Study Abroad

Family and Friends

The Towson University Study Abroad Office encourages parents, friends and family to take an active role in supporting a student's interest in study abroad. Your support and encouragement can make all the difference in the success of their study abroad experience.

Advice for Parents: Frequently Asked Questions by William Hoffa, Academic Consultants International

Study Abroad Pre-departure Information for Parents and Guardians

We are excited and proud of your son or daughter for deciding to study abroad. This represents their courage to leave everything familiar behind and travel to live and study somewhere new. They will be going through major changes in their daily life, personality and outlook in the months ahead. Your support is vital to their success.

We hope this guide will prepare you, and help you to prepare your son or daughter for their sojourn abroad and for their return.