GVSU Internship Course (1-6 credits)

Typically, students register for three credits of their major's internship course (490). The exact course and number of credits is determined by each student's academic department. (e.g., ACC 490 Accounting Internship, MOV 399 Movement Science Independent Study, HTM 290 Hospitality & Tourism Internship, etc.). Learn more about the requirements for an internship in your major including the professor who oversees internships (Internship Coordinator) in your department here. 

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Students seeking a practicum meeting professional licensing requirements should consult their advisor before applying to determine whether this program fulfills licensing requirements. This program is not designed to fulfill student teaching requirements for teacher certification. For more information on student teaching overseas, please see the Consortium for Overseas Student Teaching: www.gvsu.edu/cost

Fulfills General Education Global Perspectives requirement with 3+ credits.

Fulfills (1) General Education Issues course requirement with with 3+ credits. Reflection required. 

For more information on General Education Requirements, click here.

Students will live in shared apartments.

SUMMER COST BREAKDOWN

FINANCIAL AID

All students considering study abroad should have their financial aid reevaluated regardless of whether they are currently receiving federal aid or not. Early application for financial aid is strongly recommended.

SCHOLARSHIPS/GRANTS

GVSU   International Internship Scholarship
Spring/Summer/Fall Application Deadline: February 15
Amount: Up to $2,000 (5-10 awards per year)

GE Generation Study Abroad
Amount: Up to $1,500

Gi lman Scholarship
Amount: Up to $5,000

GVSU  Murray Scholarship
Amount: $1,500-$5,000

GVSU  Career Center Internship Award
Amount: $500

Additional Scholarships

Open to all majors with sophomore standing. 2.5 GPA required for undergraduate students. English-speaking internship placement.