Students may also work abroad for a semester or complete a semester combining both study and work in these countries. To qualify for study and work abroad opportunities, students need to have completed 30 semester hours with an overall grade point average of 2.75. Each participant needs the recommendation of two Black Hawk College faculty. All BHC policies for students completing coursework provided on-campus also apply to students participating in study abroad programs. Students need to prove health insurance coverage or purchase it prior to departure.
Students reside with host families, where they are have morning and evening meals.
All accommodations are approved by the international college or university. Study abroad programs are available each semester, including summers. In addition to completing a full schedule of classes, study abroad students may participate in field trips to historic sites and places of traditional tourist interest. A study abroad fee is paid for participating in most study abroad programs. Students receiving financial assistance normally may continue that coverage while participating in study abroad programs.