Approved Semester Programs | ||||
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Region | Location | Fields of Study | Requirements | Highlights |
| Africa | Rabat, Morocco | French language, regional cultural studies, (and a chance to take Arabic!), History, Political Science, Women's and Gender Studies | Minimum 3.0 GPA, Judicial Check, and 5 semesters of College-level French with a B- average for the Regional French Program | - Included 3 week Moroccan Arabic and Culture pre-program in Rabat - Organized excursions around Morocco - Ability to live and learn alongside Moroccans |
| Ifrane, Morocco | African Diaspora Studies, Biology, Business, Computer Science, Economics, Environmental Studies, History, Political Science, Political Science | Minimum 2.5 GPA, Judicial Check | - Take English-taught classes at a Moroccan university! - Beautiful location in the Middle Atlas Mountains | |
| Namibia and South Africa | Political Science, African American/Diaspora Studies, Environmental Studies, Justice Inquiry | Minimum 2.5 GPA, Judicial Check | - Racial and Environmental Justice Focus - Small cohort with prescribed classes - Chance to meet local community and political leaders | |
| Asia/ Oceania | Bangkok, Thailand | Art (Graphic Design), Asian Studies, Biology, Business, Chemistry, Computer Science, Math, Philosophy, Physics, and Political Science (and Thai language!) | Minimum 2.5 GPA, Judicial check, and must have valid passport or have passport application in progress at time of application | - Study at the oldest university in Thailand, Mahidol University - Join one of their large number of clubs and organizations - Live near the Grand Palace, Wat Pho and Wat Arun - Summer Internship Options available |
| Chiang Mai, Thailand | Asian Studies, Environmental Studies, Public Policy, required Thai language course | Minimum 2.5 GPA and Judicial check | - One of the top 10 friendliest cities in the world - Participate in an internship or field studies program - Live in a city with over 700 temples and the famous “night market” | |
| Taiwan | Chinese Language (Asian Studies electives available) | Minimum 2.5 GPA, Preferred 3.0 GPA, judicial checks | - Study Chinese Language in Taiwan - Supplement language courses with an English-taught elective and/or internship - Live with a local Taiwanese student! | |
| Sogang University, South Korea | Asian Studies, Biology, Business, Chemistry, Computer Science, Economics, History, Literature, Math, Philosophy, Physics, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, Women's and Gender Studies (and Korean Language!) | Minimum 2.8 GPA, Judicial checks | - Take business and econ courses taught in English at an AACSB-accredited school - Live in Seoul, South Korea, just steps from 5 UNESCO heritage sites! - Experience K-pop, traditional Hanbok wearing, and more! | |
| James Cook University, Townsville or Cairns, Australia | Anthropology, Biology, Business, Chemistry, Computer Science, English, Environmental Studies, History, Marine Science, Math, Physics, Political Science, Psychology, & Sociology | Minimum 2.8 GPA and Judicial check | - 2 campuses, Townsville and Cairns - Part-time work opportunities (average pay $20/hr) - Courses available for most SMCM disciplines including science majors - Guaranteed Housing in JCU Residence Halls - Live near the Great Barrier Reef - Participate in on-campus clubs and sports | |
| Akita University, Japan | Asian Studies, Business, Economics, English, History, Political Science, Sociology, and Japanese Language | Minimum 2.5 GPA and Judicial check | - Study at a Small Liberal Arts College in Northern Japan taught in English - Experience Japanese culture and cuisine firsthand - On campus housing guaranteed | |
| API- Royal Thimphu College, Bhutan | Anthropology, Biology, Business & Economics, Environmental Studies, Political Science | Minimum 2.5 GPA and Judicial checks | - Study in Bhutan, a unique location for study abroad, where the Gross National Happiness Index is an official measure of sucess! - Have the option to take an internship! - Choose from a wide array of English-taught courses | |
| The Americas | Costa Rica | Spanish, Environmental Studies, Latin American Studies, Sociology | Minimum 2.5 GPA, Judicial check, 2 Semesters of Spanish (reccomended ILCS 260 level), and Approval from SMCM Spanish faculty | - Homestay housing - Internship and research opportunities |
| SSA Puerto Rico | Spanish, Biology, Business, Chemistry, Computer Science, Latin American Studies, Psychology, Public Policy, and Theatre/Film/Media Studies | Minimum 2.5 GPA, Judicial and conduct checks, Spanish at 202 or 260 Levels and Approval from ILCS Faculty | - Live in San Juan, Puerto Rico! - Study multiple topics in Spanish! | |
| Worldstrides Chile | Latin American Studies, Spanish Language | Minimum 2.5 GPA, Judicial and conduct checks, Spanish at 202 or 260 Levels and Approval from ILCS Faculty | - Live in a homestay for full immersion -Experience the vibrant coastal towns of Valparaíso and Viña del Mar, Chile | |
| Europe | Budapest, Hungary | Math (and a Hungarian language course!) | Sophomore standing, at least one semster in advanced calculus or abstract algebra, Minimum 2.5 GPA, and Judicial check | - Working with professors from highly-acclaimed institutions in mathematics - All courses taught in English - Located near the historic city center in Budapest, Hungary |
