Providence College
University Information
Study Abroad programs are organized by international education organizations, otherwise known as “program providers.” Program providers can be affiliated with a regular college or university, or they can be separate non-profit organizations. These providers work with academic institutions in the U.S. and abroad to create study opportunities that vary in duration from a summer, semester, or year in length.
Requirements:
All eligibility requirements remain in effect up to the point of departure
Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 (please note some programs may require a higher CGPA)
Must be in at least Junior standing at time of departure
Declared a major prior to December 1st of Sophomore year
Enroll in a minimum of 15 credits per semester abroad
No serious disciplinary record or current probation
Important Dates and Deadlines
No important dates configured."Yes, it was the best time of my life and I do not regret anything that I did while i was abroad. "
Kaitlin E Providence College
"Yes, grew socially and gained desire to pursue further education abroad"
Kari H Providence College
"Yes it definitely was. I learned so much about myself and the rest of the world. "
Emma M Providence College
"I had thought that I wanted to live in Guayaquil for at least some of my life and this trip just confirmed for me that the positive aspects of the city outweigh the negative aspects. Having an internship there gave me a foot in the door if I want a job with them in the future. "
Megan M Providence College
"I'm Type-A and am a leader and like to be in control, but the most important lessons I learned were about how to relax, embrace a new culture, be a team player, roll with the punches and adapt to the unexpected, and view life in terms of "big picture" concepts making me reevaluate my priorities. "
Sarah M Providence College
"Absolutely. People say that you will always have your friends from college, but I feel that way about study abroad. I met some of the most interesting people and made some of my greatest friendships. "
Jessica D Providence College
"I HAVE GROWN SO MUCH AS A PERSON AND LEARNED A LOT ABOUT MYSELF. I DEFINITELY WANT TO RETURN TO SPAIN TO TEACH OR WORK ONCE I GRADUATE."
MEGAN M Providence College
"I definitely became much more independent having to navigate a city by myself. I had never been outside the country before so this was a great experience overall. I definitely want to travel more in Europe now and eventually go back to Barcelona. "
Kathryn S Providence College
"ABSOLUTELY. The way I look at Italy and America is so different than when I first came, for the better. I appreciate things i took for granted in America and I really learned to respect the Italian way of life. "
molly m Providence College
"yes"
Lauren C Providence College
"best 5 months of my life"
Kathryn T Providence College
"Absolutely. My study abroad experience was much more culturally enriching than I ever thought it could be. I was nervous and skeptical before I left the United States, but I am so happy that I chose to step out of my comfort zone and go to Barcelona."
Jennifer S Providence College
"I have become FAR more independent as well as responsible. I now know that I could take on so many challenges in life, by myself, because I just lived in a foreign country, with a language I didn't know and was able to do it for four months...and made it a memory that is engraved in my mind. "
Elizabeth R Providence College
"Gave me a new perspective on the world and myself. I found out how little I knew about not only Australia but America as well. Gaining an international perspective is a little scary at first but interesting and worthwhile in the end because it makes you see the other side to the story. "
Mike M Providence College
"Yes. I LOVED studying abroad. I hated my program, but I loved studying abroad."
Anne S Providence College
"I learned a lot about myself and about Italian culture. Such a valuable experience. Definitely go abroad, but maybe consider another city if you don't want a really Americanized experience. "
Anne M Providence College
"My abroad experience was definitely worthwhile. The people I met and the places I went have impacted who I am and allowed to me to grow as a person. "
Mary Nora L Providence College
"Yeah, read everything I just wrote above."
Katrina L Providence College
"Yes I loved it and feel like a better person for going."
Nathalie C Providence College
"yes it was amazing "
Alyssa P Providence College
"I had a great study abroad experience because I proved to myself that I was able to go out of my comfort zone and experience a whole new way of life. I met so many people and learned so many things. I plan on going back and teaching English in Spain. "
Tara C Providence College
"Yes."
John S Providence College
"I was the only person from my school to ever go on this program and I also went their knowing noone.. this helped me learn how to meet new people and live independtly. my travel skills have also become amazing. I am glad that I pushed myself to go to such an unusual place because it was probably the best thing I have ever done!"
Courtney C Providence College
"Yes"
Erica D Providence College
"I gained a new understanding about myself and definitely became much more independent. I loved being able to travel and see places across Europe I have always wanted to see. I have learned to take chances and immerse myself in places I am unfamiliar with. I have also become much more appreciative of the United States and the op..."
Meaghan O Providence College
