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With opportunities all over the globe, Greeners can dig deep and explore their passions through a variety of study abroad opportunities. Connect what you love to your goals and learn how Evergreen can be your way to the world.

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Study Abroad in Mexico

Do What You Love, Anywhere 

Whether you are following a pre-built path or forging your own, explore study abroad programs related to your interests.

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Evergreen Faculty-led Programs Abroad

Live and learn abroad with faculty and fellow Greeners.

Build community and study themes before travel, then engage in theory to practice while abroad with individual courses and engaging programs. Travel and learn with a group of Evergreen students and faculty for up to one quarter. For multi-quarter programs, the study abroad component of each program typically takes place Spring Quarter.

Bittersweet: Cocoa and Permaculture in Trinidad

Freeport, Trinidad and Tobago

Hosted at Wa Samaki Ecosystems located on 35 acres in central Trinidad, students will learn all about cocoa - from the PNW origin of fine craft chocolate to the origin of Trinitario cacao, this program invites students to engage with diverse cultures of taste while earning an International Permaculture Design Certificate.

Winter 2025

Entrepreneurship and Culture on Silk Roads

various cities, vietnam

Learn about the intersections of business, economics, culture, health, and arts and their essential roles in the development of successful and sustainable enterprises. Explore and study contemporary and historical routes and the transformation of societies along the Silk Roads through globalization and learn about different economic models.

Spring 2025

The Spanish-Speaking World: Cultural Crossings

Mérida, Mexico

Open to students of all language levels and coordinated with the HABLA Language School and Culture Center, engage in immersive language-learning, field trips around the Yucatán peninsula, work with local community organizations, and seminars focused on the history and culture of Mexico and the Yucatán peninsula."

Spring 2025

Evergreen Exchange Programs

Immerse yourself for a semester or year-long experience. Attend an Evergreen international or domestic partner institution while paying regular Evergreen tuition and earning credit toward your Evergreen degree. Students pay for their own travel and living expenses overseas. 

Consortium for Innovative Environments in Learning

Domestic partnerships (U.S.A.-based)

The Evergreen State College is a member of the CIEL, offering Evergreen students the opportunity to study for one term to one academic year at one of 12 other member institutions around the U.S. 

Hochschule Weihenstephan-Triesdorf University of Applied Sciences

Freising, Germany; Triesdorf, Germany

Offered at both the Weihenstephan and Triesdorf campuses. Best for undergraduate and graduate students interested in Food, Agriculture, and/or Environmental Studies. 

University of Hyogo

Kobe, Japan

The university focuses on business and economics, has numerous graduate schools, research centers and more. Students typically focus on Japanese language study, cultural studies of all types and a self-designed research project. 

University of Miyazaki

Miyazaki City, Japan

The university has four undergraduate schools, two graduate schools, research centers and more. Students typically focus on Japanese language study, cultural studies of all types and a self-designed research project. 

Roskilde University

Roskilde, Denmark 

Group project work at Roskilde is the central element in the learning model, comprising 50% of a student’s learning experience. Groups of students tackle various local, national or international problems and bring various disciplinary perspectives to proposed solutions. 

WuYi University

Wuyishan, China 

Located in Wuyishan, an international tourism city which is the world natural and cultural heritage site, is a public university approved by the Ministry of Education of the People's republic of China.

Consortium Programs

Access coursework unavailable at Evergreen with more than 200 unique experiences and destination programs around the world while earning credit toward their Evergreen degree. Students remain enrolled at Evergreen, but pay the provider's fees rather than Evergreen tuition. 

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Consortium Program Benefits and Details

Program Benefits 

  • Partner Programs offer more than 200 destination programs with a multitude of formats and options.
  • Financial aid awards transfer and can be used to pay for program costs.
  • Credit earned through consortium programs counts as credit earned at Evergreen, so it overrides the usual transfer credit limits set by Evergreen.

Program Details

While enrolled in a Consortium program, students pay the program's tuition and fees, but not Evergreen tuition. Evergreen does charge a Consortium enrollment fee of $425.00 per semester away.

Credit that you earn transfers from the partner institution to Evergreen smoothly as long as students earn grades of 'C' or better.  A grade of 'C-' or below will not qualify for transfer credit.

