•Hands-on startup challenges in Portugal’s innovation hub Porto.

•Global mentors and industry experts.

•400 diverse participants from around the world.

•Earn class credits. (transferrable to 3 US credits)

•Experience real-world entrepreneurial experience.

Study Abroad in Porto, Portugal with European Innovation Academy (EIA)!

GVSU students interested in entrepreneurship and innovation join other students from around the world to create a start-up venture in Portugal for 3 weeks during the summer.

• Students earn 3 credit hours, as transfer credit from Universidade do Porto (Portugal) as either MGT 499 or ENT 350
• The course also fulfills one Issues and Global Perspectives general education requirement. 
• Business students may apply for a Seidman Study Abroad scholarship, on myScholarships
• Other scholarships and grants are available through the Padnos International Center.
• Take another 3 credit spring class, and qualify for financial aid!
• Designed for all students, ideal for those in business, engineering, and computing & information systems

For more information on EIA:
Visit EIA's Website https://www.inacademy.eu/portugal/

Application Deadlines:
February 14, 2025

Have Questions? Contact:
Shorouq Almallah, Director for The Richard M. and Helen DeVos Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation
[email protected]
(616) 331-7256

Who Should Apply?
GVSU students who:

• Have a passion for entrepreneurship, and a drive for innovation  
• Have tenacity and dedication to achieving course learning objectives  
• Are willing to work on a multicultural team   
• Have basic knowledge of Lean Startups   
• Have tolerance and adaptability to cultural diversity 

Expected Student Profile:
Students from all majors are welcome, with a particular emphasis on those with entrepreneurial, IT, software engineering, marketing, or other business backgrounds. 
Each team has five students and will be comprised of the following disciplines:

• Software, mobile or web development 
• Design-UI/UX design
• Digital marketing and growth hacking
• Various Business fields  
• Scientist & Other  

Program Dates:  

July 20-August 8, 2025| Porto, Portugal

Daily Schedule

The program lasts for three weeks from Monday to Friday. The weekends are off to discover Porto and Portugal independently. The program starts at 10 AM and ends at 6 PM with few exceptions, like Startup Expo and Grand Pitch. 6PM until 8PM is planned for your independent teamwork.

The daily agenda looks like this: 

10 AM – 12 PM: Keynote sessions
12 PM – 1 PM: Lunch
1 PM – 2 PM: Independent Teamwork
2 PM – 6 PM: Team Mentoring Sessions & Clinics & Workshops
6 PM – 8 PM: Independent Teamwork

Courses

Transfer transcript from the University of Porto

*Fulfills (1) Issues course & Global Perspectives 

• Students will earn a total of 3 transfer credits from Universidade do Porto in Portugal. Students can choose to receive either MGT 499 or ENT 350 credit.

EIA Fees

Limited number of scholarships available through CEI

Program fee: €2149 (Euros) 
Convert the cost from Euros to US Dollars

What’s Included?

· Tuition

· 3 credits

· On-site coaching

Housing: €1095 (Euros) for a cluster room

Total EIA program fee:  €3244

Travel & other costs

Other fees:

$1500-$2200+ (varies based on individual choices and spending)
Students are responsible to purchase the following expenses directly: 

·Airfare: $1,200 - $1,500

 . Meals:  $500

· ISIC card:  $28

· Passport/Visa:  $145

· IS 380-course fee $84—paid to GVSU

How do I pay to study abroad?

• Students can use financial aid, scholarships, grants, personal funds, and alternative loans to fund their study abroad.  

For more information on funding, visit: www.gvsu.edu/studyabroad

Housing Option and Cost

Location
R. Manuel Pacheco De Miranda 205, 4200-804 Porto (see it on Google Maps)

Check-in: July 18 Friday) - from 9AM
Check-out: August 10 (Sunday) - until 4PM

Facilities
Washing lounge paid separately, gym, rooftop, swimming pool, movie room, games room, lounge areas, and 24/7 security.

Price: € 1095 (Euros) $1127 USD for a cluster room (shared living room and kitchen)

Room Amenities

• Single bed
• AC
• Private bathroom
• Kitchenette
• Desk & chair
• High-speed Wi-Fi
• Weekly cleaning
• Towels & bed linens
• Kitchen Utensils

Eligibility & Application

Wondering if you are an eligible participant?
• Open to all majors. Students must have a 2.5 GPA.

To apply for this study abroad opportunity:
• Apply online at: www.gvsu.edu/studyabroad (Apply as a non-GVSU program)