Study Abroad with Saint Martin's University
No matter where you go, you'll find warm
smiles and new friends waiting to greet you. Study abroad with
Saint Martin's University and see where life takes you!
Study Abroad Guide
Study Abroad Facts
- You do NOT need to speak a foreign language to study abroad
Earn credit toward your major, minor, or elective requirements
- The cost of a semester abroad is approximately the same as a
semester at Saint Martin's
- Most students remain eligible for financial aid
- You can study abroad for a semester or year, or choose from one
of our exciting Study Tours. Summer programs are also
available.
- The minimum GPA for study abroad programs is 2.5, although some
programs require higher; students must be in good standing with the
university, and have completed at least 12 collegiate credits
(transfer credits accepted)
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Semester and Year-Long Programs
Semester programs are approximately 15 weeks.
A variety of housing options are available, ranging from dormitories and
university apartments to host families. You can earn credit toward
your major, minor, or elective requirements. You'll find
that the cost of a semester abroad is about the same as a semester at
Saint Martin's. Most students even remain eligible for financial
aid! So what are you waiting for? Apply today for one
of these exciting semester abroad programs!
- Argentina
- Australia
- Chile
- China
- Costa Rica
- Ecuador
- England
- France
- Hong Kong
- Ireland
- Italy
- Japan
- Korea
- Mexico
- New Zealand
- Peru
- Scotland
- Spain
- Taiwan
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Saint Martin's Study Tours
Study Tours are short, faculty-led programs lasting 1-3 weeks.
Study Tours are an excellent opportunity to explore a new country or
culture with a group of Saint Martin's students. You don't even
need to know a foreign language! Some Study Tours are offered for credit
as part of a course. Not only are Study Tours less expensive than
a semester abroad, many students are able to use their financial aid to
cover the cost of the program. Study Tour locations change
annually, although the China Study Tour and the Japan Cultural Exchange
Tour are offered every year. So what are you waiting for?
Apply today for a Saint Martin's Study Tour!
2009 Study Tours
China Study Tour - May (10-14 days)
Experience China this summer with an exciting trip led by Saint Martin's
faculty members. With a group of fellow students, you will explore
the places, faces, and cultures of China. Visit Beijing, Xian
and Shanghai. See the Great Wall, Tiananmen Square, and many
other famous landmarks. Academic credit is available for
undergraduate and graduate students. The tour will be tailored to
meet a variety of academic interests. For more information, please click
here.
Estimated Cost: $3,500 - includes airfare,
lodging, inter-city transportation, and most meals. Class
registration cost and Personal
spending money extra.
Japanese Cultural Exchange Trip - May (12 days)
Experience Japan this summer with an exciting trip led by a Saint
Martin's staff and faculty member. Your group will explore all
that Japan has to offer! See Tokyo, Osaka, and Okazaki. Learn
more about Japanese food and culture by staying with host families.
Five students will be selected to participate in JCET 2008.
Selection is based on academic leadership, interest in Pacific Rim
culture, and involvement with the Saint Martin's community. This
trip is currently not offered for credit. For more information,
please click here.
Estimated Cost: $1,200 - includes airfare,
food, lodging, and inter-city travel.* Personal spending money
extra.
*The low cost of this trip is possible thanks to
generous scholarships donated by the Associated Students of Saint
Martin's University (ASSMU) and the Office of International Programs and
Development.
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Summer Programs Abroad
Summer study abroad programs are available in a number of locations.
Like other study abroad programs, you can earn academic credit toward
your major, minor, or elective requirements. Dates vary by
location. So what are you waiting for?
Apply today for one
of these exciting summer study abroad programs!
- Argentina
- Australia
- Canada
- China
- England
- France
- Israel
- Italy
- Ireland
- Korea
- Japan
- Mexico
- Scotland
- South Africa
- Spain
- Switzerland
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Application Guidelines
Basic Requirements for Study Abroad:
- The minimum GPA is 2.0, although some programs require higher
- Students must be in good standing with the university
- Students must have completed at least 12 collegiate credits
(transfer credits accepted)
Application Deadlines:
Actual deadlines may vary. Please contact us for specific dates.
| Fall Semester Abroad: |
Mid-February |
| Spring Semester Abroad: |
Early October |
| Study Tours: |
Mid-November |
| Summer Abroad: |
Early March |
Application Procedure:
- Stop by the Study Abroad Office in Old Main 419 for information
about study abroad programs or contact us for more information.
- Talk to your academic advisor about the study abroad program you
are interested in, and how you can fit a study abroad program into
your academic goals.
- Make an appointment with a Financial Aid counselor to see how
your financial aid package will apply towards a study abroad
program.
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Information for Parents
We understand that sometimes parents have different concerns than their
students. Here are the answers to some questions parents often
ask:
How does study abroad benefit my student?
Now more than ever, it is important that students learn to be
responsible global citizens. Employer and graduate schools agree
that candidates who have international experience are more likely to
succeed after graduation. Whether students want to improve their
language skills, experience new cultures, or see a different part of the
world, study abroad will open many doors to their future. Student
returning from study abroad programs say that they benefit most from the
self-confidence and new perspectives international travel fosters.
Is study abroad expensive?
No! Study abroad costs about the same as a semester of tuition,
fees, and room and board at Saint Martin's. Many students remain
eligible for financial aid, and in some cases extended aid is available.
There are also many scholarships available to students studying abroad.
Will my student fall behind academically?
No! As part of the application process, we require that students
speak to their advisors about study abroad and their academic goals.
Students are required to take a full course load while they are abroad,
and all the credits transfer back to Saint Martin's either as elective
credit, or credit toward the student's major or minor.
Is study abroad safe?
Yes! Although it may be a little scary sending your student out
into the world, we work hard to make sure our students remain safe at
all times. We closely monitor our study abroad locations and will
cancel a program or return students if a region is found to be unsafe.
Flights, housing, and insurance are arranged well in advance of
students' intended departure dates. During orientation, we talk
about health and safety issues that may affect students while they are
abroad. For semester and summer programs, a second orientation is
provided on-site when students arrive in their host countries.
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Contact Us
We're here to help. Whether you're looking for information,
applying for a program, or currently studying abroad, we're always ready
to assist you in any way we can.
Study Abroad Office
Phone: 360-438-4521
Fax: 360-438-4359
Old Main 419
Open Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Closed daily for lunch: 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
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