Research Possible Programs

After attending General Advising, it is up to you to find the option that best suits your academic and personal needs.

Begin by researching University of Maryland Programs. UM administers year, semester, winter and summer programs in countries all over the world.

If you can’t find a UM program that is right for you, we can work with you to find another option. The university will accept transfer credit from many programs administered by other institutions.

Non-UM programs fall into three main categories:

• Programs administered by other U.S. universities
• Programs administered by study abroad organizations
• Direct enrollment at a nationally-recognized foreign institution

Students can research non-UM program options by consulting:

1. Resource Library in 1101 Holzapfel Hall (Open Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm)
   
2. Helpful websites such as www.iiepassport.org or www.studyabroad.com
   

Please note: All non-UM programs must be approved by a Study Abroad Advisor, as many study abroad programs are not acceptable for transfer credit. Approval is typically completed during Individual Advising appointments.

NEW! Study Abroad Fee: Students who enroll in non-Maryland programs for semester study abroad will be charged a $400 fee, effective for Spring 2009.  Students who enroll in Maryland exchange programs for semester study abroad will be charged a $250 fee, effective Spring 2009.  This charge will appear directly on student accounts.  Students who attend other UM-administered and sponsored semester programs pay a study abroad fee as part of the overall program cost, so no additional charge will appear on their account. 

For information and resources for international internship, volunteer and work abroad programs, visit the Globally Engaged Website.