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Welcome to the University of Denver’s Study Abroad Office!

A key goal within the University of Denver’s mission is to "develop global perspectives and connections by substantially expanding student and faculty experiences abroad." We believe that the growing importance of cross-cultural understanding, along with new global events and interdependencies, challenge us to diversify and internationalize our curriculum.

To fulfill this aspect of our mission, we have established more than 150 "DU Programs"; allowing students to study abroad for a quarter, semester or academic year. We have posted a selection of insights from our returned students in their own words, in the Student Profiles area.

In addition, the University has introduced the Cherrington Global Scholars Program, which allows eligible students to study abroad at no additional cost beyond that of a term at DU - apart from variable personal expenses such as local transportation, books, and optional excursions. This is an exciting opportunity for students and a dramatic statement of the University of Denver's commitment to internationalizing undergraduate education.

More opportunities to study abroad include:

Short-term faculty-led DU Programs that are not part of Cherrington, including International Service Learning programs.
Non-DU study abroad programs that fit a student’s academic need, available on an individually approved basis.
Graduate students may utilize additional models of study abroad, or complete individual research projects with approval of the student's degree program.

The Study Abroad Office is here to serve those interested in exploring another area of the world. Please feel free to contact our office at duabroad@du.edu with any questions, or to meet with one of our advisors in person.

DU Programs vs. Non-DU Programs

The Cherrington Global Scholars program is an exciting opportunity for you. If you meet the eligibility requirements for Cherrington, you may choose from the 150+ DU Programs presented on this website. These programs receive the “DU Program” designation because they are the result of formal agreements between DU and partner institutions, or in a few cases are directly led by DU faculty.

The University of Denver encourages all eligible students to participate in study abroad for a quarter or longer through the Cherrington Global Scholars program. Students who do not qualify for Cherrington, but meet the admission requirements for one of the DU Programs, may still participate in those DU Programs; however, they will do so in a non-Cherrington capacity.

Whether you are planning to study abroad with Cherrington or not, you should consult with our Study Abroad Office. All Cherrington programs are administered through this office, with oversight from a faculty board appointed by the Provost. Non-DU programs are not administered through the Study Abroad Office, but you will still work with its staff for services such as applying for participation approval, pre-departure orientation, and credit transfer at the completion of your program.

Cherrington vs. Non-Cherrington

What is the difference between studying abroad as a Cherrington Global Scholar versus a non-Cherrington Global Scholar? The answer depends in part on your program choice.
: The Cherrington Global Scholars program provides you with an opportunity to study abroad on a quarter, semester or academic year on a DU study abroad program for “no additional cost” beyond that of a term or academic year at DU. No additional cost is defined as paying the University of Denver tuition and University Technology Fee along with housing and meals if supplied abroad. Your financial aid will apply to any of the DU quarter length or longer programs.
: If you are ineligible for the CGS program, you may still be able to study abroad on one of the quarter, semester or academic year DU Programs highlighted on this website. As with a Cherrington Scholar, you will pay DU tuition and University Technology Fee (housing and meals when applicable) and can apply your DU aid to the cost of the program. However, you also will be charged the Application Fee, and at a majority of the sites an additional program fee. You may also be responsible for paying other fees, including those for transportation, insurance required by the program or country, and a student visa.
Alternatively you may choose to study abroad on a non-DU program, although the program you choose must be approved by DU if you want the credit to transfer. The approval process requires that you apply for permission through the Study Abroad Office. In this case, you will pay the program provider directly. You will pay the University of Denver’s Study Abroad Administrative Fee and the University Technology Fee.; A fourth option, if you wish a shorter study period, is to choose one of DU’s interterm or summer programs. These include international service learning projects and other faculty-led courses.

Program Costs

For complete information, please view the Study Abroad Policies handout.

As a Cherrington Global Scholar:
Students who meet the requirements for Cherrington may choose from the Cherrington-eligible DU Programs presented on this website. “DU Program” designated programs are the result of formal agreements between DU and partner institutions, or in a few cases, led directly by DU faculty.

