Students in every course of study are strongly encouraged to spend part of their undergraduate career earning credit through a study abroad experience. Programs offered by the Global Campus vary in focus and discipline, and include language, theme, area studies, integrated classroom, and field study opportunities. Programs are often offered in collaboration with academic departments and on-site foreign institutions, and many have been evaluated to meet the University's liberal education requirements. Students may choose from academic year, semester, quarter, and summer terms. A variety of programs in English are available.
Some programs offer credit-bearing internships in addition to classroom coursework.
Study abroad students typically earn University or transfer credit that appears on their transcript. Students also may explore outside options for which the Global Campus will facilitate credit. Virtually every topic of study is represented in study abroad. The Global Campus is working with University colleges and departments to develop a list of especially good options for each major. Students should consult with Global Campus and major advisers to discuss how study abroad can fit smoothly with any degree program.