Learning Abroad

Here at the University of Minnesota Crookston, we are proud to offer students the opportunity to study around the world. With the help of our program providers, our office staff can help get you started on your journey to see the world. Not only will you have the experience of a lifetime, but also employers will see your study abroad experience as important and beneficial to any career.

Get Started - Apply Here!

To help make your learning abroad experience a stress free and easy process, follow the steps below.

1. Find Your Program

The University of Minnesota Crookston offers several short-term program options, led by our faculty. UMC Learning abroad also offers tailored programs to fit each student’s needs. (see "UMC Learning Abroad Programs" tab below).

Choose from the following:

Semester Programs (Fall or Spring)
Winter or Spring Break
May Session or Summer
Volunteer or Work

To see details for the programs UMC has to offer, check out the “UMC Learning Abroad Programs” tab below.

2. Talk to your Advisers

Learning Abroad and Academic Advisers
Your advisers can help you identify programs that match your personal and curricular interests that will fulfill major, minor, and other degree requirements. Advisers can also assist you with questions about financial aid, scholarships, and in setting up your learning abroad profile.

Study Abroad Greece Trip - May 2014

3. Apply for your Learning Abroad Program

To Apply for your Learning Abroad Program, click the Get Started button below.

Apply for a Study Abroad Program

Spring 2022 Application Deadlines:
TBA

Student group that studied abroad

4. Financial Aid and Scholarship Requirements

In the “Financial Aid and Scholarships tab” learn about the requirements you must fulfill in order to study abroad. Be sure to check for deadlines on scholarship applications!

5. Go to “Information and Forms” tab for a travel checklist of required forms you must complete.

6. Share Your Study Abroad Experience

Check out the “Student and Group Profiles” tab!

UMC Learning Abroad Programs

The University of Minnesota Crookston offers several short term faculty lead programs.
Learn more about each program below or if you're ready, see the "get started" tab above!

2022 Application Deadlines:
TBA

Enjoy past years opportunities

France - 2 Weeks in May 2020

Description
Open to anyone interested in Agriculture. Focus will be on international production and marketing. This program will run from May 11 - 23, 2020.

Program Leaders
Harouna Maiga, PhD
Terrill Bradford, PhD

Curriculum
UMC's France 2020 program flyer

India & Nepal - 2 Weeks in May 2020

Description
Tracing the Sacred in India and Nepal: Legends, Philosophy, Yoga, Dance and more. Travels will be to Doublin, Limerick, Cork, Belfast and Edinburgh. This program will run from May 11 - 23, 2020.

Program Leaders
Rachel McCoppin, PhD (Humanities)
Megan Bell, assistant professor (Communication)

Curriculum

UMC's India & Nepal 2020 program flyer

Italy - 2 Weeks in May 2020

Description
Reggio Emilla & Montesori Education. This program runs 2 weeks in May 2020.

Program Leaders
Connie Camrud, teaching specialist
Shari Daniels, assistant professor

Curriculum

UMC's Italy 2020 program flyer

New Zealand and Australia - 2 Weeks in May 2020

Description
Cultural and natural history of New Zealand and Australia. This program runs May 11 - 28, 2020. See the program flyer for more details.

Program Leaders
Brian Dingmann, associate professor (Biology)
Eddie Walker, assistant professor (Honors Program Coordinator)

Curriculum

UMC's New Zealand and Australia 2020 program flyer

Financial Aid and Scholarships

Two students looking at gold coins

Apply for UMC Study Abroad Scholarships! We are proud to offer multiple scholarships for students studying abroad on our own programs.
Be sure to talk to a Financial Aid Adviser to discuss how afford your trip, and if there are any more scholarships available. Check out University of Minnesota Finances Abroad for more information.

Scholarship Deadlines

Spring Break, Winter Break, and May Session scholarships – November 1
Summer/Fall – February 15

All Applications are open now! Click on the link below to Apply!

UMC Study Abroad Scholarships

Additional Scholarships:
• Benjamin Gilman
• Katherine Sullivan
• Boren

Health, Safety and Insurance Information

The University of Minnesota offers mandatory international health insurance through Cultural Insurance Services International (CISI) for education abroad opportunities. Insurance can be purchased at the UMC Learning Abroad Office.

CISI

The Center for Disease Control and Prevention has more information regarding:

ISIC Traveler and Health Insurance Card – Optional traveler insurance card that is good for up to a year.

Contact Rae French for more information regarding ISIC cards.

Parent Resources

Learning abroad resources for parents information will be coming soon. If you have questions in the mean time, please don't hesitate to contact our office!

FAQs

Can I study in My Major?
YES! Learning abroad programs are developed in collaboration with academic departments, faculty, and foreign institutions to ensure that credits will apply toward degree requirements. In addition, you can take part in an internship or independent research.

Do I need a Passport?
Yes! All students will need a valid passport. Visa are not required in all countries. Please check with the UMC Learning Abroad Department for more information.

How do I apply for a Passport?
For more information on how to apply for a passport.

Do I have to speak a foreign Language?
No. Many programs have courses taught in English, so there is not a language requirement.

Are there Scholarships and/or Financial Aid Available?
YES! Scholarships are available, and financial aid applies to most Study Abroad Programs.

Are there prerequisites or do I need prior subject matter knowledge? Study Abroad New Zealand Trip - May 2015 Maybe. It depends on the program. For Global Seminar Courses there are no prerequisites. However, you must be interested in the subject matter being taught as it is an intensive course at the 3000 level. For all other programs it is imperative that students research the classes they need to take. Talk to your academic adviser.

Do I need a Power of Attorney while I am abroad?
Many students who are studying, working, or traveling abroad appoint a trusted person to take care of their personal, business, and financial affairs while they are out of the country. The Learning Abroad Center recommends that all students, especially financial aid students, arrange for a Power of Attorney. Learn more about setting up Power of Attorney.

Something has come up and I need to cancel, what are my options?
You may cancel even after confirming your attendance of a program. However, there is a proper procedure to follow, and you will be liable for some of the program fees. Also, students have the option to appeal the Learning Abroad Center’s Cancellation Policy when canceling from a program for extenuating circumstances.