad students have the chance to check out the nightlife, with its exclusive clubs, latest rock bands, and underground jazz joints in all the towns. Kharkiv, a large university town, has Ukraine’s leading music scene.
The marketplaces are essential to students trying to learn more about the culture of Ukraine. The market is a great place to people watch, and has an abundance of sights, tastes, and smells. If you’re there on July 6th, join in the Midsummer’s Eve celebration when couples scour the woods for medicinal herbs and take midnight dips in lakes and streams.
SCHOLARSHIPS
Don't let the cost of studying abroad deter you- many scholarships are available to help you make your dream of studying abroad into a reality. Be sure to check with your university for other funding opportunities!
EESA-Eastern European Study Abroad provides scholarships of up to $7,000 and the program fees are some of the lowest you'll find. EESA offers unique programs in Ukraine: intensive language study and courses in English with field trips to 6 countries. Semester, year, summer and short term programs are available.
The Gilman Scholarship Program distributes additional scholarships to students receiving Pell Grants. They have a preference for students with disabilities and students from ethnic minorities to increase diversity amongst study abroad students.
Boren Scholarships give scholarships to study languages that are “vital to national security,” including Ukrainian and Russian. Scholarships bring as much as $20,000.
The School of Russian and Asian Studies is a unique resource for studying abroad in Eurasia. This program offers translation internships, grants, and research awards.
POPULAR DESTINATIONS
Kiev, the capital of Ukraine, is a beautiful and scenic city situated on the Dnieper River. Students have the chance to explore Khreshchatyk Street, the main street in the heart of the city, which is closed to traffic on weekends and filled with artisans and street entertainers. There are numerous cave monasteries in Ukraine, where you have the opportunity to visit mummified monks and access the underground churches. Students will also be fascinated by the massive Museum of Folk Architecture and Rural Life, which features six restored rural Ukrainian villages, with old huts, wooden mills, and churches – meant to show how people used to live in different times and regions of Ukraine.
Located in the north of Central Ukraine, Chernihiv is known as one of the most ancient and interesting cities of Ukraine. Its sacred Christian temples were created over a thousand years ago but are almost completely intact. Chernihiv has been settled by human for over 2000 years so it's brimming with cultural treasures and historic ties. Study abroad students can still visit the baroque buildings and churches to feel the rich Ukrainian history resounding from preserved artifacts.
Lviv is the biggest city of the region and a major Ukrainian culture center. Once here, study abroad students have the chance to visit Market Square and brave souls can climb up 400 steps to the top of the central tower. With a great view of the Old Town it's one of the most romantic spots in the city. There are plenty of entertainment in Lviv, including an Opera, Ballet, the National Academic Theatre, and plenty of museums and art galleries that give students a closer look at Ukrainian culture.
Please see the below and the link to the additional information about the topic of study abroad in Ukraine and the programs that are available for your reference.
https://www.gooverseas.com/study-abroad/ukraine
https://www.studyabroad101.com/countries/ukraine
PLANNING YOUR TRIP
How to Choose a Program
Ukraine is one of the most peaceful and stable among ex-USSR countries, and offers a high quality of life. Ukrainians are also widely known for their hospitality!
Language: Ukrainian students study in their native language, while foreign students have a choice of either English or the local language. English programs are highly available here.
Housing:
Programs in Ukraine provide three housing options, a home-stay, an apartment, or a residence hall. Home-stays with a Ukrainian family are often recommended because they offer a more complete “cultural immersion.” Before choosing to study abroad in Ukraine, a student should definitely have in mind what kind of housing they hope to have!
Student Visa
Students should contact the Ukrainian embassy in their own country in order to apply for a student visa. Study abroad students will need a valid form of identification, passport, medical records, and a copy of the Certificate of Completed Higher Secondary Education. US citizens who stay in Ukraine for less than six months on a private, tourist, or business visa do not need to register with local authorities.
Social life and Student Culture
Ukraine has an abundance of the great outdoors for students to explore. Beach fans will love the beautiful Crimea white-sand and blue Mediterranean waters. In the Carpathian mountains, hikers can find ways to entertain themselves for hours on end.