The current costs for a single quarter or semester program are as follows:
- DU tuition: $10,992
- DU housing: $2,271
- DU meals: $1,204
- DU technology fee: $48 ($96 if semester crosses over two DU quarters)
These costs are based on figures for 2008-2009. If a DU Program does not include meals; you will not be charged for DU meals. In the rare case a program does not include housing, you will not be charged for DU housing.

Generally, all DU institutional aid, along with federal or state financial aid other than work-study, will apply to the cost of a DU Program.

Students will be billed according to the DU billing cycle; therefore, fall quarter invoices will be sent to the student’s billing address in early August. Please note that some study abroad programs will have begun before DU issues its invoices.
As a non-Cherrington Scholar on a DU Program:
Students who do not qualify for Cherrington may still Study Abroad in a DU Program, as long as the admission requirements for that program are still met.

The basic costs for the programs will be the same as those described above. However, students studying as non-Cherrington will be charged a $50 Application Fee and may also be charged an additional program fee depending on the program location chosen. They will individually be responsible for their transportation, the cost of any insurance required by the host country or program, as well as the cost of a visa application.
Non-DU Programs:
Students who receive permission to participate in non-DU programs will pay the program providers directly for the costs of the chosen program. DU institutional aid will not apply to non-DU programs but federal and state aid may apply. These students will also be charged the DU Study Abroad Administrative Fee and the University Technology Fee on the DU billing cycle. For 2008-2009 the Study Abroad Administrative Fee is $150 per quarter and the University Technology Fee is $48 per quarter; both are subject to change.

Summer programs other than faculty-led programs, even if the site is a DU academic year program are considered non-DU programs and therefore are subject to a $150 Study Abroad Administrative Fee and the University Technology Fee. A designated summer study abroad application is available at DU’s Study Abroad Office.

Graduate students are subject to a $50 Study Abroad Administrative Fee if they go on a Non-DU program.

Health and Safety

The Health and Safety of the students, staff and faculty of the University of Denver is a top priority. We review policies and procedures frequently in an attempt to provide the latest information. However, it is also the responsibility of each participant to be proactive in researching their program and location.

Our Director and Associate Director carry emergency mobile phones 24/7.

+1-720-530-7008
+1-720-837-6968

Additionally, you may contact the University of Denver Campus Safety who can get in touch with the office personnel.

+1-303-871-3000

For in-country emergencies or concerns, please contact the in-country staff. Emergency contact information is available to students in their pre-departure materials. We encourage students to share this information with their families.

The University of Denver has contracted with International SOS to help with medical and security needs. Please visit International SOS for more information.

Training for Faculty and Staff leading programs abroad is offered each year. This training is required by the Provost. It has been developed with the help of University Counsel and Risk Management. If you have questions about this training, please contact Karen Becker in the Study Abroad Office.

The Critical Incident Management Plan (CIMP) is a board approved, documented plan on how the University of Denver will respond to an incident that may impact the University in the following manner:

Life safety exposure
Property loss or disruption impact
Financial disruption or impact
Reputation impact

International SOS

The University of Denver has contracted with International SOS to provide 24 hour worldwide emergency medical and evacuation assistance to faculty, staff and students traveling on University related activities. If you are planning any University travel we encourage you to take advantage of this program. It is not necessary to enroll in order to activate the program services but we strongly encourage all international travelers to create a Personal Travel Record and Emergency Contact Record via the International SOS webpage.

International SOS is NOT a form of medical insurance coverage, but they will coordinate with care providers abroad and your insurance back in the United States to help you find the right providers and make sure you have proper proof of payment. This means that International SOS is like a concierge service that will help you get all the information and care you need to stay safe and healthy while abroad.

About International SOS

International SOS is the world's largest medical and security assistance company, with more than 3,000 professionals in 24-hour Alarm Centers, international clinics and remote-site medical facilities across five continents. Please note International SOS is NOT health insurance, it is a travel assistance program. Travelers should maintain their own personal health insurance and determine how their health insurance program applies to medical care prior to traveling. The following are highlights of the plan.