Domestic United States-based Programs

Unaffiliated Program Petition

If you wish to participate in a program that is NOT affiliated with Evergreen, you must petition to the Office of International Programs and Services for approval. This approval is required so you can remain enrolled at Evergreen during your program, maintain your financial aid, and receive Evergreen credit for your participation. Before starting the petition, search existing partnerships through the Evergreen Study Abroad Portal. What you’re looking for may already exist.

Eligibility

  • Be 18 years or older by the time the program starts
  • Be in good academic standing
  • Meet all program eligibility requirements
  • Be in good conduct standing with the college
  • The unaffiliated program must offer a transcript upon completion from an accredited institution.

Deadlines to File Petition

  • Departing in Fall - May 1
  • Departing in Winter - September 15
  • Departing in Spring - January 15
  • Departing in Summer - April 15

Timing and Credits

If your program is approved, students must be enrolled full time. Typically, credit loads are as follows:

  • Quarter - at least 12 credits
  • Semester - at least 18 credits
  • Academic Year - At least 36 credits

Exact credit amounts determined upon return from study abroad program.

Cost

Approved unaffiliated programs are treated as consortium programs which require a $425 Consortium Enrollment Fee from Evergreen. All unaffiliated program participants from Evergreen must purchase Evergreen’s international insurance plan.

The program fee is set by and paid to the program provider directly from the student.

How to File a Petition

To file a petition, the Evergreen student must write a statement addressing the following:

  • How does this program suit your needs better than any other affiliated Evergreen program? You may consider the program structure, disability supports, credits, academic offerings, and/or cost.

Your statement cannot be more than 300 words. Accepted formats include MS Word, PDF, or in the body of an email. 

Petitions must be sent to studyabroad@evergreen.edu by the deadlines listed above and include a subject line “Unaffiliated Program Petition”.

What to Expect after Filing a Petition

Students will get a response from the Office of International Programs & Services within two weeks of filing. The office may gather a committee to review your petition.

If your unaffiliated program is approved, you will be asked to apply through Evergreen, like any other consortium program. Applicants must meet specified deadlines. After receiving application approval, students must complete pre-departure requirements specified in the Evergreen Study Abroad Portal.

Questions

Any questions about the process or unaffiliated programs can be directed to studyabroad@evergreen.edu.

Individual Study Abroad

Don't see a program that supports your goals? Create your own based on your interests and timeframe! Evergreen's unique Individual Learning contracts can take place in another country allowing students to create their own study abroad experience. Students will work with a faculty advisor at Evergreen and a field advisor where they plan to complete their contract. 

Students are responsible for planning and arranging details of their individual study abroad. Students may incorporate outside entities into their contracts, such as a language school. This option is often the least expensive route to overseas study. 

Project Examples:

  • Develop your photography portfolio
  • Intern with a refugee resettlement organization
  • Participate in a health and nutrition project

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Study Abroad Programs by Path

A great place to start if you know what you love, but not where you want to go. Find a study abroad program with sufficient coursework related to your path and interests. 

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El Camino: Latinx Studies, Latin American Studies, and Multilingual Education

Latin & Latinx studies, multilingual education, english language

El Camino: Latinx Studies, Latin American Studies, and Multilingual Education
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Study Abroad ProgramWorld RegionProgram TypeTopicsAdditional Information

The Spanish-Speaking World: Cultural Crossing (Mexico) 
Next Offered 2024-25

North America, 
Latin America
Evergreen 
Faculty-led 
Course Abroad
 typically offered every other academic year; full academic year program with spring quarter abroad
AIFS AbroadMultipleConsortium  
API AbroadMultipleConsortium   
Arcos Learning AbroadMultipleConsortium  
Augsburg CGEE: Student Teaching in MexicoNorth America, 
Latin America
ConsortiumTeaching English 
Center for Global Education and Experience (CGEE)MultipleConsortium  
CIEEMultipleConsortium  
CIEE in Santiago de los Caballeros, Dominican RepublicNorth America, CaribbeanConsortiumTeaching English 
IFSA ButlerMultipleConsortium  
International Partnership for Service Learning (IPSL)MultipleConsortium  
PLU Gateway in Oaxaca, MexicoNorth America, 
Latin America
Consortium  
SIT Study AbroadMultipleConsortium  
University Studies Abroad Consortium (USAC)MultipleConsortium  
USAC in Gwangju, South KoreaEast AsiaConsortiumTeaching English 

