study abroad
‘Study Abroad 101’ virtual information meeting April 30
Apr. 22, 2020—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.
For students: Guidance for study abroad participants regarding presidential proclamation
Mar. 12, 2020—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.
Study Abroad and Passport Fair set for Aug. 29
Aug. 22, 2019—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.
See Global Education Office’s 2019 photo contest winners
Aug. 20, 2019—Vanderbilt’s Global Education Office, home of the undergraduate study abroad program, has announced the winners of its 2019 photo contest.
Walking the red carpet at Cannes … for class credit!
Jun. 20, 2019—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.
Studying abroad this fall? Attend these info sessions
Apr. 11, 2019—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.
Global Education Office to hold study abroad workshops April 3
Mar. 26, 2019—Two workshops, "Study Abroad While Black" and "Study Abroad and Your Career" will take place on Wednesday, April 3.
Apply for fall 2019 study abroad by Feb. 27; get incentives
Feb. 20, 2019—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.
See Global Education Office’s 2018 photo contest winners
Aug. 24, 2018—Vanderbilt’s Global Education Office, home of the undergraduate study abroad program, has announced the winners of its 2018 student photo contest.
2017 Year in Review
Dec. 18, 2017—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.
South African prison life: The importance of religion to inmates and ex-offenders
Nov. 9, 2017—Many incarcerated South Africans find religion in prison, found undergraduate Zoe Psakis.
OACS celebrates 11 years of student recipients of Nichols Humanitarian Fund
Sep. 14, 2017—The Office of Active Citizenship and Service extends an open invitation to the Vanderbilt community to attend its 11th Annual Nichols Humanitarian Fund Reception on Sept. 27.