Education Abroad 101 (EA 101) is for anyone interested in studying abroad but isn't sure where to start! Topics covered include:

• Benefits of Education Abroad
• Things to Consider (courses, timing, budget)
• Program Types
• Cost Factors and Program Fees
• Scholarships and Funding
• Navigating the Website
• Searching for Programs
• Health, Safety and Security

At the end there will be a Q&A session where you can ask us any questions you may have.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Embark on an educational adventure at one of Europe's oldest universities. Established in 1367, the University of Pécs offers over 800 courses in English across a large variety of majors. 

Program offered for Fall Semester 2025.

Information Meeting Scheduled for:

Date:     February 3, 2025

Time:     5:00 pm

Room:   302 International Center

More information:

• University of Pécs, Heart of Central Europe (HOP)

The Office for Education Abroad (EA) is once again offering a workshop for academic advisers who want to support and encourage students interested in education abroad but may not be familiar with the process.

 Education Abroad for Academic Advisers

Tuesday, February 4, 2025

10:00 am to 11:00 am

Zoom

In the workshop we will provide:

• A broad overview of our office
• Research related to the benefits of EA
• Types of MSU programs available
• Intro to Via Global
• How EA works with the academic colleges
• Review of student resources
• Time for Q&A

RSVP required

The Office of Global Health, Safety, and Security is offering an optional training designed to help program directors support student mental health abroad. Topics covered include:

• Student behavior management versus student mental health support
• Crisis protocols and de-escalation strategies
• Pre-departure mental health preparation

This training can be completed as an alternative to the required Critical Incident Management Part II training. However, we encourage anyone interested to attend.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

This program brings together the study of the Italian language and the culture and civilization of Italy in the present and the past.

Program offered for summer 2025.

Information Meeting Scheduled for:

Date:     February 4, 2025

Time:     5:00 pm

Room:   B442 Wells Hall

More information:

• Italian Language, Literature, and Culture

Study in the centers for artistic innovation and digital humanities as you explore the creative capitals of London and Edinburgh.

Program offered for summer 2025.

Information Meeting Scheduled for:

Date:     February 7, 2025

Time:     10:00 am

Room:   Main Library, Room E102

Zoom option: https://msu.zoom.us/j/93823921563

More information:

• Technology, Humanities, and the Arts in London and Scotland

Education Abroad 101 (EA 101) is for anyone interested in studying abroad but isn't sure where to start! Topics covered include:

• Benefits of Education Abroad
• Things to Consider (courses, timing, budget)
• Program Types
• Cost Factors and Program Fees
• Scholarships and Funding
• Navigating the Website
• Searching for Programs
• Health, Safety and Security

At the end there will be a Q&A session where you can ask us any questions you may have.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Education Abroad 101 (EA 101) is for anyone interested in studying abroad but isn't sure where to start! Topics covered include:

• Benefits of Education Abroad
• Things to Consider (courses, timing, budget)
• Program Types
• Cost Factors and Program Fees
• Scholarships and Funding
• Navigating the Website
• Searching for Programs
• Health, Safety and Security

At the end there will be a Q&A session where you can ask us any questions you may have.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

A majority of our programs use the application deadlines listed below. If a program has an adjusted application deadline, it will be listed on the program brochure page.

• Spring Direct Enroll and Exchange: Varies (July through September)
• Spring Affiliated: October 1
• Winter Break: October 1
• Spring Break: December 15
• Summer Internships: February 15
• Summer: February 15
• Fall and Academic Year: March 1

Some programs do receive more applications than available spots for students to enroll, so plan ahead and apply when you are ready.
 

To apply for an Office for Education Abroad Scholarship, all you have to do is apply for a program before the scholarship deadline. Within your Via Global application, mark the checkbox "YES" that you would like to be considered for a scholarship. This allows the Office for Education Abroad to access your financial aid record and consider you for all scholarships for which you are eligible. Nothing else is required.

The deadlines to apply for an Office for Education Abroad Scholarship are as follows:

• First-Year Seminar Abroad programs: June 1
• Winter Break and Spring programs: October 1
• Spring Break programs: December 15
• Summer programs: February 15
• Fall and Academic Year programs: March 1

More information can be found on the Office for Education Abroad Scholarship webpage.

NOTE: These deadlines are only for the Office for Education Abroad Scholarship and do not apply to other MSU College, Department or Unit scholarships, or national scholarships.