Environmental Studies

Botany, earth science, ecology, marine science, natural resource management, zoology

Environmental Studies
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Study Abroad ProgramWorld RegionProgram TypeTopics
AIFS American College of GreeceEuropeConsortiumMarine Science
AIFS Valencia, SpainEuropeConsortiumEcology, Natural Resource Management
API Abroad Dubrovnik, CroatiaEuropeConsortiumMarine Science
API Abroad Costa RicaCentral America, Latin AmericaConsortiumEcology, Marine Science, Natural Resource Management, Zoology
CIEE in BotswanaSouthern Africa, Sub-saharan AfricaConsortiumBotany, Earth Science
Hochschule Weihenstephan-Triesdorf UniversityEuropeEvergreen ExchangeNatural Resource Management
PLU Gateway in NamibiaSouthern Africa, Sub-saharan AfricaConsortiumEarth Science, Ecology, Natural Resource Mangement
School for Field StudiesMultipleConsortiumBotany, Ecology, Marine Science, Zoology
SIT Madagascar: Biodiversity and Natural Resource ManagementEast AfricaConsortiumNatural Resource Management
SIT Tanzania: Zanzibar Coastal Ecology and Natural Resource ManagementEast AfricaConsortiumEcology, Natural Resource Management
USAC Australia – Gold CoastOceaniaConsortiumEcology, Marine Science, Natural Resource Management
USAC Australia - MelbourneOceaniaConsortiumMarine Science, Zoology 
USAC in Cork, IrelandEuropeConsortiumBotany
USAC in Reading, EnglandEurope ConsortiumEcology
USAC Stellenbosch, South AfricaSouthern Africa, Sub-saharan AfricaConsortiumEarth Science, Ecology
USAC in SwedenEuropeConsortiumEcology
Victoria University of Wellington in New ZealandOceaniaConsortiumEarth Science, Ecology
Wildlands StudiesMultipleConsortiumBotany, Ecology, Marine Science

Food and Agriculture

Food access, food systems, sustainable agriculture

Food and Agriculture
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Study Abroad ProgramWorld RegionProgram TypeTopics
API Abroad Costa RicaCentral America, 
Latin America
Consortium 
API Abroad Lorenzo de’Medici: The Italian International Institute, FlorenceEuropeConsortium 
CIEE in Legon, GhanaSouthern Africa, Sub-saharan AfricaConsortium 
DIS Abroad in Copenhagen, DenmarkEuropeConsortium 
Hochschule Weihenstephan-Triesdorf UniversityEuropeEvergreen Exchange 
IPSL in GreeceEuropeConsortium 
IPSL in South AfricaSouthern Africa, Sub-saharan AfricaConsortium 
PLU Gateway in Trinidad and TobagoSouth America, CaribbeanConsortium 
SIT Italy (Summer)EuropeConsortiumFood Security and Nutrition
SIT Study AbroadMultipleConsortiumIHP Food Systems
USAC in Gwangju, South KoreaEast AsiaConsortium 
USAC at Massey University in New ZealandOceaniaConsortium 
USAC in Reading, EnglandEuropeConsortium 
USAC Stellenbosch, South AfricaSouthern Africa, Sub-saharan AfricaConsortium 
USAC at University College Cork in Ireland EuropeConsortiumFood Business and Development

