No matter who you are, where you come from, or what you’re studying, an international experience is available to you at Michigan.

Experience the wider world through academic programs, internships, or service learning overseas. Education abroad provides unparalleled opportunities for professional development and personal growth. Stretch your limits by living in a new culture, practicing your problem-solving skills, and gaining real-world perspectives on your academic discipline. Each year, thousands of U-M students take courses, volunteer, work and conduct research in over 100 countries around the world.

Where will you go?

Global Opportunities Offices at U-M

Explore these study-abroad offices for details on advising, financial resources, next steps, and more.

• Center for Global and Intercultural Study (CGIS)
  • CGIS mostly serves LSA undergraduates, but students from all colleges are eligible for CGIS programs.
• International Center (IC)
  • Externally-managed education abroad programs 
  • Support for students pursuing internships abroad
  • Post-graduate opportunities abroad, such as teaching English 
  • Home of the U-M Peace Corps Office & Peace Corps Prep Certificate Program
• International Programs in Engineering (IPE)
  • IPE programs are open to all eligible engineering students
• School of Nursing (Office of Global Outreach)
• Ross Global Initiatives
• Stamps School of Art and Design | International Engagement
• School of Kinesiology | Global Engagement

Funding

The university provides funding for international experiences through financial aid, scholarships, grants, and fellowships. Many third-party scholarships are also applicable to U-M programs. Check with your specific school’s study abroad office for more information!

• Office of Financial Aid (OFA)
• Study Abroad Estimate Worksheet from Financial Aid
• Financial Aid and Scholarships | U-M LSA Center for Global and Intercultural Study
• Going Abroad | International Center
• Funding – International Programs in Engineering
• Funding global experiences | University of Michigan School of Nursing 
• Financial Aid and Scholarships | U-M Stamps
• Fellowships & Grants | U-M LSA International Institute
• M-Compass Funding Resources

Diversity & Identities Abroad

As you consider international travel, it’s important to recognize that different social identities may impact your experience abroad in unique ways. U-M offers a variety of resources to help you take greater ownership of your international experience.

• Identities Abroad | Global Michigan 
• Identities Abroad | U-M LSA Center for Global and Intercultural Study

M-Compass

Explore M-Compass, the University of Michigan’s campus-wide system for education abroad opportunities. M-Compass “programs” can range from group study abroad led by U-M faculty members to highly individualized internship and service-based experiences. Utilize the M-Compass advanced search tool to explore various locations, experience types, or discipline-specific options for education abroad.

• How to use M-Compass
• Explore Opportunities on M-Compass