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."I gained a greater command of the Spanish language. Studying abroad improved my Spanish but I would not rush to do it again. Traveling becomes exhausting. "
A student Providence College
"I learned that things do not come as easily to me as I thought they did. Yes, it was worthwhile. "
A student Providence College
"Studying abroad has helped me to mature into a more responsible and independent adult. I learned a lot about different people and cultures that I had not previously seen at Providence College. I believe this experience was very worthwhile and I would recommend studying abroad to any college student."
A student Providence College
"better understanding of people and the world and a more relaxed mindset.. definitely worthwhile "
Thomas K Providence College
"I became more mature and made some great freinds. It was a 5 month experience. "
A student Providence College
"YES. I learned to look at things at the big picture scale. Small mistakes, day to day problems are really of no importance."
A student Providence College
"My experience abroad was definitely worth while, I grew and became more independent. I also learned so much about the Australian culture. I made many new friends and had so many wonderful experiences. "
A student Providence College
"The experience was definitely worthwhile. I learned how much I truly love London! I cannot wait to go back. The city of London had everything I could have ever wanted. I also realized that I'm someone who likes the comforts of home, and familiar faces and settings. While I loved living abroad, I was homesick more than I could've..."
A student Providence College
"I gained and learned so much from my experience abroad. I not only learned that I was independent enough to live by myself in a place where I knew no one, I also learned how to travel on my own and to not be afraid to take a few risks and experience new things. I believe that it was all worthwhile and would do it again. I lear..."
A student 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
"Able to travel alone, meet new people, test myself in new situations, be mature and responsible."
A student Providence College
"Yes it was worthwhile because I learned about a different culture and gained knowledge about a different way of life."
A student Providence College
"I learned that "the happiest people on earth" is a hilarious facade maintained by Denmark to ensure that their tourism industry thrives. I understand now why the Nordic countries have such a high suicide rate."
A student Providence College
"Very worthwile- I learned I would absolutely want to live in London someday."
A student Providence College
"Yes it was worth it!"
RK Providence College
"made new friends, learned a lot about myself and how to encounter different situations"
Corra_5739 Providence College
"I gained so much from my experience abroad. I met a lot of new friends, who were both American and Irish. These are friends who I have kept in contact with, and will continue to keep in contact with for a long time. I also became immersed in a culture and was able to live in a country that I came to absolutely adore. I hope that..."
A student Providence College
"I've become more independent and self-assured in my own abilities living on my own. I also was able to take advantage of many cultural activities throughout the semester so I fully believe I made the most out of the 5 months I was abroad. Without a doubt it was worthwhile and I would do it again in a heartbeat!"
Annie W Providence College
"I definitely gained more independence. The combination of a fairly hands-off program with the long commute to work and a constant eye on the budget made for a very grown-up experience. I kind of feel like I've graduated already now that I'm so used to city livin'"
A student Providence College
"I thoroughly enjoyed my experience abroad. First of all, there was the fact that I experienced an entirely new educational system that required one on one interaction with my tutors and intense essay writing, which really improved my writing skills. The program is completely manageable as long as you are not looking for a "typic..."
A student Providence College
"It was absolutely worthwhile, I learned so much about myself and I took so much away from all my different experiences. "
A student Providence College
"I gained a lot of confidence, independence and flexibility from my experience abroad. I learned how to collaborate within a intercultural setting. I learned how to problem solve. I also learned how separate any observations I had from judgements or analisis. The program was absolutely worthwhile. I was SO sad to go! I wish..."
A student Providence College
"Great cultural experience, Definitely worthwhile."
A student Providence College
"I learned a lot about myself and the type of person I am. I gained a new knowledge of the Spanish language, and an insight into a foreign world. It was more than worthwhile. It is an experience I will take with me forever. "
A student Providence College
"Lots about how to travel stress free. Learning curve was steep though"
greg m Providence College
