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Saint Martin's ambassadors abroad

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  3. Saint Martin's ambassadors abroad

Participate in a short-term cultural exchange with our global partner universities! Student spots are limited, apply early. All academic majors are welcome to apply. No language skills are required to participate.

Eligibility

  • 3.0 cumulative GPA at Saint Martin's
  • No conduct violations
  • May need additional documentation if you do not meet these criteria

Note: Ambassadors Abroad programs are not eligible for other Saint Martin’s study abroad scholarships, except for the Passport Scholarship.

Questions? Ask us!

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

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Find study abroad opportunities

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China Cultural Exchange Program (CCEP)

Tentative dates: May 2026
Application deadline: November 15, 2025

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Japan Cultural Exchange Tour (JCET)

Tentative dates: May 2026
Application deadline: November 15, 2025

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Korea Cultural Exchange Program (KCEP)

Tentative dates: May 2026
Application deadline: November 15, 2025

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Please Note

Saint Martin's ambassadors abroad opportunities vary each year; deadlines will be updated on the website and announced via email to all staff, faculty and students at a later date. For more information, please email the Office of Study Abroad at  studyabroad@stmartin.edu. 

Past Ambassadors Abroad trips

CCEP 2025

Students and staff with a group of students from partner university
Saint Martin's students and faculty with our university partner, NCIAE!
Students practice Chinese calligraphy
Learning and practicing Chinese calligraphy
A group of students in red lion costume
Traditional lion dance lesson!
Students in white robes do hand salute with tai chi teachers in a room
Saints locked in for a Tai Chi lesson!
A group of students with toy pandas on their hats
Visiting the Beijing Zoo with pandas!
A student shows a camera on Great Wall under foggy sky
Rainy memories on the Great Wall!
Students gather around a meal at a table
Enjoying a delicious and spicy group hot pot meal!
Trip details

This 10-day program explores Chinese culture alongside our partner universities in China. The program runs in Hangzhou or Langfang. The program location varies every year. Past programs have experienced the ancient cities wonders of Beijing including The Great Wall and the world-renowned financial and multicultural city of Shanghai. 

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JCET 2025

JCET 2025

Students pose in front of a train and a sign in Japanese
Saints navigating the train system around Kobe and Osaka!
Students and teachers work on pages of Japanese calligraphy
Practicing traditional Japanese calligraphy!
Students standing in front of gate on sunny day
Visitation to partner, Ashiya University and campus tour!
Students and faculty on balcony overlooking rice fields and building with traditional roof
Exploring Fukui!
Students show off their meal of fish
Enjoying a meal with the host family!
Trip details

This 10-day program invites students to learn more about Japanese culture through visitation to multiple global partner universities. Each year offers unique opportunities that may include homestays, and visits to the cities of Kobe, Osaka, Fukui and Tokyo.

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KCEP 2025

KCEP 2025

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Experiencing a Buddhist temple stay
Students pose with a caricature drawn of them in front of a building with caricatures on the wall
Saints creating memories and caricatures in Seoul!
Students smile and make peace signs at the camera in the midst of a huge crowd outside
A trip to the zoo and Everland Amusement Park with Konkuk students!
Students and faculty in traditional dress in front of Korean building
Learning about traditional Korean Hanbok and trying them on!
Students in aprons sit at tables with lots of food in a dining room
Group meal with Konkuk students and staff!
Students work in a science lab
Learning about K-Beauty in the lab and making some products with Konkuk students!
Trip details

This 10-day program invites students to engage with our global partner, Konkuk University. Students are introduced to Korean culture, language and traditions. Experience a reflective temple stay, meet local students and explore the bustling city of Seoul.

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CCEP 2024

CCEP 2024

Watch a video recapping this trip!

Students and staff in red shirts perform in a line on stage with lots of colored lights
Saints performing "Dancing Queen" at a university talent show!
Students and faculty at night in front of lit up Shanghai cityscape
Strolling the Bund in Shanghai and seeing the city views at night!
Students and staff in front of large statue of Chinese letters at foot of monument
The base of the Pearl Tower in Shanghai!
Students put on gloves in kitchen
Dumpling making lesson with Tongji students and staff to start the new year!
Trip details

This 10-day program explores Chinese culture alongside our partner universities in China. The program runs in Hangzhou or Langfang. The program location varies every year. Past programs have experienced the ancient cities wonders of Beijing including The Great Wall and the world-renowned financial and multicultural city of Shanghai. 

Learn more