Students pose with a statue in a village near Oaxaca, Mexico.
The international Faculty Directed Programs enable small groups of students led by UM professors to explore the culture, language, literature and history of another country, in most cases earning credits toward their degrees at UM as they do so. Each program is specially developed and organized for students traveling as a group. In many cases, the emphasis in the program is on the acquisition or improvement of foreign language skills, with homestays, instruction at a selected institution, and some opportunities to travel to surrounding areas. Each program is unique, and offers invaluable experience and education to participating students. The length of the programs varies, as does cost.