Academic Advice

• The best time for CMB students to go abroad tends to be early in their college careers, when gen-eds and more basic science classes are still available. Internships, especially during summers, could also be a great way to boost your science resume in preparation for a career or graduate school. Many comprehensive universities in Europe and Australia offer science courses taught in English, and Arcadia University or EuroScholars could provide you the opportunity to perform laboratory science abroad.

• The earliest you can go abroad is the summer of your first year.
• Students may fulfill General Education Foundation and Issues requirements abroad
• Students taking at least 3 credits abroad will fulfill their Global Perspectives requirement
• Once you have selected a program, be sure to meet with your adviser at least three months prior to departing for your program.
• There are several opportunities to intern and or volunteer while abroad.
• Students should be working with their faculty mentor to plan and make appropriate course selections for study abroad.

To determine the GVSU course equivalencies for courses taken abroad, please visit our Course Approval page. 

Once you have selected a program, schedule a meeting with your academic advisor to discuss your plans.