Notre Dame places a strong emphasis on education and intellectual growth, but the University also stresses the development of the whole person. One of the most distinctive features of campus life is found in residence halls and in the sense of community at the University. This strong sense of community extends beyond campus boundaries as nearly half of Notre Dame's undergraduates participate in 24 study abroad programs on six continents. Always tied to educational outcomes, study abroad experiences build respect and understanding for different cultures and leadership skills. As important, study abroad programs for engineers are designed to mesh with college curricula, so that spending a semester abroad does not affect your graduation date. International study programs for engineers include: London, England Perth, Australia Dublin, Ireland Monterrey, Mexico Cairo, Egypt Karlsruhe, Germany For more information about international study programs, click [here].