Humanities: Culture, Text, and Language in World Societies 

Global business and culture, history, arts, literature

Humanities: Culture, Text, and Language in World Societies 
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Study Abroad ProgramWorld RegionProgram TypeTopicsAdditional Information
Paris Muse: Evoking Place in Literature, History, and Music (France)EuropeEvergreen Faculty-led Course Abroad  yearlong program with experience in France in spring term
Greece and Italy: An Artistic and Literary Odyssey (Greece and Italy) EuropeEvergreen Faculty-led Course Abroad  typically offered every three years;  full academic year program with partial spring quarter abroad
Ireland in History and Memory (Ireland) next offered 2025-26EuropeEvergreen Faculty-led Course Abroad  yearlong program with experience in Ireland in part of spring quarter
The Spanish-Speaking World: Cultural Crossing (Mexico) 
Next Offered 2024-25
North America, Latin AmericaEvergreen Faculty-led Course Abroad  typically offered every other academic year; full academic year program with spring quarter abroad
Roskilde University, DenmarkEuropeEvergreen ExchangeCultural Encounters,  Global Humanities 
University of Hyogo, JapanEast AsiaEvergreen ExchangeJapanese Language and Culture  
University of Miyazaki, JapanEast AsiaEvergreen ExchangeJapanese Language and Culture and Business  
WuYi Universisty, ChinaEast AsiaEvergreen Exchange  

Integrated Biology and Chemistry

Biology, cell and molecular biology, chemistry, medical care, microbiology, pre-health sciences

Integrated Biology and Chemistry
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Study Abroad ProgramWorld RegionProgram TypeTopics
AIFS in Valencia, SpainEuropeConsortium Biology, Pre-health sciences 
American University of Cairo, EgyptNorthern AfricaConsortium Biology, Chemistry
API at Maynooth University in IrelandEuropeConsortium Biology, Chemistry, Cell or molecular biology
DIS in CopenhagenEuropeConsortium Biology
DIS in StockholmEuropeConsortium Biology, Medical care
PLU Gateway in NamibiaSouthern Africa, Sub-saharan AfricaConsortium Biology, Chemistry, Microbiology
Roskilde University, DenmarkEuropeEvergreen ExchangeBiology, Chemistry, Cell or molecular biology
USAC in Australia, Gold CoastOceaniaConsortium Biology, Chemistry, Microbiology, Cell or molecular biology
USAC in Brighton, EnglandEuropeConsortium Biology
USAC at Cork, IrelandEuropeConsortium Chemistry, Microbiology
USAC in Da Nang, VietnamSoutheast AsiaConsortiumBiomedical Science
USAC in Maastricht, Netherlands EuropeConsortium Biology, Chemistry, Pre-health sciences
USAC in Reading, EnglandEuropeConsortium Biology, Chemistry
USAC at St. Andrews, ScotlandEuropeConsortium Biology, Chemistry, Cell or molecular biology
USAC Stellenbosch, South AfricaSouthern Africa, Sub-saharan AfricaConsortium Biology, Chemistry, Cell or molecular biology
USAC at Yonsei University, South KoreaEast AsiaConsortium Chemistry, Cell or molecular biology
Victoria University of Wellington, New ZealandOceaniaConsortium Biology, Chemistry

Literary Arts and Studies

Creative writing, poetry, world literature

Literary Arts and Studies
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Study Abroad ProgramWorld RegionProgram TypeTopics
AIFS Contemporary Hispanic Studies in Seville, SpainEuropeConsortiumLiterature
AIFS in Granada, SpainEuropeConsortiumLiterature
American University of Cairo, EgyptNorthern AfricaConsortiumLiterature
API at Charles University, Czech RepublicEuropeConsortiumLiterature
API in Rome, ItalyEuropeConsortiumCreative Writing
CIEE in BotswanaSouthern Africa, Sub-saharan AfricaConsortiumLiterature
DIS Abroad in Copenhagen and StockholmEuropeConsortiumLiterature
PLU Gateway in Trinidad and TobagoSouth America, CaribbeanConsortiumLiterature
SIT Czech RepublicEuropeConsortiumCreative Writing
USAC in Cork, IrelandEuropeConsortiumLiterature
USAC programs in EnglandEuropeConsortiumLiterature, Creative Writing
USAC in Maastricht, NetherlandsEuropeConsortiumLiterature
USAC at Massey University, New ZealandOceaniaConsortiumLiterature
USAC Stirling, ScotlandEuropeConsortiumLiterature
Victoria University of Wellington, New ZealandOceaniaConsortiumCreative Writing