| University College Dublin, Ireland | Anthropology, Archaeology, Art History, Biology, Business, Chemistry, Computer Science, Economics, English, Environmental studies, History, Math, Music, Museum Studies, Philosophy, Physics, Sociology, Political Science, Psychology, Public Policy, Theatre/Film/Media studies, Women's and Gender Studies (and optional Irish language course!) | Minimum 3.0 GPA and Judicial check | - Study in the likes of Shaw, Joyce, Yeats, and others - Perfect for almost any SMCM major including Science (sequencing is a non-issue) - Students are able to participate in any of UCD’s clubs and organizations | |
| Burren College of Art, Ireland | Art | 2.8-3.0 GPA, Portfolio, Judicial checks | - Study art on the grounds of a 16th century castle in rural Ireland - Get your own studio space while studying painting, drawing, photo, sculpture, and more! | |
| DIS Sweden Neuroscience | Neuroscience (Psych, Pre-Med, Health) | Sophomore standing, 3.0 GPA, meet pre-reqs for core course of choice | - Located in Stockholm, Sweden - Includes study tours to 1-2 other countries - Perfect for Neuroscience majors, but with a selection of non-Neuro electives! | |
| Cannes, France | Sociology, French, and Theatre/Film/Media studies | Minimum 2.5 GPA, at least 2 semesters of French with at least a "B" average, Approval from SMCM French faculty, and Judicial check | - Experience life on the French Riviera - Live and learn with international students - Attend the Cannes Film Festival during the Spring Semester | |
| Grenoble, France | French | Minimum 2.5 GPA, at least 2 semesters of French with at least a "B" average, Approval from SMCM French faculty, and Judicial check | - Study Abroad in the French Alps - Live with a local family - Volunteer opportunities | |
| Perugia,Italy | Anthropology, History, English, Environmental studies, Food Studies, Religious studies, Political Science, Psychology (Multicultural Psychology Track), and Theatre/Film/Media studies | Minimum 2.75 GPA and Judicial check | - Study in Central Italy with easy access to Rome, Florence, Siena and beyond - Unique Food Studies Program - Internship, service learning, and volunteer opportunities | |
| Florence, Italy | Art | Minimum 2.5 GPA and Judicial check | - Study among the best in studio art, fashion, graphic design, and interior design in Europe - Take liberal arts courses in the birthplace of the Renaissance - Experience apartment-style living in the heart of Florence | |
| Granada, Spain | Spanish | Minimum 2.5 GPA, must have taken ILCS 202 or 260 before applying, Approval from SMCM Spanish faculty, and Judicial check | - Includes a 5 day excursion to Morocco - One month intensive language study prior to start of semester - Live in the heart of Andalucia, in view of the Alhambra | |
| University of Ljubljana, Slovenia | English/Literature (and Slovene language!) | Minimimum 2.5 GPA and Judicial check | - Engage with a large community of Slovene students, alumni, and professors who have been involved with SMCM for years! - Experience Slovenian culture firsthand - On campus housing offered at domestic student rates | |
| United Kingdom | Queen Mary University, London, England | Biology, Business, Creative Writing, Chemistry, Computer Science, Economics, English, History, Math, Political Science, Theatre/Film/Media Studies | Minimum 3.0 GPA and Judicial check | - Take 16 credits in London’s East End - Participate in subsidized field trips - Guaranteed housing with international and British Students |
| University of Roehampton, London, England | Business, Computer Science, Economics, English, History, Psychology, and Theatre/Film/Media Studies | Minimum 2.8 GPA and Judicial check | - Included social program with day-long excursions - Guaranteed on campus housing integrated with British students - Traditional Liberal Arts curriculum with many options for SMCM students | |
| Centre for Medieval and Renaissance Studies, Oxford, UK | Art History, History, Museum Studies | Minimum 3.5 GPA and Judicial check | - Study humanities in the vibrant city of Oxford, England - One-on-one Tutorial Classes with Oxford Professors - Admission to the Bodleian Library | |
| CIS at University of Stirling, Scotland | Business, Computer Science, Economics, Environmental Science, History, Marine Science, Museum Studies, Sociology | Minimum 2.8 GPA and Judicial check | - 18th century estate with a lake and castle for a campus, near an historic small city - Voted one of the best universities in the UK for campus cultures - Great athletic facilities and Olympic-length pool - Hiking trails on campus and excursions included | |
| Short-Term Study Tours | Greece Study Tour - Summer 2025 | English, Environmental Studies, History, Philosophy, Theatre/Film/Media Studies, Women's and Gender Studies, and more | Minimum 2.0 GPA | - Study history, philosophy, and more by traveling around Greece - 4 credits |
| *Contingent* Puerto Rico Study Tour - Spring 2026 | Apply for this Spring program in BIOL or ENST and experience a week of immersive education on-site during Spring Break! This program is still under review, and applicants will be notified before spring registration of next steps. | Students must be enrolled in either BIOL 380 or ENST 285 during the Spring 2026 semester. All BIOL 380 students are required to have passed POB I (BIOL 105) and POB II (BIOL 106) with a C or better. ENST 285 students are required to have passed ENST 100 with a C or better. |
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