Published: Feb. 8, 2022 By

The world still awaits! Learn more about Education Abroad's new international programs and the approaching application deadlines.

ENVD students in Rome

Students explore Rome during a Global Seminar. Photo courtesy of Ethan Harrold.

ÌýOaxaca, Mexico May 14–28 ÌýApply by Feb. 15
Learn about the impressive history of the peoples of Mexico prior to colonization by visiting ancient archaeological sites, including ongoing excavation and research of a 1,200-year-old city. Discover the diverse cultures of the Zapotec, Mixtec, and Chatino peoples of Oaxaca, Mexico. Study with Professor Arthur Joyce, whose research focuses on the pre-Columbian peoples of Mesoamerica particularly surrounding issues of power, political dynamics and landscape.Ìý

ÌýOslo & Bergen, Norway May 31–June 15ÌýÌýApply by Feb. 15
Spend the summerÌýin Norway! Earn 3 credits in two weeks and explore Norwegian culture and history through museums, concerts and castles. Experience stunning geography in a cross-country train ride and participate in the famous Bergen International Festival. Study with Nordic studies expert Professor Tamar Larsen, who spent eight years living in Norway and who has spent five years teaching Modern Nordic Culture at CU.

ÌýRome, Italy May 11–24 ÌýApply by Feb. 15
Explore the ancient city of Rome in a two-week Maymester program and fulfill an engineering humanities credit. Visit the Roman Forum, the Coliseum, the Trevi Fountain, the Sistine ChapelÌýand much more! Dive in depth to the history and culture of the city with Professor Paul Diduch, an expert of ancient philosophy.

ÌýAthens, Greece May 24–June 15Ìý Apply by Feb. 15
Examine sports and the role of the athlete in the birthplace of the Olympic games. With activities ranging from guided tours of Athens' most famous spots to an optional surfing class, and excursions to Naxos and Santorini, you won't want to miss out on this unique opportunity! Study withÌýNicholas Villanueva, director of the Critical Sports Studies certificate at CU.

ÌýArusha, Tanzania June 10–26Ìý Apply by March 1
Students explore remote conservation areas around the Serengeti and coastal communities over threeÌýweeks in Tanzania on this Education Abroad program. Learn more about indigenous peoples and conservation in one of the most beautiful and biologically important regions of the world, study political ecology, culture and development while living amongst indigenous groups such as the Maasai and Hadzabe people. This course has CU approvals for A&S gen ed social science, engineering, anthropology, environmental studies, geographyÌýand more!

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Immerse yourself in conservation biology from the comfort of your home and earn four credits in two and a half weeks in this virtual Global Seminar. Learn about Brazil's other tropical forest—the Atlantic Forest, a threatened center of faunal and floral biodiversity. Participate in individual and group projects related to on-going, fully operational wildlife and landscape conservation programs, coupled with socioeconomic development. Daily synchronous class sessions will connect you with IPÊ's research programs in the Pontal do Paranapanema region of western São Paulo state, Iguaçu Falls National Park (Brazil), and other sites throughout Brazil. Guest lecturers will be IPÊ research scientists and government environmental agency personnel. Study with Timothy Kittel, who has more thanÌý35 years of professional experience in global comparative ecosystem and climate geography.

ÌýDakar, Senegal May 7–28 ÌýApply by March 1
Spend May differently this year and travel to Dakar, Senegal, for a three-week, 3-credit course! Explore social justice and global development in the context of Senegal's rich cultural heritage while collaborating with a Senegalese activist theater troupe. Discover this vibrant capital city which sits at a geographic, cultural and linguistic crossroads andÌý is deeply immersed in global histories of African, Islamic and Francophone cultures. Learn from Professor Brian Valente-Quinn, who has conducted extensive fieldwork in Senegal specifically about theater. No language background required.

ÌýRome, Italy May 15–June 25Ìý Apply by March 1
Experience the history and architecture of Rome and get 9 credits in this six-week program. This ancient city with thousands of years of architectural history provides a fascinating case study for students interested in urban planning, architectureÌýand site analysis. Grab your sketchbook and gelato for an unforgettable experience. Study with CU Professor Marianne Holbert, a licensed architect, and Antonella De Michelis of ACCENT International in Rome.


As we navigate the COVID-19 pandemic together, Education Abroad is here to support students and remains steadfast in our mission of providing CU ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ students with access to an extensive portfolio of high-impact programs abroad to promote academic, personal, and professional growth in a safe environment. Visit the for more information.