Mathematical, Physical and Computer Sciences

Computer science, finance, mathematics, physics

Mathematical, Physical and Computer Sciences
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Study Abroad ProgramWorld RegionProgram TypeTopics
American University of Cairo, EgyptNorthern AfricaConsortiumComputer Science, Mathematics, Physics
API Abroad in IcelandEuropeConsortiumComputer Science
API at Maynooth University in IrelandEuropeConsortiumComputer Science, Mathematics, Physics
Budapest Semesters in Mathemtics EuropeConsortiumMathematics
DIS in Copenhagen and StockholmEuropeConsortiumComputer Science
IFSA in Rome, Italy EuropeConsortiumFinancial Mathematics
PLU Gateway in NamibiaSouthern Africa, Sub-saharan AfricaConsortiumComputer Science, Mathematics, Physics
Roskilde University, DenmarkEuropeEvergreen ExchangeComputer Science, Mathematics, Physics
USAC in Australia, Gold CoastOceaniaConsortiumComputer Science, Mathematics
USAC in Brighton, EnglandEuropeConsortiumComputer Science
USAC at Cork, IrelandEuropeConsortiumComputer Science, Mathematics, Physics
USAC in Da Nang, VietnamSoutheast AsiaConsortiumComputer Science
USAC at Korea University, South KoreaEast AsiaConsortiumComputer Science, Mathematics, Physics
USAC in Reading, EnglandEuropeConsortiumComputer Science, Mathematics, Physics
USAC at St. Andrews, ScotlandEuropeConsortiumComputer Science, Mathematics, Physics
USAC Stellenbosch, South AfricaSouthern Africa, Sub-saharan AfricaConsortiumComputer Science, Math, Physics
USAC in Stirling, ScotlandEurope ConsortiumComputer Science, Mathematics
USAC in SwedenEurope ConsortiumComputer Science, Mathematics
Victoria University of Wellington, New ZealandOceaniaConsortiumComputer Science, Mathematics

Native American and Indigenous Programs

Globalization, indigenous cultures and traditions, traditional medicine, public health

Native American and Indigenous Programs
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Study Abroad ProgramWorld RegionProgram TypeTopicsAdditional Information
API Abroad at Maynooth University in Dublin, IrelandEuropeConsortiumIrish Heritage Certificates 
IPSL in PeruSouth America, Latin AmericaConsortium  
Ireland in History and Memory (Ireland) next offered 2025-26EuropeEvergreen Faculty-led Course Abroad yearlong program with experience in Ireland in part of spring quarter
PLU Gateway in NamibiaSouthern Africa, Sub-saharan AfricaConsortium  
PLU Gateway in Trinidad and TobagoSouth America, CaribbeanConsortium  
SIT ChileSouth America, Latin AmericaConsortiumPublic Health, Traditional Medicine, and Community Empowerment 
SIT NepalAsiaConsortiumTibetan and Himalayan Peoples 
SIT PeruSouth America, Latin AmericaConsortiumIndigenous Peoples and Globalization 
The Spanish-Speaking World: Cultural Crossing (Mexico) 
Next Offered 2024-25
North America, Latin AmericaEvergreen Faculty-led Course Abroad typically offered every other academic year; full academic year program with spring quarter abroad
USAC at Griffith University in Gold Coast, AustrailiaOceania ConsortiumIndigenous Studies 
USAC at University College Cork in Ireland EuropeConsortium  

Political Economy, Global Studies, and Environmental Justice

Global business and culture, language, political science, environmentalism

Political Economy, Global Studies, and Environmental Justice
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Study Abroad ProgramWorld RegionProgram TypeTopicsAdditional Information
Center for Global Education and Experience (CGEE)MultipleConsortium  
DIS AbroadEuropeConsortium  
Greece and Italy: An Artistic and Literary Odyssey EuropeEvergreen Faculty-led Course Abroad typically offered every three years;  full academic year program with partial spring quarter abroad
International Programs for Service Learning (IPSL)MultipleConsortium  
Ireland in History and Memory - next offered 2025-26EuropeEvergreen Faculty-led Course Abroad yearlong program with experience in Ireland in part of spring quarter
Paris Muse: Evoking Place in Literature, History, and Music (France)EuropeEvergreen Faculty-led Course Abroad yearlong program with experience in France in spring term
Roskilde University, DenmarkEuropeEvergreen ExchangeCultural Encounters, International Studies 
The Spanish-Speaking World: Cultural Crossing (Mexico) 
Next Offered 2024-25
North America, Latin AmericaEvergreen Faculty-led Course Abroad typically offered every other academic year; full academic year program with spring quarter abroad
University of Hyogo, JapanEast AsiaEvergreen ExchangeJapanese Language and Culture 
University of Miyazaki, JapanEast AsiaEvergreen ExchangeJapanese Language and Culture and Business  
Victoria University Wellington, New Zealand OceaniaConsortium typically offered every other academic year; full academic year program with spring quarter abroad
WuYi Univeristy, ChinaEast AsiaEvergreen Exchange  