For a post-apocalyptic experience, students can visit the nuclear disaster area of Chernobyl. Tour companies drive groups into the plant, where they pass through deserted villages and an eerie overgrown landscape.
At night, study abroad students have the chance to check out the nightlife, with its exclusive clubs, latest rock bands, and underground jazz joints in all the towns. Kharkiv, a large university town, has Ukraine’s leading music scene.
The marketplaces are essential to students trying to learn more about the culture of Ukraine. The market is a great place to people watch, and has an abundance of sights, tastes, and smells. If you’re there on July 6th, join in the Midsummer’s Eve celebration when couples scour the woods for medicinal herbs and take midnight dips in lakes and streams.
SCHOLARSHIPS
Don't let the cost of studying abroad deter you- many scholarships are available to help you make your dream of studying abroad into a reality. Be sure to check with your university for other funding opportunities!
EESA-Eastern European Study Abroad provides scholarships of up to $7,000 and the program fees are some of the lowest you'll find. EESA offers unique programs in Ukraine: intensive language study and courses in English with field trips to 6 countries. Semester, year, summer and short term programs are available.
The Gilman Scholarship Program distributes additional scholarships to students receiving Pell Grants. They have a preference for students with disabilities and students from ethnic minorities to increase diversity amongst study abroad students.
Boren Scholarships give scholarships to study languages that are “vital to national security,” including Ukrainian and Russian. Scholarships bring as much as $20,000.
The School of Russian and Asian Studies is a unique resource for studying abroad in Eurasia. This program offers translation internships, grants, and research awards.
POPULAR DESTINATIONS
Kiev, the capital of Ukraine, is a beautiful and scenic city situated on the Dnieper River. Students have the chance to explore Khreshchatyk Street, the main street in the heart of the city, which is closed to traffic on weekends and filled with artisans and street entertainers. There are numerous cave monasteries in Ukraine, where you have the opportunity to visit mummified monks and access the underground churches. Students will also be fascinated by the massive Museum of Folk Architecture and Rural Life, which features six restored rural Ukrainian villages, with old huts, wooden mills, and churches – meant to show how people used to live in different times and regions of Ukraine.
Located in the north of Central Ukraine, Chernihiv is known as one of the most ancient and interesting cities of Ukraine. Its sacred Christian temples were created over a thousand years ago but are almost completely intact. Chernihiv has been settled by human for over 2000 years so it's brimming with cultural treasures and historic ties. Study abroad students can still visit the baroque buildings and churches to feel the rich Ukrainian history resounding from preserved artifacts.
Lviv is the biggest city of the region and a major Ukrainian culture center. Once here, study abroad students have the chance to visit Market Square and brave souls can climb up 400 steps to the top of the central tower. With a great view of the Old Town it's one of the most romantic spots in the city. There are plenty of entertainment in Lviv, including an Opera, Ballet, the National Academic Theatre, and plenty of museums and art galleries that give students a closer look at Ukrainian culture.
Chris Urban
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Chris’s Answer
In answering this, I assume you are going to college. If you are not, then you can looking into ways to teach English to go abroad. If you are going to college, then find out where the International office is and find out about when to enroll, what the requirements are and what the costs are. Then you are on your way. Most universities have a good exchange program to most countries. If there is not another school in Ukraine that works with your school, you can go to a neighboring country and then travel to Ukraine often and it may be a non issue. I have never been to Asia or central Europe but I have known folks that have said it is similar to traveling between states in the US, ie pretty easy and so you can just travel there as needed or desired; however, you should be able to just study abroad in Ukraine.
Jahid Miah
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San Francisco, California
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Jahid’s Answer
This depends, if you are a high school student you have the option to apply to schools in Ukraine or waiting tell college. Most colleges have a study abroad office that will walk you through the process on studying abroad and where that specific college has connections too. Keep in mind not all colleges have the same study abroad programs and you might need to do some research on study abroad opportunities to Ukraine before you choice a college.