{"id":32700,"date":"2024-08-21T14:50:49","date_gmt":"2024-08-21T18:50:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/marymount.edu\/academics\/?page_id=32700"},"modified":"2024-08-26T14:42:34","modified_gmt":"2024-08-26T18:42:34","slug":"start-planning","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/marymount.edu\/academics\/center-global-engagement\/global-education-office\/start-planning\/","title":{"rendered":"Start Planning"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The Global Education Office (GEO) offers diverse study abroad opportunities worldwide, enriching students&#8217; academic experiences with a global perspective. GEO is dedicated to guiding students in selecting programs that align with their goals and academic needs, supporting them throughout the entire process\u2014from application to their return home.<\/p>\n<h2>Study Abroad Options at Marymount<\/h2>\n<div id=\"accordion\" class=\"panel-group accordion\">\n<div class=\"panel panel-default academicyr\">\n<div class=\"acd-heading\">\n<h3>Study Abroad (Semester\/Summer)<\/h3>\n<div class=\"arrow\"><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Answer\" src=\"\/App_Themes\/MarymountUniversity\/images\/arrow.png\" alt=\"Answer\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"panel-collapse collapse\">\n<div class=\"panel-body\">\n<p>Spend a semester or summer abroad, earning 12-15 credits during the semester or 3-6 credits in the summer. A minimum 2.75 cumulative GPA is required.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"panel panel-default academicyr\">\n<div class=\"acd-heading\">\n<h3>Global Internship<\/h3>\n<div class=\"arrow\"><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Answer\" src=\"\/App_Themes\/MarymountUniversity\/images\/arrow.png\" alt=\"Answer\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"panel-collapse collapse\">\n<div class=\"panel-body\">\n<p>Complete your internship credit abroad during a semester or summer. Internships must be registered in Handshake for credit and a minimum 2.75 cumulative GPA is required.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"panel panel-default academicyr\">\n<div class=\"acd-heading\">\n<h3>Global Classroom<\/h3>\n<div class=\"arrow\"><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Answer\" src=\"\/App_Themes\/MarymountUniversity\/images\/arrow.png\" alt=\"Answer\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"panel-collapse collapse\">\n<div class=\"panel-body\">\n<p>Participate in short-term, faculty-led trips as part of a 3-4 credit course. These 1-2 week trips are ideal for students with tight course requirements or those unable to commit to a longer stay abroad. A minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA is required.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/studyabroad.marymount.edu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Visit our Study Abroad Portal to begin your search!<\/a><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>Why Study Abroad?<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Academic Growth and Diversity: <\/strong>With careful planning, you can often complete the classes needed to graduate while studying abroad. You can also take unique courses abroad that aren&#8217;t available at Marymount. We work with you during the application process to get your courses pre-approved so you know how they will fit into your degree plan. Studying abroad brings classroom topics to life with local perspectives and hands-on experiences. By immersing yourself in day-to-day life in another country, you&#8217;ll broaden your worldview and discover new ways of thinking.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Transferable Job Skills: <\/strong>With only 2% of US students studying abroad, this experience will make you more competitive in the job market. It demonstrates your global mindset, intercultural communication skills, and adaptability\u2014traits highly valued by employers. You can also enhance your resume with an international internship.<\/p>\n<p><b>Personal Growth and Independence: <\/b>Study abroad is a time for personal growth. Many students return feeling more confident, adaptable, and ready to face the adult world. You&#8217;ll learn about yourself, discover a sense of adventure, and develop skills that will serve you for a lifetime.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Learn a Foreign Language: <\/strong>Though not required, studying abroad is an excellent opportunity to learn or improve your language skills. Whether you choose to live with a host family, take classes in a foreign language, or simply interact with locals, you&#8217;ll immerse yourself in the language and culture.<\/p>\n<p><strong>The Best Time to See the World: <\/strong>College is an ideal time to explore the world. With financial aid, scholarships, and the support of GEO, you can make this dream affordable and safe.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Global Education Office (GEO) offers diverse study abroad opportunities worldwide, enriching students&#8217; academic experiences with a global perspective. GEO is dedicated to guiding students in selecting programs that align with their goals and academic needs, supporting them throughout the entire process\u2014from application to their return home. 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