<p>what is study abroad?</p>
<p>you get to go on vacation to a cool country and maybe learn some stuff while you’re there, but generally just have a good time exploring another culture</p>
<p>that’s the impression I get from the people I know who have studied abroad in HS or college</p>
<p>so do you get college credit? is it free?</p>
<p>Depends on the college. Most of the times, they pay for all/most of the expenses, or you work there part-time.
Also, usually the point is to learn the culture as well as learning academics.</p>