Providence College
University Information
Study Abroad programs are organized by international education organizations, otherwise known as “program providers.” Program providers can be affiliated with a regular college or university, or they can be separate non-profit organizations. These providers work with academic institutions in the U.S. and abroad to create study opportunities that vary in duration from a summer, semester, or year in length.
Requirements:
All eligibility requirements remain in effect up to the point of departure
Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 (please note some programs may require a higher CGPA)
Must be in at least Junior standing at time of departure
Declared a major prior to December 1st of Sophomore year
Enroll in a minimum of 15 credits per semester abroad
No serious disciplinary record or current probation
Important Dates and Deadlines
No important dates configured."Yes, it was everything and more that I wanted it to be. More than anything, being abroad increased my self confidence which is most important to me."
Megan S Providence College
"Absolutely"
Zack G Providence College
"I really loved being abroad! But I definitely miss America and PC a lot. I would recommend the experience to anyone who is interested in learning about a new culture. "
Sara S Providence College
"Yes it was extremely worthwhile, I would recommend people do a yearlong study abroad, of two programs and different places. Take advantage of study abroad while you are a student, because you won't be able to travel like this again. I plan on returning to Jordan after I graduate to perform research on Food Security and Water."
Natalie C Providence College
"It teaches you a lot about yourself, and about what you like in life and what you would like to do. It was an invaluable experience, but I would defeinitely reccommend going with a friend, and if you don't like to drink, and/or are involved in your faith community at home, don't expect to find that in Ireland. "
Kevin B Providence College
"I have learned a tremendous amount about France and all of europe. My experience has exposed me to a plethora of interesting options for my future plans. This was the first time I lived in an apartment alone, it was like a dream getting used to this typically new experience in an atypical environment. I immediately felt at eas..."
Bridget B Providence College
"I think the most important aspect of my experience is that I returned home with a sense of global injustice, but also a sense of gratitude for my life. Many of the people I saw and met in Guatemala live with next to nothing, but they were some of the friendliest and good-hearted folks I have ever encountered. Also, after returni..."
Andrew B Providence College
"It changed my life."
David K Providence College
"Amazing! I would do it again in a heartbeat"
Lucy S Providence College
"Definitely worthwhile and I really appreciate and love learning about different cultures now. "
Blair R Providence College
"Definitely, the best experience of my life. I was able to see so much of the world and learning so much about myself, that I never would have if I haded studied abroad. "
Olivia L Providence College
"Absolutely. You gain so much self-awareness, as a person, student, and American citizen, perspective, resourcefulness, confidence, and academic and social knowledge."
Christina Z Providence College
"extremely worthwhile, it was an amazing experience that I will treasure for a life-time"
Amanda F Providence College
"Yes, it taught me more about myself and my goals than continuing at my home university for four years alone. "
Evagelia G Providence College
" Studying abroad was the most scary, courageous, but amazing thing I have ever done, and possibly ever will do. I grew up so much as a person and gained a deeper understanding and appreciation for the world. Studying abroad just emphasized my decision to have spanish as one of my majors and I definitely want to keep pursuing the..."
Gillian I Providence College
"My study abroad experience was defiantly worthwhile and I would not change anything about it. I gained a better understanding of myself and what I want out of life. I had an amazing time being in a different country learning about its people and culture while being able to see a part of the world i may have never been able to se..."
Andrew M Providence College
"I still haven't fully grasped all the ways I've changed while I've been away, but I know that nothing can begin to compare with my experience abroad, and I fully believe that everyone should make an effort to do any study abroad program they're interested in. "
Colleen R Providence College
"Absolutely"
Katie G Providence College
"ABSOLUTELY! "
Emerald F Providence College
"Yes; validated my aspirations of going into Health Care; changed perspectives on my own country and the world around me"
Emily L Providence College
"I have become fluent in the German language. I studied and practiced my German everyday. It was an extremely rewarding experience."
Andrew S Providence College
"Yes, definitely the best experience of my life! I learned so much about myself and a new culture and I really enjoyed everyday while I was there."
Brighid B Providence College
"Absolutely."
Samuel C Providence College
"Absolutely!! It was the best 4 months of my life and I gained so many new experiences and friends. I can not wait to go back to florence."
Dana B Providence College
