In a world that is becoming increasingly interdependent, study in a foreign country represents a significant means by which students may better attain their educational objectives. A wide variety of programs suitable for students in the Natural Sciences, Social Sciences and Humanities are available in Asia, Latin America, the former Soviet Union and Europe. The College also provides a limited number of overseas study grants specifically reserved for financial aid students. In addition, with the permission of the relevant Muhlenberg department, students may also undertake internships as a part of their study abroad program. Muhlenberg students may study abroad for a year, a semester or in the summer.
Students normally study abroad during their junior year.
During the past five years, Muhlenberg students from virtually all disciplines in the humanities, social science and science divisions have studied at universities in Europe, Asia, Africa and Latin America. In addition, Muhlenberg students have studied on a number of specialized programs in areas such as field research in ecology, theater and the European community. The student will then receive a Muhlenberg Study Abroad Application Packet. The student should complete the application and submit the faculty references included in the packet to appropriate faculty members. The completed application and faculty references are due in the Study Abroad Office no later than February 1.