Millsaps College
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Millsaps College is a program provider offering 14 abroad programs. Programs offered include Study Abroad abroad programs in 5 countries such as Mexico, Multi-Region, Ecuador, and Germany.
At Millsaps College, study abroad is a core part of the liberal arts experience, with more than 40% of students participating in international learning each year. Through immersive faculty-led programs during the semester, summer, or winter sessions, as well as direct exchange opportunities, students can explore destinations across Africa, Europe, Asia, Latin America, and beyond. These programs, led by Millsaps faculty, provide full academic credit and integrate seamlessly with core or major coursework, combining rigorous academics with meaningful cultural engagement.
Guided by the Office of International Education, students receive personalized advising to select programs that match their academic goals and interests. Signature offerings include the Yucatán immersion, where students study on-site in Mérida and engage with archaeology, ecology, culture, and business in the heart of Mexico—all while paying the same tuition as on campus. Additional exchanges take students to countries such as Japan, Liechtenstein, and Taiwan, ensuring diverse cultural and intellectual experiences. Generous scholarship options, including travel grants for faculty-led programs, make these opportunities accessible and transformative.
For more information, visit https://millsaps.edu/academics/the-millsaps-experience/study-abroad/.
Study Abroad with Millsaps College
"I could see the lives of students in IslaMujeres which is very different from ours, and the learn the needs of those students in terms of health education"
Ayuka Umeda Millsaps College
"You gain the perspective of another country, the differences-and the similarities."
Larry Morrison Millsaps College
"An idea of how the Brexit affected the economies, and an idea of how life is in the United Kingdom."
A student Millsaps College
"I mostly gained experience in traveling abroad, ie. foreign currency, culture."
A student Millsaps College
"I learned so much more than just the effects of colonization on the Maya and chocolate - a look into ethics, into how individuals interact and understand the world around them, and how that can be traced through goods such as chocolate."
Jordan Claire Millsaps College
"I learned about the UK, London, and Shakespeare. It was definitely worthwhile."
Emily Hussey Millsaps College
"Every second was worth every penny. It's worth the financial investment."
Alana N Millsaps College
"This experience was extremely worthwhile and I will do it again because this opportunity to live among different types of people opened my eyes to new frames of culture, philosophy, religion, art, music, politics, and language."
Samesa H Millsaps College
"I can find my way around in almost any city now without feeling nervous about getting lost. I know how to manage money, and even if you don't speak the language, it's okay because people are generally nice and forgiving."
A student Millsaps College
"As I've articulated throughout this application, the entire experience was fantastic, surreal. Even making it to the Mexican airport was a momentous achievement, and I only grew from there. If I can do it, anyone can. The important thing to remember is to be smart and be present. You can't help but be changed by the experien..."
Daniel K Millsaps College
"I learned how different other cultures are and how to relate their culture to ours"
A student Millsaps College
"It was a crazy experience. Very whirlwind type thing"
Catherine A Millsaps College
"I learned more Spanish. I learned how to cope with a different culture in a different atmosphere. "
Konstantin B Millsaps College
"An emic experience of the culture in each region. I learned more about the history and culture of each city, and how each city expanded to become a global or regional power."
A student Millsaps College
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A student Millsaps College
"I gained a greater global awareness. It was absolutely worth it!"
A student Millsaps College
"The history of the Maya and chocolate "
Terri L Millsaps College
"My experience abroad taught me to live without fear of the future and to explore. I learned that it is ok to get lost and to wander in a city that I had never been to before. I truly had one of the most memorable life experiences and I would not trade it for anything."
Lauren V Millsaps College
"enhanced my cultural sensitivity"
samantha.perez.98 Millsaps College
"It was incredibly worthwhile, but it would have been worthwhile no matter where I went."
A student Millsaps College
"It was worthwhile. I don't think I learned as much Spanish as I got credit for but I definitely learned a lot and it was great fun. I did not make very many Costa Rican friends and mostly hung out with other Americans but that was mainly my fault and not the program's. "
A student Millsaps College
"I learned lifestyle and cultural differences. I learned to be appreciative of the basic necessities that I often take for granted. I also learned a lot about birds. The experience was definitely worthwhile!"
Faryen M Millsaps College
"I was able to integrate into the culture, to understand what it is like to be immersed in the culture, and to be able to visit some family."
A student Millsaps College
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A student Millsaps College
"I learned a great ammount about cultural differences among countries. I also learned some vital leadreship experience and made great connections with past Millsaps alumni working abroad."
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