Getting Started

Advising

• Contact IPO for an appointment with an advisor or a peer advisor who has studied abroad themselves
• Check our study abroad advising schedule for drop-in advising hours
• Watch for announcements of study abroad information fairs and small group presentations sponsored by IPO

Eligibility

• To be eligible for study abroad, a student must be at least 18 years of age and have completed one semester and at least 15 credits at time of application.
• All participants in UMass Dartmouth study abroad programs must be matriculated students and registered for credit.
• Criteria to be considered "in good standing" at UMass Dartmouth, including, but not limited to:  
  • Minimum GPA of 2.5 (for semester or academic year) or 2.0 (for summer) at time of application
  • Student account paid in full
  • Judicial record cleared by Student Affairs

How to choose the best study abroad program for you

Study abroad complements the goals you have set for yourself while at UMD and beyond. What kind of experiences abroad will help you most in meeting those goals? See what other students have identified as goals while studying abroad.

Study abroad cost considerations

Cost is an important consideration as you find the perfect program to meet your goals. There are many affordable options that are comparable to the cost of a semester at UMD. To learn more click here.

Search our program database

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