Summer 2009 Study Abroad Featured Programs

Summer Study in China
Dates: TBD
Earn 3 credits studying Chinese language at Jilin University and exploring China! 
For more information contact Fr. Mark Nowel

Universidad Complutense de Madrid
July 1 - August 1, 2009
Earn 3-6 credits of intensive Spanish study this summer in Madrid.  Open to undergraduates of all Spanish language abilities.
For more information contact Dr. Nuria Alonso-Garcia.

Graeco-Roman & Early Christian Italy
May 26 - June 5, 2009
Open to undergrad and graduate students with some coursework in one of the following areas: Early Christianity, Biblical Studies, Ancient Studies, Art History, or Italian Studies.
For more information contact Dr. Urbano or Dr. Prassas
***Please note: This is a NON-CREDIT course*** 

How to Apply for Summer Study Abroad

Attend a Summer Study Abroad Information Session on 
January 28 or February 13, 2009!  See our Calendar of Events for more information. 

All students who wish to study abroad must apply for approval to participate in a program through the Providence College Center for International Studies.  This application can be found here .  Providence College will charge a $200 fee to students who wish to participate in a summer study abroad program.  All other fees are paid directly to the program. Summer Study Abroad Applications may be submitted at any time to Harkins 336 from January 1st through April 1st, 2009.  Students will be notified of Summer Study Abroad approval within two weeks of application submission. 

Choosing a Summer Study Abroad Program

A successful international experience requires much planning and preparation on the part of the student.  Providence College presently sponsors only a few summer study abroad programs.  For other non-PC options, you will need to take some time to research summer or intersession study abroad program options to determine the program that best meets your academic and personal needs and interests. The Center for International Studies is available to assist you.  For further information on available PC sponsored summer programs, please contact the Center. 

You may find these websites useful for researching summer study abroad programs: 

http://www.iiepassport.org
http://www.studyabroad.com 
http://www.goabroad.com

The following questions will assist you in deciding what type of program would be most suitable for your needs:     

• In what country do you want to study?  Why?
• What do you hope to learn as a result of studying in another country?
• Do you want to learn or improve language skills?
• Do you want to take courses in your major or minor while overseas?
• How will study abroad fit into your academic program at Providence College ?
• Does your CGPA meet the particular program requirements?
• Would you like to live in a city, or more rural area?
• What type of climate would you like to live in?
• Would you like to live with a family or with other students?
• How will a study abroad experience help to fulfill you career objectives?

For summer study abroad programs, it is recommended that you contact the program sponsor directly to obtain information about the program, as well as names and contact information for students who may have previously participated in the program.  This will allow you to have immediate answers to your questions and to obtain detailed information about the particular study abroad program.