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NDMU students interested in semester or summer study abroad programs must have completed at least 30 credits, declared a major, and have a minimum cumulative 2.75 GPA at the time of application. Some programs may have additional requirements or require a higher GPA. Transfer students must complete at least one semester at NDMU before applying.
Students can explore semester, summer, and academic-year opportunities. Because NDMU requires undergraduate students to complete their final 30 credits at the University, and because transcripts from abroad may take time to arrive, students cannot study abroad during their final academic year at NDMU. Planning early with your academic advisor and the Director of International Studies is important.
NDMU students can explore a variety of international experiences, including semester and summer study abroad programs through approved providers and exchange agreements. NDMU also offers faculty-led academic programs, which are typically one to three weeks long and may be taken for academic credit or personal enrichment. Where can I go?
NDMU students have access to study abroad opportunities around the world through University exchange agreements and approved study abroad providers. Explore our available destinations and programs to find an experience that matches your academic and personal goals.
Study abroad isn’t limited to students studying international relations or languages. Students from different majors can explore opportunities abroad.
Because degree requirements vary, meet with your academic advisor and the Director of International Studies to determine when studying abroad would work best for your academic plan and which programs may fit your major.
Notre Dame has programs across the globe through direct exchange agreements with other universities and study abroad program providers.
Study abroad programs offer courses across many areas of study. Before selecting courses, students should work with their academic advisor and complete the required course pre-approval process to determine how courses may apply toward their NDMU degree
Where possible, courses may fulfill major or General Education requirements. Students will work with their academic advisor and the Director of International Studies to ensure that students enroll in appropriate courses.
Yes, studying abroad can fit into your graduation plan, but planning ahead is important. Meet with your academic advisor before applying to discuss your degree requirements, proposed courses, and expected graduation date.
NDMU’s new routing process also specifically requires the academic advisor to review whether the proposed term abroad is academically appropriate and whether the student’s expected graduation timeline remains realistic.
Not necessarily. Study abroad opportunities are available in English-speaking countries, and some programs in countries where English is not the primary language offer courses taught in English.
Language requirements vary by program, so students should review the requirements of the specific program they are considering.
You won’t have to plan everything by yourself. The Director of International Studies can help you explore programs and understand the study abroad process.
Your academic advisor will help you determine how studying abroad fits into your degree plan, while the Registrar’s Office reviews registration and transfer-credit considerations, and Financial Aid reviews how your existing aid may apply.
