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Study abroad becomes an unforgettable experience for many students. Allowing them to live something completely different than usual, where they are able to receive a higher quality education and be able to learn new languages. They are able to enhance their social network and get to know new cultures. Besides, to develop the confidence and strength to become independent adults. All of these become an opportunity that opens many doors for future jobs, giving students the key skills international organizations are looking for. 

About Panama

Why was Panama picked as the #1 place to travel to in 2012 by the New York Times? Although Panama is a small country, about the size of South Carolina, it has a great variety of world-class attractions: exotic tropical rainforests, beautiful mountain refuges, two coasts for Caribbean and Pacific style beaches, more than a 1000 islands, seven living Indian cultures in their own reservations, a Miami-style sophisticated capital city, a vibrant nightlife, full service resorts, exotic off-the-beaten-path getaways, scads of Spanish colonial historical sites, world class golfing, diving, sport fishing, and surfing, not to mention that 8th wonder of the world and engineering marvel, the Panama Canal. It is hard to think of any other destination in the world that has such a variety of attractions so close by and so easy to get to.

Why study abroad in Panama?

Panama is more than a tropical destination — it’s a unique gateway between continents, cultures, and opportunities. With its vibrant capital city, world-famous canal, and incredible biodiversity, Panama offers students a one-of-a-kind global experience.

Here’s why students choose Panama:

  • Strategic Location: At the crossroads of the Americas, Panama connects you to global markets and diverse cultures.
  • Modern and Diverse: Panama City blends modern skyscrapers with rich history, vibrant neighborhoods, and a dynamic economy.
  • Growing Economy: One of Latin America’s fastest-growing economies, Panama is a hub for international business, finance, and trade.
  • Unmatched Natural Beauty: Explore rainforests, two oceans, more than 1,000 islands, and Indigenous cultures — all in one accessible, safe country.
  • Academic Value: Study in English or Spanish, earn credits, gain hands-on experience, and build global networks.

Whether you’re interested in sustainability, business, healthcare, or culture, Panama is your classroom.

  • Population: Approximately 4.5 million (2024)
  • Government: Unitary presidential constitutional republic
  • Per capita income: $17,863
  • GDP: $68.88 billion USD
  • Currency: Panamanian Balboa (PAB) and US Dollar (USD)
  • Ease of Doing Business Rank: 86th out of 190 economies
  • Unemployment rate: 9.5% (as of August 2024)
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Study Abroad benefits

Learn a new language:

Learning a new language can be a huge challenge. However, when you study abroad, you are exposed to new environments where that language is spoken, which gives you the opportunity to put it into practice daily, and becomes an excellent way to improve your language skills.

Besides, as the experience of study abroad allows you to learn the language faster because of the constant practice, you not only learn about the grammatical structures, but develop conversational skills, enabling you to speak almost as if you were a native also.

Enhance your network:

It’s time to make new friends! Regardless of where you go to study, you will always be meeting new people.

However, when you study abroad there’s this unique opportunity to make friends with people from all kinds of different cultures. This variety enriches one’s life because it gives you the chance to learn about other countries and their customs.

Career opportunities:

Study abroad opens many doors to students when they are looking to apply for a job. Frequently, organizations want to hire international employees who are able to thrive in a global environment.

Students who study abroad are able to showcase those key skills that have earned by their experience dealing with different environments and people, which can put on their resumé, as abilities such as: Cross-cultural communication and Understanding of international policy.

Experience and learn from new cultures:

Besides the higher levels of education students receive, another of the biggest advantages of studying abroad is the opportunity to become immersed in a totally different environment: meeting new people with a perspective that contrasts from yours and learning how the world works in different parts of the globe.

From this experience students will also be able to try new foods, visit different places that otherwise they would have never visited, go to local activities and discover many other things the host culture has to offer.

Higher quality education:

Study abroad gives students the opportunity to receive higher levels of education in countries that are recognized for having highly regarded education systems, becoming well-prepared professionals.

Develop your confidence:

Study abroad gives students the opportunity to receive higher levels of education in countries that are recognized for having highly regarded education systems, becoming well-prepared professionals.

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