Study Abroad
Rockhurst students are encouraged to study abroad through accredited programs that literally open the classroom door to the world. A variety of well-established programs are available in many locations around the world through a number of affiliated universities and study abroad providers.
For more information email the Study Abroad Office or call (816) 501-3441.
Rockhurst University Programs
In addition to the large number of programs available through study abroad providers, Rockhurst offers three programs of international study through the Department of Modern Languages and Literature:
Mexico
Students may attend a summer program of intensive study in Spanish at several locations in Mexico, including Oaxaca, Puebla, Merida, and Xalapa.
France
Students experience the culture and excitement of Rennes, France while gaining French language proficiency and valuable insights through first-hand experience.
Spain
Students earn academic credit, stay with a Spanish family and travel to areas of interest several weekends during the program.
Forms and Information
Study Abroad Application (22KB PDF)
Pre-approval of Study Abroad Credit (7KB PDF)
Study Abroad To-Do Checklist (13KB PDF)
Culture Shock Information (23KB PDF)
Helpful Tips/Packing Checklist (24KB PDF)
Safety Guidelines (24KB PDF)
Additional Study Abroad Resources
The following are links to resources that will help you start planning your study abroad experience.
Approved Study Abroad Providers:
The Alliance for Global Education (China)
Arcadia University-College of Global Studies
AsiaLearn
AustraLearn (Australia and New Zealand)
The Beijing Center
Boston University
EuroLearn
Institute for Studies Abroad – Butler University (IFSA)
International Study Abroad (ISA)
The John Felice Rome Center – Loyola University (Chicago)
Madrid Campus – St. Louis University
Santa Clara University (Jesuit program) El Salvador
School for International Training
Universidad de Deusto (Jesuit program) Bilbao, Spain
Other Providers (approved on an individual case basis):
The American Institute for Education Abroad (AIFS)
CIEE International Study Programs
International Student Travel Confederation
General Information About Study Abroad:
Institute of International Education (IIE)
Study Abroad.com
Financing Study Abroad:
Financial Aid for Study Abroad: An Undergraduate Student’s Resource
Study Abroad Funding
Passport and Visa Information:
U.S. Department of State – travel advisories and visa information
Perry International
Travisa
Study Away (US) Opportunities:
Lakota Nation - South Dakota State University
Washington Semester – American University
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