Psychology, Health and Community

Health care, nutrition, mental health, community studies

Psychology, Health and Community
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Study Abroad ProgramWorld RegionProgram TypeTopicsAdditional Information
American University of Cairo, EgyptNorthern AfricaConsortiumPsychology 
AIFS in Valencia, SpainEuropeConsortiumHealth 
API Abroad in Costa RicaCentral America, Latin AmericaConsortiumHealth 
CGEE Social Work Cuernavaca, MexicoNorth America, Latin AmericaConsortiumCommunity Studies 
CIEE Psychology and Health Sciences in Seville, SpainEuropeConsortiumPsychology, Health 
DIS Abroad in Copenhagen and StockholmEuropeConsortiumPsychology, Health 
IPSL in South AfricaSouthern Africa, Sub-saharan AfricaConsortiumHealth 
PLU Gateway in NamibiaSouthern Africa, Sub-saharan AfricaConsortiumPsychology, Community Studies 
PLU Gateway in Trinidad and TobagoSouth America, CaribbeanConsortiumPsychology, Community Studies 
Roskilde University, DenmarkEuropeEvergreen ExchangePsychology 
SIT Study Abroad: Global Health and WellbeingMultipleConsortiumHealth 
The Spanish-Speaking World: Cultural Crossing (Mexico) 
Next Offered 2024-25
North America, Latin AmericaEvergreen Faculty-led Course Abroad typically offered every other academic year; full academic year program with spring quarter abroad
USAC in Australia, Gold CoastOceaniaConsortiumPschology, Community Studies, Health 
USAC in IndiaSouth AsiaConsortiumCommunity Studies 
USAC in London at London Metropolitan UniversityEuropeConsortiumHealth, Nutrition 
USAC in Maastricht, NetherlandsEuropeConsortiumPsychology, Health 
USAC Reggio Emilia, ItalyEuropeConsortiumPsychology 
USAC in Seoul at Korea UniversityEast AsiaConsortiumHealth 
USAC Stellenbosch, South AfricaSouthern Africa, Sub-saharan AfricaConsortiumPsychology, Health 
USAC in Stirling, ScotlandEuropeConsortiumPsychology 
USAC in SwedenEuropeConsortiumHealth 
USAC in Thailand, Chaing MaiSoutheast AsiaConsortiumCommunity Studies 
Victoria University of Wellington, New ZealandOceaniaConsortiumPsychology, Health 

Visual and Media Arts

Communications, design, fashion, film and media production, fine arts, museum studies, music, photography

Visual and Media Arts
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Study Abroad ProgramWorld RegionProgram TypeTopics
AIFS LCI BarcelonaEuropeConsortiumPhotography, Fashion
American University of Cairo, EgyptNorthern AfricaConsortiumFilm
API Abroad Arts with British Students at U of the Arts LondonEuropeConsortiumAnimation, Fine Arts, Studio Arts, Photography, Fashion
API Abroad Kingston University LondonEuropeConsortiumAudio
API Abroad Lorenzo de’Medici: The Italian International Institute, FlorenceEuropeConsortiumFashion
CIEE Film Studies in Prague, Czech RepublicEuropeConsortiumFilm
DIS Film Studies in CopenhagenEuropeConsortiumFilm
DIS in Copenhagen or StockholmEuropeConsortiumPhotography, Film
IFSA University of Adelaide in AustraliaOceaniaConsortiumAudio
USAC at Khon Kaen in ThailandSoutheast AsiaConsortiumAnimation, Film, Broadcasting
USAC at Kookmin University in Seoul, South KoreaEast AsiaConsortiumAnimation, Fine Arts, Studio Arts, Fashion
USAC Gold Coast, AustraliaOceaniaConsortiumAnimation, Audio
USAC in Reading, EnglandEuropeConsortiumMuseum Studies
USAC in SwedenEuropeConsortiumAnimation, Film
USAC programs in AustraliaOceaniaConsortiumPhotography, Film
USAC University of Brighton, EnglandEuropeConsortiumFilm
USAC Viterbo, ItalyEuropeConsortiumFine Arts, Studio Arts, Museum Studies
Victoria University of Wellington in New Zealand OceaniaConsortiumAnimationMusicFilm

Next Steps

Finances and other topics to consider before studying abroad.

