International Relations / Political Science
PROGRAM SUGGESTIONS
Explore these featured programs, offering courses that can help IR/PLS majors meet their requirements while experiencing the world! Note that IR/PLS students are not limited to these programs or locations. The Padnos International Center is happy to help students find additional programs that meet thier degree requirements.
Study Abroad participants can use their experiences to fufill issues, global perspectives, gen-eds, and electives as well as specific major requirements.
FACULTY-LED PROGRAMS
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Available Courses |
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Northern Ireland (UK) |
PSY 386: The Psychology of Peace, Conflict, and Reconciliation (6 credits) *Fulfills Global Perspectives and 1 Issues |
This program is no longer accepting applications for Summer 2025. Summer 2026 faculty led program options will be announced in August of 2025. |
SEMESTER AND ACADEMIC YEAR PROGRAMS
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Location |
Program, Host Institution, or University Name |
Program Type |
Notes |
Courses |
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Germany |
Provider |
Program includes a part-time internship. |
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Japan |
Exchange |
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Morocco |
WorldStrides Meknes Study Center: Arabic Studies, International Relations & Language |
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Multiple Locations |
School for International Training |
Provider |
SIT offers programs for IR/Political Science students in multiple locations. |
Courses vary depending on location |
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Romania |
Exchange |
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Poland |
Exchange |
Program is a full academic year. |
SUMMER PROGRAMS
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Location |
Program, Host Institution, or University Name |
Program Type |
Notes |
Available Courses |
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Germany |
WorldStrides Berlin, Germany: Business and the European Union |
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Switzerland |
Provider |
SIT programs may be a good match for students who want careers in the federal government. |
RESTRICTIONS
- Students may NOT take IR International Relations Capstone abroad.
- Students may NOT take the Political Science Capstone abroad. The following PLS courses may not be taken abroad: PLS 300, PLS 350
INTERNSHIPS
Gain real-world experience globally and build your international network by participating in an internship abroad.
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EXPLORE OTHER PROGRAMS
There are other program options available. Schedule a study abroad advising appointment to learn more or browse our other program options:
SCHOLARSHIPS
GVSU Partnership Grants
Zeeb International Relations Study Abroad Schoarship
Murray Study Abroad Scholarship
Explore more scholarship opportunities through our scholarship page
International Relations Dept. Contact
Polly Diven
2320 Au Sable Hall
(616) 331-3282
Political Science Department Contact
Darren Walhof
1121 AuSable Hall
616-331-2320
[email protected]
"Studying International Relations at Grand Valley fostered my desire to explore the world and with the biggest asset of IR being the ability to study in practically any location, I found myself in Puntarenas, Costa Rica for an academic year. Start your journey to study abroad and discover the incredible places it will take you!" - Katie LaRue