Medical Assistance Services

Pre-trip information on travel health issues (such as vaccination information)
24-hour access to International SOS physicians who provide emergency and routine medical advice
24-hour access to International SOS Alarm Centers for medical information, referrals and emergency assistance
Outpatient case management
Outpatient medical expense guarantee and payment
Inpatient admission and identification of receiving physician
Inpatient medical expense guarantee, cost review and payment
Medical claims assistance
Dispatch of medication and medical supplies
Emergency medical evacuation services
Medical and dental referrals
Medically supervised repatriation
Medical monitoring
Arrange ground transportation and accommodation for accompanying family members*
Repatriation of mortal remains

Security Assistance Services

Security evacuation assistance
Access to security crisis center
Online travel security information about your destination

Travel Assistance Services

Legal referrals
Lost documentation advice and assistance
Advance of emergency personal cash*
Emergency translation services
Emergency message transmission

Online Information

Country guidelines
Travel Security Reports
Email notifications on travel conditions

*Costs that are not covered by the traveler's health plan will be the responsibility of the traveler

Planning and Process

It is not too early to start planning for your study abroad. By putting forth the effort to plan early, you can ensure your experience is a combination of academic and cultural enrichment that will enhance your liberal education, broaden your perspective on your major(s), and give you an in-depth appreciation of the culture of the country in which you will be living and studying.

Please take note of the following:

Your first step is to attend Study Abroad 101 to learn about opportunities and appropriate planning for study abroad. Click on "Information Sessions" from the left side-navigation menu for the current SA101 schedule.
Review the complete list of approved DU study abroad sites under the CGS program. From there you can link to the Web sites of universities and programs overseas for useful information about the institutions and the courses they offer.
Talk to returned study abroad students. The Study Abroad Office offers World on Wednesday nights in the Nelson Private Dining Room focused on particular regions of the world or majors. Returned study abroad students attend these events to answer your questions. The most current schedule for World on Wednesdays is listed under "Information Sessions".
Be sure you fit the eligibility requirements for your preferred study abroad program and the Cherrington Global Scholars program. To petition for any exceptions to the requirements of CGS, please use the petition form.
Seek the advice of your departmental advisor in your first year. Delay in discussing your study abroad options with your academic advisor could result in problems fulfilling DU requirements in the major and may extend the time needed to complete a degree in a timely manner. Some programs have necessarily restrictive curricula (music, engineering, and pre-med, for example).
If you do not yet know your major, discuss course requirements and prospective study abroad programs with your mentor or an academic advisor from the Center for Academic and Career Development. Undeclared business majors should meet with an advisor in the Daniels’ advising office.
Plan your course of study early in your academic career, including your general undergraduate requirements (Foundations and Core) and your major/minor requirements and course sequences. This is important to ensure a smooth transition between DU coursework and study abroad coursework.
Language preparation is necessary for study abroad in institutions where courses are not taught in English, and such preparation must be thorough. If you seek to study in an overseas university where classes are conducted in a language other than English, be sure to start your language and culture study in your first year at DU. Even if the program you are considering is taught in English but is located in a non-English-speaking country, language and culture preparation can greatly enhance your experience abroad. You should visit the Department of Languages and Literatures to discuss your options.
Make an appointment to meet with an advisor in the Study Abroad Office to discuss your study abroad options and the application process.
Some DU faculty-led programs, currently Fall Term in London and DU Quarter in Bologna, are eligible for CGS support. If you are interested in the London Program, held in an extended (15 week) fall quarter each year, or in the Bologna Program, contact the Study Abroad Office.
Consider, where feasible, the connection between your anticipated career and specific study abroad programs.

How to Apply for Study Abroad through the Cherrington Global Scholars Program:

You apply for study abroad under the Cherrington Program through the Study Abroad Office. For study commencing during the fall quarter, applications are due in the academic year before the fall in which the study abroad takes place. Application deadlines vary; however, students should begin the formal application process several months in advance of the applicable deadline. See the Study Abroad Office for specific dates, including program deadlines that may (as with ISEP) occur earlier than the University of Denver’s own deadlines. (Applying to a DU program as a Cherrington Scholar.)
You must have your program of overseas study—and where possible specific courses—approved by your departmental advisor before the application deadline. Consider a range of courses in case some are not available at the overseas university.
The Study Abroad Office will assist you in making arrangements for your study abroad experience. All students studying abroad are required to attend a mandatory orientation program and answer a predeparture questionnaire that is part of the assessment process.

