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Study Abroad

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Ready to transform your life while embracing new cultures, forming lasting friendships and gaining valuable experiences around the world? Your study abroad adventure awaits!

Study Abroad Portal

View video instructions for how to use the study abroad portal.

Japan 2024

Want to know what your study abroad experience could be like? Check out the sights from the School of Business' study abroad trip to Japan in summer 2024!

Need more information?

Contact us: 
Office of International Programs and Development
Old Main 430
360-438-4597
studyabroad@stmartin.edu

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Types of programs

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Global Partners

Semester or year-long exchanges
Earn credit for your degree
Application deadline for 2026-2027: October 15, 2025

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Faculty-led programs

Short-term programs
Opportunities to earn credit
Application deadlines vary

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Ambassadors Abroad

Short-term cultural exchange programs
Application deadline: November 15, 2025

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Intern Abroad

4 - 12 week options in summer
Opportunities to earn credit
In-country and virtual options
Application deadlines vary

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Upcoming trips & events

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REAL ID deadline

If you are traveling in the U.S. you need a REAL ID compliant document starting May 7, 2025. Are you ready?

Learn about REAL ID
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Winter break in Buenos Aires

Program Dates: December 13-21, 2025
Application deadline: September 5, 2025
Estimated cost: $4,200

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Passport scholarship

Eligibility: first time U.S. passport applicant, meet U.S. State Department eligibility requirements and no conduct violations.
Get reimbursed up to $145

Apply now

Scholarships

Scholarships

We are committed to helping you achieve your pursuit of international education, regardless of your financial need. Learn more about awards designated to help you afford your study abroad experience by contributing to your existing financial aid. Find scholarships

Saints abroad

Finding self and a second home in Ireland
People often talk about "finding themselves," and I never truly understood that until I experienced this incredible year. Living in a new country, surrounded by fresh perspectives and endless opportunities for adventure, breathed new life into me.
Deena Benmouloud '25
Biology
Living Our Benedictine Values
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Community Living
To become who we are by our relationships with others. “Let all things be common to all.” — Rule of Benedict 33
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Deena Benmouloud '25
Biology
Worldwise business: mastering strategies through international experience
“To excel in the business world, I must broaden my perspective and experience as the business world is getting even more globalized.”
Aman Lidder '23
Master of Accountancy
Living Our Benedictine Values
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Respect for Persons
To respect each person regardless of class, background or professional skill. "No one is to pursue what is judged best for oneself, but instead, what is better for someone else." — Rule of Benedict 72
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Aman Lidder '23
Master of Accountancy
Exploring the globe: being an ambassador abroad in South Korea
“Don’t psych yourself out, you can do it. There is a learning curve but nothing you can’t handle. If you want the experience, take the leap.”
Rebecca Hyre '26 & Ethan Meyers '25
Communication studies & mechanical engineering
Living Our Benedictine Values
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Listening
To hear keenly and sensitively the voices of persons and all created beings. “Listen...with the ear of your heart.” — Rule of Benedict Prologue
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Rebecca Hyre '26 & Ethan Meyers '25
Communication studies & mechanical engineering
Making pasta and self discoveries in Italy
"I took advantage of the independence and self-growth from being in a whole new country."
Melia Salangdron '24
Psychology, research concentration
Living Our Benedictine Values
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Listening
To hear keenly and sensitively the voices of persons and all created beings. “Listen...with the ear of your heart.” — Rule of Benedict Prologue
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Melia Salangdron '24
Psychology, research concentration
To travel is to begin to know
"I would like to challenge students to step out of their comfort zones and travel."
Jase Kugiya '18
Social Work
Living Our Benedictine Values
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Listening
To hear keenly and sensitively the voices of persons and all created beings. “Listen...with the ear of your heart.” — Rule of Benedict Prologue
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Jase Kugiya '18
Social Work
Swimming with sharks
“Although studying abroad can be a little scary at first, it is so worth it. Without this opportunity, I wouldn’t know what Australia was like, let alone what it would be like to swim with some of the most fascinating animals in the ocean.”
Kari Inch ’15
Biology
Class of 2015
Kari Inch ’15
Kari Inch ’15
Biology
Class of 2015

Tools and resources

Resources

U.S. Government resources

Students Abroad U.S. passports U.S. travel warnings

Travel health information

CDC travel health notices World Health Organization health notices

Travel information and help

Atlapedia National Geographic Travel

Language resources

Mango Languages - Access more than 70 world languages for FREE with Saint Martin's email

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Forms

Forms

Course approval form

Faculty-led Study Abroad program proposal form

Smart Traveler Enrollment Program

Study Abroad checklist

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Global business leaders series

Worldstrides Partnership

Study abroad partner Worldstrides presents virtual 30-minute interviews with global business leaders and subject matter experts on such topics as current state of business, adapting to a new landscape, and advice on leadership.

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News & articles

News & articles

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