Study Abroad
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Study abroad in Africa: A renewed commitment to global experiences
Vanderbilt students want to engage with the world in meaningful ways, and the university is deeply committed to making global opportunities available to students. The Vanderbilt Study Abroad team is essential to those goals, and they recently hosted a workshop with the School for International Training aimed at reinvigorating engagement in study abroad in Africa. Read MoreMay 16, 2024
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Study Abroad and Passport Fair set for Aug. 29
Visit the Office of Experiential Learning and Immersion Vanderbilt’s Study Abroad and Passport Fair to learn more about program options directly from study abroad organizations. You can hear from recent study abroad alumni, chat with study abroad advisers and connect with campus partners. Read MoreAug 22, 2023
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Class of 2023: Grace Locke aims to help immigrants with compassion and communication
Class of 2023: Grace Locke’s desire to better understand the immigration system and people fleeing their homelands, along with her gift for multiple languages, has uniquely positioned the political science and Spanish double major to make an impact. Read MoreApr 26, 2023
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Office of Global Safety lends support for travel-embedded courses
Working across every continent and time zone, the Vanderbilt Office of Global Safety could be called the office that never sleeps. The office works to ensure the health, safety and well-being of all Vanderbilt students, faculty and staff as they travel beyond the borders of Davidson County. Read MoreMar 8, 2023
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Apply for fall 2023 study abroad programs by Feb. 22
The deadline for most fall 2023 study abroad programs has been extended to Wednesday, Feb. 22. The Office of Experiential Learning and Immersion Vanderbilt encourages students to consider the many benefits of studying abroad in the fall. Read MoreFeb 15, 2023
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Global Education Office celebrates study abroad with annual fair, photo contest
More than 300 undergraduate students learned about Vanderbilt’s study abroad and experiential learning opportunities at the Global Education Office’s annual Study Abroad Fair on Aug. 30. The winners of this year’s study abroad photo contest also were celebrated. Read MoreSep 9, 2022
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Travel awareness regarding E.U. entry restrictions
On Monday, the European Union recommended that its 27 member states reimpose travel restrictions on travelers coming from the United States. The guidance is non-binding and up to each member state to decide which restrictions to impose. At this time, the… Read MoreSep 1, 2021
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Fall semester study abroad proceeding for select programs
The Global Education Office will support students on 13 programs in eight countries during the fall semester, with plans to expand offerings in the spring. Read MoreJun 23, 2021
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Study Abroad Virtual Fair set for Sept. 2
Join the Global Education Office on Wednesday, Sept. 2, from noon to 3 p.m. CT for a live virtual fair. Connect via Zoom with study abroad program partners, GEO advisers and Vanderbilt campus partners. Read MoreAug 19, 2020
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‘Study Abroad 101’ virtual information meeting April 30
All students are invited to learn the basics of studying abroad. Hear from Global Education Office staff about the benefits of studying overseas and how study abroad works at Vanderbilt. Read MoreApr 22, 2020
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For students: Guidance for study abroad participants regarding presidential proclamation
The federal government is restricting travel from Europe to the United States for the foreseeable future, beginning Friday, March 13. It appears this development does not apply to U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents. Vanderbilt is standing by to assist study abroad participants to the extent it can as this situation continues to evolve. Read MoreMar 12, 2020
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Study Abroad and Passport Fair set for Aug. 29
The Study Abroad and Passport Fair is scheduled from noon to 4 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 29. With the right planning, any major can study abroad. Vanderbilt offers more than 100 study abroad programs, with financial aid and scholarships available. Read MoreAug 22, 2019
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See Global Education Office’s 2019 photo contest winners
Vanderbilt’s Global Education Office, home of the undergraduate study abroad program, has announced the winners of its 2019 photo contest. Read MoreAug 20, 2019
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Walking the red carpet at Cannes … for class credit!
A group of Vanderbilt students from a diverse array of majors took part in “the experience of a lifetime” when they participated in a faculty-led Maymester class that took them across France, including a stop at the Cannes Film Festival. Rising junior Caroline Crawford reflects on the experience. Read MoreJun 20, 2019
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Studying abroad this fall? Attend these info sessions
The Global Education Office will host several events at The Martha Rivers Ingram Commons to encourage current first-year students to begin planning their study abroad experiences. You'll have more options if you’ve taken the time to plan—maximize your opportunities by meeting with a GEO team member. Read MoreApr 11, 2019
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Global Education Office to hold study abroad workshops April 3
Two workshops, "Study Abroad While Black" and "Study Abroad and Your Career" will take place on Wednesday, April 3. Read MoreMar 26, 2019
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Apply for fall 2019 study abroad by Feb. 27; get incentives
The Global Education Office encourages students to consider several incentives for fall 2019 study abroad. Applications for most fall 2019 programs are due Feb. 27. Read MoreFeb 20, 2019
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See Global Education Office’s 2018 photo contest winners
Vanderbilt’s Global Education Office, home of the undergraduate study abroad program, has announced the winners of its 2018 student photo contest. Read MoreAug 24, 2018
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2017 Year in Review
It will soon be the start of a new year. But before we enter 2018, let’s look back at the moments that shaped our university in 2017. Read MoreDec 18, 2017
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South African prison life: The importance of religion to inmates and ex-offenders
Many incarcerated South Africans find religion in prison, found undergraduate Zoe Psakis. Read MoreNov 9, 2017