Information Sessions

General Advising Session

The first step in beginning your study abroad application process is to attend Study Abroad 101 with a Study Abroad Peer Advisor. This is to familiarize yourself with your options in terms of programs, locations, language requirements, etc. Once you have met with a Peer Advisor and have an idea of what options are available, you will be referred to a Study Abroad Advisor to help you through the selection process.
Following is the Peer Advisors’ Study Abroad 101 schedule for Winter Quarter 2008:
Monday: 12pm and 3pm
Tuesday: 11am and 2pm
Wednesday: 12pm and 3pm
Thursday: 11am and 2pm
Friday: 12pm and 3pm

(There is no appointment necessary to attend Study Abroad 101 with a Peer Advisor. For additional information on Peer Advising, please call the Study Abroad Office at 303-871-4912.)

Answers to the Second Year Survival Guide Quiz

Italy
The Netherlands
German, French, Italian, and Romansh

swimsuit = cozzie
breakfast = brekkie
turtleneck = skivvy
diaper = nappy
sweater = jumper
sandwich = sarnie
trunk = boot
kiss = snog

Diversity Abroad

Diversity and multiculturalism are what study abroad is all about! It's about expanding horizons, experiencing a new culture while sharing your own; it's about adding another perspective to your identity. Identity is shaped and often defined by one's surroundings and culture. Therefore when your surroundings and culture shift, your identity may shift with it. While redefining your identity can be a struggle and perhaps uncomfortable at times, you will learn and grow from the experience!

Study abroad is enhanced by the contributions of students from different backgrounds. Thus, we encourage the participation of a diverse student body that attracts and supports groups, which includes, but are not limited to students of color, the LGBTIQ communities, students from different religious and ethnic groups, students with disabilities, and students from diverse socio-economic backgrounds.

The uniqueness of each individual with the value-added of the abroad experience will benefit our collective experience, by challenging and strengthening the DU community. This contributes to a more positive campus climate by encouraging mutual respect for qualities and experiences that are different from our own.

As part of our commitment to inclusive excellence, the staff of the Study Abroad Office works with each student on an individual basis. This provides an environment that allows the student to express his or her academic objectives, get specific information on costs, housing, health and potential safety issues, and express personal interests and needs. We work very closely with our overseas program partners to address the personal needs and concerns of each student. In this way, each student can make an informed decision on the program and destination that best fits his or her academic and personal requirements.

Furthermore, many of our staff have participated in Safe Zone training in order to be a resource and support for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex, queer, and questioning (LGBTIQ) students on campus. If you would like to talk with one of our trained staff members, just look for the DU Safe Zone sticker on their door!

Our Student Profiles highlight a wide range of experiences from across many cultures and places.

A Student's Perspective

"When I chose to study abroad in a West African country, I knew that my inherited Norwegian complexion wouldn't blend in anywhere. Actually, one of my reasons for choosing to go to Senegal was the knowledge that I would be exposed to life as a minority. And indeed, because of my skin color alone, I experienced a wide range of reactions. Aside from extremities such as genuflects and violent gestures, each day I faced assumptions about my character, morals and behavior and most of all, about my socio-economic class.

To the Senegalese, "toubab" - the term used unabashedly to describe a white person - equals riches. Once they caught a glimpse of me, children followed in droves asking for change, candy or gifts. Prices from street vendors and taxi drivers multiplied tenfold when I came near. Many people assumed that asking me for money was their right, and that giving money to them would be no significant loss to me. I am a toubab. I must be rich.

Day in and day out for the entire semester I had to deal with this racial profiling, but it ended when I flew home. One of the most poignant lessons I've brought back with me from my study abroad experience is a deeper understanding and empathy for those for whom racial prejudices and assumptions are a daily challenge. Not across the ocean and on a different continent, and not for a few months at a time, but here, in our very own country."