Questions for Greeners Going Abroad

Find the right fit

Academics 

  • What discipline(s) do you want to study while you’re away?​
  • What study away program(s) align best with your Evergreen area of emphasis? 
  • Which locations would have the greatest access for your academic interests?​
  • Are you looking for a language learning/immersion program?​
  • Are there any Evergreen courses/programs that you need to be on campus for? ​
  • What prerequisites will you need to take before your study away program?​
  • Do you want to participate in an internship or service learning while away?​
  • Do you want to participate in field research while away?​
  • What career-related goals do you have for study away experience (i.e. internships, service learning, knowledge, skills, attitude acquisition, etc.)?​
  • Consider your learning styles/preferences.​
    • Are you independent in your study habits?​
    • Do you need deadlines in order to stick to a study schedule?​
    • Different programs have different assessment formats; some have several assessments through the term, while others may only have one or two exams/papers to determine your overall grade. What assessment format would best help you to succeed?

Wellness

  • Do you receive accommodations through Access Services? What might this look like abroad? ​
  • Do you have mobility limitations? Consider the physical surrounding of your location when choosing a location. How might the physical surroundings either enhance or add challenges to your study away experience? ​
  • What are the program’s physical expectations? If you’re unable to participate in some activities, are there alternatives that you could do? ​
  • Do you have a preexisting condition that requires ongoing care? Would you be able to access care while abroad? How much would it cost?​
  • Do you have allergies? If so, how common is the substance you’re allergic to? Can you avoid it easily while abroad? ​
  • Do you have dietary restrictions? Think about the local diet and how easily you can avoid certain foods. ​
  • Consider medications that you take. Can you take them abroad? Can you get enough for your entire study away experience? Can you get access to the medications in-country? How much will it cost? ​
  • What are your current self care strategies? Which locations would provide the best opportunities to continue with your current strategies and/or explore new strategies?

Personal Interests & Situations 

  • How important is the location to you?​
  • Why might certain areas of the world interest you more than others?​
  • Which locations/programs would have the greatest access for your extracurricular/personal interests? ​
  • What do you personally want to get out of your study away experience?​
  • What sort of housing would you prefer (i.e. residential halls, apartments, home-stays, etc.)?
  • Would you like to study in a rural environment? Urban environment? ​
  • Do you want to go with a group of other Evergreen students?​
  • Would you do best in an environment that is more independent or an environment with a high level of support from on-site staff/faculty?​
  • Would you like to take courses at a foreign university? Would you like to take courses at a program study center with other American or foreign students? ​
  • How might your family feel about you studying away? How can you include them in your experience?​
  • Would you like to have organized study tours included in your program?

Finances

  • What is the cost of living in the location(s) you’re interested in?​
  • Create a projected personal budget to find out what your additional expenses will likely be. This can help determine which location is best for your financial situation. ​
  • How much does it cost to fly to the location? ​
  • Do you want to travel to other locations before, during or after your program? How much will you need to budget for this? ​
  • Can/will you work in your host country? Check laws to find out if you’re able to work, as usually this is not possible.
  • Which scholarships might you be eligible for? What’s the application timeline?​
  • Consider if a visa/residence permit is required. Do you need to travel domestically prior to the program start date to apply for a visa/residence permit? What is the visa processing fee? What is the cost of travel to the nearest consulate? 

Identities 

  • Consider your different identities and how they may be perceived in the host community.​
  • How will you adapt to different perceptions of your identity?​
  • How might your identities change when away?​
  • What might your identities feel like during your day-to-day life while away?​
  • Are there formal laws that may impact your way of being? 

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