Study Abroad

Study abroad programs provide a wonderful opportunity to enhance a Columbia education, especially given the numerous programs either sponsored or approved by Columbia in foreign countries around the world.

Study Abroad Program Selection

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Columbia Programs

Find a Program

Most Requested Information

Eligibility

Course Approval and Transfer Credits

Steps to Study Abroad

Petition Information

Financing Your Study Abroad

Cost is an important factor when deciding to study abroad. For GS students, costs are are based on the type of program, not the term in which students go abroad.

Financial Considerations for Studying Abroad

Budgeting for Study Abroad

Study Abroad Fellowship Opportunities

Upcoming Global Programs Events

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Important Dates and Deadlines

Program application deadlines vary by program, especially for the summer semester. Some program application deadlines are quite early and can be up to a year in advance of the term you will be studying abroad. You must meet both campus and program deadlines, so be sure to apply early.

Study Abroad Clearance Deadlines

Spring Semester: October 1
Fall Semester: March 1
Academic Year: March 1

Global Core Petition Deadlines:

October 1
March 1
July 1

Questions? Contact Us.

For general study abroad-related questions, please email [email protected].

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