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 has made me want to travel more but it did make me realize how much I associate myself with where I come from and how I want to primarily stay there."
Sarah F Providence College
"It was certainly worthwhile. I grew a lot as a person and learned about the world of Perú, of which I had been completely ignorant before. I hope to return to Perú to work with an NGO that my director connected me with. "
Anne R Providence College
"I became more independent"
A student Providence College
"It was definitely worthwhile. In such a unique time and manner to be able to learn to much and really live in another culture feels great. Being able to walk to class and talk to whoever I wanted in another language was a great feeling! "
Francesca G Providence College
"The importance of meeting other people and hearing their stories."
A student Providence College
"I think I've learned a lot about myself, my values and what I want to do in the future from this experience. I also am very proud of how well I know Spanish now and I hope to continue speaking it after I leave the country."
Lauren B Providence College
"I learned that homesickness is not always gazing at the moon wishing you were seeing it from a different shore. For me it manifested as a culture shock with a culture I thought I knew already. I didn't at first. I grew into it and loved it, but when I first got there I was surprised that I didn't immediately feel like 'i got thi..."
A student Providence College
"Unforgettable, learned a lot about myself and another culture "
A student Providence College
"More than anything, the experience has given me an idea for my senior thesis. I don't think I would have been able to decide on a thesis topic this early with a semester abroad at PC. "
Ruth D Providence College
"I learned a lot about myself. How to deal with challenges and overcome them. "
Peter McGinley Providence College
"Definitely worthwhile!"
Hannah G 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
"I learned more about being independent and more about other cultures; it was very worthwhile."
A student 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
"Studying abroad in Ireland was 100% worth it. Although it was difficult at times it was one of the best experiences of my life and I would do it again in a heartbeat. I saw and did things I never even dreamed I would and I'm so thankful I was given this opportunity. I feel I am much more cultured and have memories to last a life..."
Brianna L Providence College
"Yes, I found the experience to be worthwhile especially in terms of focusing my career and academic interests and honing the skills I will need to enter the field I am interested in."
Sarah M Providence College
"Independance & confidence language skills "
Courtney D Providence College
"Yes. It has increased my interest in future plans and the amount of knowledge you learn(and are unable to learn from reading a book) is endless."
Alexis R Providence College
"Yes"
jalyn D Providence College
"I gained invaluable travel experience and learned vastly about numerous European cities and countries."
A student Providence College
"The study abroad experience was definitely worthwhile. Even though I missed home and and my college I was able to experience so much more than I ever anticipated at a very young age."
Brendan S Providence College
"It was definitely worth while. "
A student Providence College
"Living in a different culture, yes"
Mary O Providence College
"I gained a great understanding of the dynamics of the relationships between people. I focused on French immersion, but Nice is an international city with other cultures. As a result of being abroad I have decided that I would like to teach english in Europe after I graduate. Study abroad has only enhanced my interest for unde..."
Jaclyn K Providence College
