Why Butler University Supports The Abroad View Foundation

  • The Institute for Study Abroad, Butler University has been a sponsor of the Abroad View Foundation since its inception.  The goals of fostering global awareness and cross cultural understanding are ones that IFSA-Butler shares with the Abroad View Foundation. IFSA-Butler’s thousands of students studying around the world and those returning from study abroad programs can grow from exploring their experiences and views and through the writings and ideas of the Abroad View Foundation’s website and magazines. IFSA-Butler will continue to work closely with the Abroad View Foundation to support future endeavors in knowledge development and global understanding of study abroad students.

Butler University

 

Mission Statement:

The Institute for Study Abroad, Butler University (IFSA-Butler) is committed to providing qualified undergraduate college and university students with integrated and excellent academic study abroad experiences at first-rate institutions abroad, complemented and enriched by comprehensive student support services. Our goals for the IFSA-Butler student experience include:

Advancement of academic achievement
Commitment to cultural exchange and discussion
Appreciation for diversity
Personal understanding and respect for others
Growth of independence and self-confidence

IFSA-Butler is committed to helping students reach their goals by providing comprehensive student services through IFSA-Butler offices in the United States and abroad, fully staffed by knowledgeable and trained personnel. It is our goal that the IFSA-Butler study abroad experience will assist students to become more culturally aware and better able to contribute as effective and involved citizens in today’s global society.

Why Choose IFSA-Butler?

At IFSA-Butler, we believe our program fees offer more comprehensive student support services than any other study abroad organization. In addition to a great academic and cultural experience abroad, our fees include the following:

Academics Tuition
Full academic advising and course selection/approval assistance
Butler University transcript for easy credit transfer
Academic records maintenance
Grade and credit query assistance

Housing
Guaranteed pre-arranged housing on and off campus
Fully furnished accommodation
Variety of housing and meal plan options offered
Host family stays in Spanish-speaking countries
Independent housing option available in some locations

Predeparture Support Services
Personalized advising with your IFSA-Butler program coordinator
Welcome packet
Preparing to Study Abroad guide
Financing Study Abroad guide
Newsletter updates
Parental support, including Preparing to Study Abroad guide and Financing Study Abroad guide Assistance in accommodating students with disabilities
Financial aid assistance and transfers
Travel and student visa assistance
Group flight arrangements to most destinations
On-site services
Airport pickup for group flights
Full-time IFSA-Butler staff abroad for assistance and support 4- to 10-day orientation programs (including transportation, accommodation, activities, student handbook and welcome materials, and most meals)
Intensive language program for Spanish-speaking programs
Transportation to host university accommodation following orientation
New student orientation at host university
Newsletter updates throughout the semester
IFSA-Butler welcome meal
Excursions and activities
Mid-semester weekend excursions and adventure trips
Cultural activities and social events
Day trips and sightseeing tours
Health services and emergency assistance
Full medical insurance plan for all students
24-hour emergency assistance and support from on-site IFSA-Butler staff
Access to local medical facilities

Finances
Numerous scholarships available
Monthly payment plan available
Ability to pay by credit card
Support for U.S. university direct billing arrangements

Student Resources
Read current abroad students blogs
See the country you will be going to in our videos and photo galleries
Join the IFSA-Butler Alumni Network and stay connected

Unless otherwise stated, fees for English-speaking programs do not include meals. The program fees for Spanish-speaking countries include at least one meal per day. Some U.S. colleges and universities ("direct bill institutions") pay IFSA-Butler fees on behalf of their students. Students attending these direct bill institutions pay the IFSA-Butler program fee directly to their home college or university. Students from direct-bill colleges and universities may pay a different fee, but they receive the same outstanding services from IFSA-Butler.