Why Study Abroad?

Study abroad can be an important part of your undergraduate journey regardless of your major. Having enriching cross-cultural experiences in new environments can lead to big discoveries and change the way you see the world and yourself.

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Faculty-Led Programs (2-6 weeks during breaks)

  • There are two study abroad intersession break programs.
    • Winter intersession: 1-2 weeks, or
    • Summer Session: 2-6 weeks.
  • Allow students the opportunity to explore a different country while taking 1-2 classes.
  • Attend short-term MU faculty-led programs as early as the summer following your freshman year.

Fall & Spring Programs (full semester)

  • These full semester programs allow students to fully immerse themselves in their host city and take classes at our partner institutions.
  • 12 partner institutions are located in Madrid, Rome, Paris, Beauvais, Barcelona, France, Italy, Ireland, Shanghai, and Argentina.
  • The programs can be an entire semester, or even as long as an academic year.
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  • Cost and Finanacial Aid

    For Faculty-Led Programs (short programs during the breaks)

    • The cost for a short-term program varies by location but is typically close to the cost of tuition for the 3 or 6 credits earned, and
    • Includes the credits earned, airfare, accommodation abroad, in-country transportation, international health insurance, and entrance for all site and cultural visits included in the itinerary.
    • For instance, $5,950 for a two weeks faculty-led program in Winter 2025. Prices may vary according to the programs and inflation.
    • Financial aid usually cannot be applied.

    For Fall & Spring Semester Programs (full semester)

    On average, the cost of studying abroad for a semester is comparable to a semester at Manhattan University and financial aid may often be used towards these expenses. The cost breakdown is listed below.

    • MU Tuition & fees.
    • Study Abroad fee ($730)
    • Room & Broad fee to housing provider
    • Airfare
    • Financial aid (federal, state, and institutional) may often fully be applied to MU-run programs.

    Study Abroad Scholarships

    • For faculty-led, Winter Intersession and Summer courses as well as Full-Semester Study Abroad, partial scholarships are being offered to students who have gained acceptance into an eligible program.

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Preparing to go abroad

A successful academic experience abroad begins with careful planning. Start planning in your freshman year whether you have selected a major yet or not. Click here or Preparing to Go Abroad in the menu to learn more.

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We offer a variety of opportunities to suit your course of study and interests, including study abroad locations around the world and away in other U.S. locations. Programs vary in duration from one to two weeks during January intersession or spring break; two to four weeks in the summer; a full semester; or even as long as an academic year.

Planning is key to taking advantage of these exceptional opportunities and we’re here to help. As early as freshman year, you should visit the Office of Study Abroad to discuss your options in addition to consulting with your academic advisers. In fact, you can attend short-term MU faculty-led programs as early as the summer following your freshman year.

To be eligible to study abroad, you must be in good academic standing with a general cumulative GPA of 2.75 or above and not have any holds on your MU student account. You must receive a grade of C or better in your courses abroad to earn academic credit. Learn more about the process of preparing to go abroad  here.

Make an appointment with a study abroad staff member

Want to learn more about study abroad? Schedule a meeting with a staff member to discuss full-semester and/or short-term study abroad options that are available to MU students. We can discuss program details, housing, costs, and course options.

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