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."Studying abroad made me a more independent and confident person. I found myself doing, and loving activities I never thought I'd do in my lifetime. I learned about an entirely different side to myself while learning about the world from an entirely different lens. It was absolutely worthwhile! I would not have changed a thing. I..."
A student Providence College
"Yes. Much more aware of world events and how the United States is viewed. Best four months of my life (so far!)"
Andrew W Providence College
"I gained a lot of independence an cultural awareness."
Megan C Providence College
"It was definitely worth it to study abroad. It was an amazing experience and I learned a lot about myself,life, and another culture. I'm a history major and the amount of history in Scotland was incredible and definitely helped develop another area of interest in history. "
Katie B Providence College
"I could not have asked for a better four months!"
Leah B Providence College
"Studying abroad absolutely changed my life. I met so many incredible people and got to spend 5 months living in the absolute most beautiful place in the world. Auckland is such a fun city, I can't wait to go back someday."
Courtney D Providence College
"This program has allowed me to focus in more on my academic interests and future career goals ie immigration and or gang research. Culturally, I realized very quickly that I did not come to this "poorer" country to show them that life can be better, I came to LEARN from them and they all taught very valuable lessons. And I gre..."
Sonia P Providence College
"The experience was absolutely worthwhile. I learned so much from my semester abroad and I have so many memories from my time in Europe. "
Allison N Providence College
"I gained a cultural experience, maturity and responsibility that would have been impossible for the to gain had I not gone abroad. I would do it again tomorrow if I could! "
A student Providence College
"I learned how to be self-sufficient, how to adapt to new situations, and make new relationships with all different types of people. I also learned how many amazing cultures and opportunities there are in the world, and we should take advantage of all that we can. It was absolutely worthwhile, and I would go back in a heartbeat..."
LN1 Providence College
"I love the Italian lifestyle and I hope to incorporate it in my life forever "
A student Providence College
"So worthwhile!!! Changes your whole outlook on life, amazing experience. "
Samantha L Providence College
"Regardless of how I felt about my study abroad program, the experience was without a doubt worthwhile. These have been the best and most exciting four months of my life. Taking a step outside of the United States really makes you put everything into perspective and you realize how much is really out there to see and explore. ..."
Megan Q Providence College
"I have become more aware of my own strengths and weaknesses. I never realized how independent I was. "
Michele K Providence College
"yes. studying abroad was the best experience of my life. no complaints."
Elisabeth J Providence College
"I have become a lot more independent and outgoing. I also enjoyed my classes and realized that my majors are right for me. "
Oana I Providence College
"Great time. Learned a lot about my heritage and spent a lot of time getting to know family i wouldn't have known otherwise."
Patrick B Providence College
"Changed me in more ways that I would have imagined. Opened my eyes to the rest of the world, and made me fall in love with one place specifically"
Kristen P Providence College
"My study abroad experience was definitely worthwhile. I was immersed in the Italian culture and saw past the typical stereotypes of Italians. I gained the confidence in myself and was able to become a more outgoing and assertive person. This experience truly changed my life. Being in Italy makes me want to travel all the tim..."
Meghan S Providence College
"Yes"
Ethan G Providence College
"I learned that I can meet friends a lot easier than I thought I could. I was given a sense of independence that I've never experienced before, which made me realize that I can handle to the real world when I'm thrown into it after college. I learned a lot more Italian and realized that my time here was what I made of it-that my ..."
Theresa W Providence College
"My experience was absolutely worthwhile. I gained a new understanding about Australian culture, and how it is both different from and similar to American culture. I've been able to gain new perspective on the world, and I've been able to go 10,000 miles away from home and still be able to make some of the best friends I've made ..."
Christine L Providence College
"I learned so much about myself through this experience. I gained so much more knowledge about other countries and felt less ignorant upon my return home. I learned how to be independent and I think it will really help me upon graduation. In terms of cultural awareness, I think this experience will be forever valuable to my futur..."
Shannon M Providence College
"I'm more mature, independent, and cultured. It was absolutely worthwhile. "
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