Students will register for a total of six (6) credits:

COM 375: Communication Research (3 credits) AND

COM 380: Special Topics in Communication (3 credits) 

Those who do not need one or both of these classes have the option of doing an Independent Study and/or Senior Thesis instead. Prerequisites may be waived at the Program Director's discretion. 

Fulfills General Education Global Perspectives requirement.

Fulfills (1) General Education Issues course requirement. Reflection required.

Language of Instruction: English

2023 PROGRAM COST:

Program Fee: $7,338

Includes

• Round-trip transportation from Grand Rapids
• Accommodation
• Class instruction
• Field trips & fees
• Most meals
• Ground transportation

Other Expenses

• GVSU Tuition, undergraduate ($3,690)
• Personal expenses & some meals ($30)
• Passport fees ($200)

TOTAL PROJECTED COST (Program Fee + Other Expenses): $11,258

SCHOLARSHIPS/GRANTS:

Students may fund study abroad by using financial aid, scholarships, grants and personal funds. A study abroad adviser can help you create a funding plan.

FACULTY-LED PROGRAM GRANT (Up to $1,500): All degree-seeking students who apply to their faculty-led program by the priority deadline are automatically considered for a grant of up to $1,500 from the Padnos International Center. Students must have a current FAFSA on file to be eligible. No application required.

Global Programs Scholarship (Varies): The purpose of this scholarship is to reduce the financial pressure on students and their families and make a Grand Valley education accessible to students from all backgrounds. This need-based scholarship will ensure that financial need does not become a barrier to intellectual and personal growth for students planning to study abroad or complete an internship abroad.

James F. and Virginia L. Goode Global Programs Scholarship:  The purpose of the scholarship is to reduce the financial pressure on students and their families and make a Grand Valley education accessible to students from all backgrounds. This need-based scholarship will ensure that financial need does not become a barrier to intellectual and personal growth for students planning to study abroad.

To apply for scholarships, visit the Study Abroad Scholarshipspage or  GVSU MyScholarships.

FINANCIAL AID:

To contact the Financial Aid office, email [email protected] with “Study Abroad” in the Subject line. Include your G Number and Total Projected Cost of the program in the e-mail. 

Non-GVSU Students: Non-GVSU students admitted for study abroad are not eligible for Financial Aid from GVSU. Check with your home school’s study abroad and financial aid offices for details on applying for financial aid from your home school toward study abroad program costs. 

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