<p>While going out of state can be very broadening for many students, one doesn't need to go to college out of state to get that experience.</p>
<p>Some states are so large and diverse that one can stay in-state and get a broadened perspective. Even in small states, one can learn a lot about the world by going from an urban community to a rural one or vice versa.</p>
<p>In addition, students can learn a lot through semester abroad programs and by doing summer internships in other parts of the country or world.</p>