Photography Abroad

Program Suggestions

Explore these featured programs, offering courses that can help photography majors meet their requirements while experiencing the world! Note that Photography 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

Location

Program, Host Institution, or University Name

Notes

Courses

   

Summer 2026 Faculty-led programs will be announced in August of 2025.

Faculty-led programs have a $500 deposit due two weeks after notification of acceptance. 

 

Semester and Academic Year Programs

Location

Program, Host Institution, or University Name

Program Type

Notes

Courses

Costa Rica

GVSU In Costa Rica

Universidad Veritas

Provider

Ecological photography

Cultural photography

This is a GVSU Signature program offering additional discounts and support for students 

Pre-approved Courses

Greece

HISA: Hellenic International Studies in the Arts

Provider

Digital photography

Black & White photography

Advanced courses and independent study opportunities available 

Available Courses

Italy

WorldStrides Florence University of the Arts and Apicius International School of Hospitality (FUA and AISH)

Provider

 

Pre-approved Courses

Thailand

WorldStrides Mahidol University International College (MUIC)

Provider

 

Pre-approved Courses

Summer Programs

Location

Program, Host Institution, or University Name

Program Type

Notes

Courses

France

IES Abroad Arles Summer Study in Provence

Provider

Photography and French Language

Available Courses

Greece

HISA: Hellenic International Studies in the Arts

Provider

Digital Photography

Available Courses

Portugal

WorldStrides Lisbon, Portugal: International Studies & Portuguese Language

Provider

Travel Photography 

Available Courses


Internships

Gain real-world experience globally and build your international network by participating in a Photography internship abroad. 

Internships Abroad


Explore Other Program Options

There are other program options available. Schedule a study abroad advising appointment to learn more or browse our other program options:

Browse More Programs


Scholarship Opportunities

 

Explore more scholarship opportunities through our scholarship page 

The phrase “a picture is worth a thousand words” is more resonant than ever in moments where language is limited and visual communication is key. Opportunities for photography students range from fascinating electives like “Architecture of Rome” to “EcAological Photography” in Costa Rica. Exciting internships like a fashion photographer’s assistant or an archaeological excavation photographer can cultivate inspiration for independent studies or thesis work. 

The visions of the world are incredibly diverse and rewarding in each their own way. In a field that requires creativity, ingenuity and originality, what better way to fuel the senses than taking time to experience some place completely new!

 

"If seeing is believing, why not see the world and let others see it too?"

- Megan Lendman, Photography major


Department Contact

Stafford Smith

[email protected]

215 Lake Superior Hall




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