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!) | 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 |
| Asia/ Oceania | Bangkok, Thailand | Philosophy, Theatre/Film/ Media studies, and Asian studies | 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 | Religious studies, Public policy studies, and Asian studies | 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” | |
| Fudan University, China | Asian studies and Chinese | Minimum 2.5 GPA, Judicial check, 2 semesters of Chinese, and Approval from SMCM Chinese faculty | -Live in the bustling cosmopolitan city of Shanghai -Monthly stipend for meals -Study intensive Chinese courses and/or select English courses | |
| James Cook University, Townsville or Cairns, Australia | Anthropology, Computer science, Economics, Art, Environmental studies, English, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biology, History, Math, Music, Sociology, Physics, Psychology, Public policy, & Theatre/Film/Media studies | Minimum 2.8 GPA and Judicial check | -2 campuses, Townsville and Cairns -Part-time work opportunities (average pay $20/hr) -Courses available for all 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 | Anthropology, Economics, English, Asian studies, Sociology, Religious studies, Physics, Political science, and Theatre/Film/Media studies | 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 | |
| The Americas | Costa Rica | Sociology, Spanish, Political science, and Environmental studies | Minimum 2.5 GPA, Judicial check, 2 Semesters of Spanish, and Approval from SMCM Spanish faculty | -Homestay housing -Internship and research opportunities |
| Europe | Budapest, Hungary | Math | 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, Computer science, Economics, Art history, English, Environmental studies, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, History, Math, Music, Philosophy, Physics, Sociology, Religious studies, Political science, Psychology, Public policy, and Theatre/Film/Media studies | Minimum 3.0 GPA and Judicial check | -Study in the likes of Shaw, Joyce, Yates, and others wrote -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 | |
| 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 | |
| Montpellier, France | French, political science, history, art history | Minimum 2.7 GPA, 5 semester in French with at least a "B" average, Approval from SMCM French faculty, and Judicial check | -Live in the South of France close to the Mediterranean Sea -Courses taken alongside French students -Homestay with local French families | |
| 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 | Social science (sociology) | 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 | |
| Heidelberg University, Germany | German, Social science and humanities | Minimum 2.5 GPA, 4 semesters of German, Approval from SMCM German faculty, and Judicial check | -Oldest University in Germany -Student-friendly city -Optional intensive language course | |
| United Kingdom | Queen Mary University, London, England | Chemistry, Math, Physics, and Psychology | 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 | History, English, Psychology, and Theatre/Film/Media studies, Business, Computer Science, Econ | 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 | History, anthropology | 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 | Marine Science, Art & Design, Business & Communications, Natural & Applied Sciences, Health Science, Humanities, Social Sciences, Languages | 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 |