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
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Mary L Providence College
"I have gained a new sense of self. I'm more confidant. I feel I know myself better. I feel very fulfilled. My French has improved, but it could have improved so much more, but I have been enriched in other ways. I have had a life-changing experience."
Alex L Providence College
"I gained a new appreciation for traveling, now I am obsessed with visiting new places and learning about different cultures and seeing beautiful and historic sights. I have gained a great deal of independence and a sense of responsibility and I feel more equipped to handle any situation. I feel like my ability to meet new peop..."
Brittany P Providence College
"Loved the experience not the program"
Peter V Providence College
"My experience was very worthwhile. I realize how America is viewed worldly. I can manage my way around a city all by myself. I gained more independence. I was able to experience with other American students who were in the same situation as myself. I returned home a more self-confidence, knowledgeable, less-ignorant, and..."
Kelly S Providence College
"My experience was definitely worthwhile. I learned more about the type of person I am and how I relate to new situations and people. I wish I could have spent more time there. I do not think any other experience has been able to teach me so much about myself, other cultures, and how everything relates on a global level. I apprec..."
Alexandra A Providence College
"learned a lot about myself. gained independence. "
Genevieve A Providence College
"Yes it was very worthwhile. I loved it and would love to go again."
Jennifer T Providence College
"Studying abroad was one of the best decisions that I have ever made! I learned so much about French AND American culture! I became more independant and really "grew-up" while overseas. I met the most amazing people that I will keep in-contact with! "
Victoria W Providence College
"My study abraod experience was definitely worth while. I learned to be more confident and independant, especially in meeting new people and traveling and exploring new places. "
Kelly L Providence College
"The best experience of my life. You fall in love with the city and environment and miss it greatly when you are home. Met incredible people and tons of new friends. A great city to study in due to its smaller size yet still with an incredible amount of art, history, and places to see. Being able to walk everywhere you would want..."
Alexander C Providence College
"It was one of the best experiences of my life. I became so much stronger, more confident, and independent. I met the most amazing people, and got to see the most amazing places. London is a great place to stay for traveling. I had the opportunity to visit any European country for a weekend getaway. For me, it wasn't as much abou..."
Colleen B Providence College
"I feel like I just have a better understanding about life. I was always independent, but I feel like I can take on anything now. I can't describe it, but something is different now. At first I thought my friends and family had changed, but I think it is me. I would not trade the experience for the anything. "
Keely H Providence College
"Yes. It was the best semester I have had so far. I learned a lot about myself and made so many memories. "
Elizabeth K Providence College
"My study abroad experience was definitely worthwhile. It is something that I believe all students should try to do if they can. I learned so much about myself as well as other places around the world. I came back with a different view on life. I also came back with many life-long friends that made the experience even more en..."
Kelly M Providence College
"It was one of the best times of my life. I learned so much about Ghanaian culture and how so many different things influence their lives in comparison with mine. I also learned a lot about different education systems and what I feel works better for me. I also learned about my capacity for stepping outside my comfort zone and re..."
Leah G Providence College
"It has been great thus far, but I go back soon. "
Lauren B Providence College
"This program has allowed me to focus in more on my academic interests and future career goals ie immigration and or gang research. Culturally, I realized very quickly that I did not come to this "poorer" country to show them that life can be better, I came to LEARN from them and they all taught very valuable lessons. And I gre..."
Sonia P Providence College
"I was able to gain a better understanding of myself (including strengths and weaknesses) and additionally became more independent...in the end making the study abroad experience something that I don't regret doing. But I wouldn't necessarily say that the experience was "worthwhile". Faced a lot of difficulties due to the incon..."
Molly G Providence College
"It was most definitely worthwhile. I gained a greater world view and much more independence, all while taking classes and researching in another language. I understand myself a lot better now and know what I can and can't handle."
Melissa M Providence College
"Of course. I feel much closer to Europe's history having experienced it outside of a textbook. "
Margaret N Providence College
"Oh yes it was very worthwhile. I improved my Spanish and got to travel so much. I also made some incredible new friends and had a really fun time. It also helps you become more independent. "
Alexandra S Providence College
"I am so happy that I chose to study abroad in Galway. It is one of the best decisions I have ever made. I now realize how much more dependent and reliant I was on others before I went to Ireland. Now, I am exponentially more confident in every aspect of my life. I realize that being away from all of my family and most of my ..."
Samantha O Providence College
"yes, my experience abroad was well worth the time and money. it was easily the greatest experience of my life and i wouldnt take it back for anything. i wish i could do it all over again. i suggest lots of travel, but also make sure you get a feel of what it is like to live in your local city, that is very important. try everyth..."
Steve C Providence College
"My study abroad experience was one of the, if not the best experiences I have had in terms of learning about myself. Not only did I become more confident, but I learned what it is that I want in my life and how I want to live my life. I am now a lot more aware of what my life goals are and how I would LIKE to achieve them."
Caitlin R Providence College