-Libby Hoskinson

Diversity Links

University of Denver Center for Multicultural Excellence
http://www.du.edu/cme/

PLATO Project:
http://www.globaled.us/plato/diversity.html

Country-specific Diversity-Related Comments from Students (.pdf)
http://www.brown.edu/Administration/OIP/pdf_docs/diversity_st_abroad01.pdf

Glimpse Abroad: Race & Identity (requires free registration to access articles)
http://www.glimpseabroad.org/

Articles by Heritage-Seeking Students:
http://www.abroadviewmagazine.com/archives/fall_01/

LGBTIQA Students Abroad (NAFSA Rainbow SIG):
http://www.indiana.edu/~overseas/lesbigay/student.htm

Disabilities

The University of Denver encourages all students to consider participation in study abroad. Students with disabilities who are interested in studying abroad are encouraged to contact the Study Abroad Office and the Disabilities Services Program early in the process of considering such study. Because U.S. laws and regulations related to disabilities generally do not extend beyond this country's borders, and because study abroad sites vary greatly regarding their capacity for accommodation, students should make use of all campus resources to research appropriate programs and services available abroad. The University will work with students to identify study abroad opportunities which meet their individual needs.

There are many excellent resources available to students with disabilities who are interested in studying abroad.

DU Disability Services, http://www.du.edu/disability/

DU Health and Counseling Center, http://www.du.edu/duhealth/

Mobility International USA, www.miusa.org
MIUSA, along with the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs of the United States Department of State, manages the National Clearinghouse of Disability and Exchange. MIUSA publishes books and other resources, many of which are free for you to download from its website. Publications include “A World Awaits You: A Journal of Success in International Exchange” and “Survival Strategies for Going Abroad: A Guide for People with Disabilities.”

Access Abroad, www.umabroad.umn.edu/access/
The Access Abroad website is devoted to making existing international opportunities accessible to college students with all types of disabilities, in accordance with ADA regulations, and was developed by the University of Minnesota. This site has resources for students with disabilities, descriptions of typical accommodations for a variety of disabilities, and summaries of accommodations available in other countries.

Financial Aid

Applicable institutional as well as federal and state scholarship and financial aid funds (except work study) will be applied to the term of study abroad on a DU Program, whether or not the student is studying under Cherrington. Outside scholarships will be applied insofar as conditions stipulated by the donor permit. Institutional funds are not available for a non-DU program, but federal and state aid usually apply. Most financial aid is not applicable to short-term study.

A student who receives a housing grant as part of a scholarship or financial aid award may use it for study on a DU study abroad program even if he or she lived off campus previously and did not receive that portion of the award. In the case of students participating in one of the few DU programs for which students will have to pay their housing directly rather than paying it to DU, the housing portion of a scholarship will be credited to the student's tuition billing.

DU Scholarships

Aside from DU’s generous Cherrington Global Scholars program, you may be eligible for other study abroad scholarships:

The George and Marion Milton Scholarship, sponsored by the English-Speaking Union
Four (4) $2500 scholarships are available to participants in England and Scotland. The purpose of this scholarship is to bridge the gap between the Cherrington Global Scholars award and any unmet financial need.
Flyer Application
The Dante Alighieri Society Academic Scholarships
These awards have been established to enable students to advance their study of the Italian language, culture and history. Selection of winners will be made of the basis of their interest in the Italian culture, previous academic performance, the merit of their proposed study and letters of recommendation.
Application
Il Circolo Italiano Scholarship Program
This program awards one scholarship per year to a Colorado student who plans to study abroad in Italy. Selection will be based on academic performance, letters of recommendation, financial need and pursuit of the Italian language.
Application
AMICI of the University of Denver Grants-in-Aid
Up to $7000 in grants will be awarded to undergraduate or graduate students accepted into a study abroad program in Italy. Preference is given to students who enroll in immersion language programs. One grant is available to a Lamont School of Music student. All applicants must demonstrate financial need.
Application
BUTEX North American Scholarships
The Scholarship is open to all undergraduate students currently registered at an institution in the USA or Canada. To be eligible to apply you must have been offered a place as a study abroad or exchange student in a UK university which is a member of BUTEX (British Transatlantic Exchange Association).

Other Scholarship Resources

"Financial Resources for International Study" is a reference guide available in the Study Abroad Office Library. This guide lists organizations offering financial assistance for study abroad and research abroad.

Fulbright Scholarships
Sponsored by the United States Department of State, Fulbright is the largest U.S. international exchange program offering opportunities for students, scholars, and professionals to undertake international graduate study, advanced research, university teaching, and teaching in elementary and secondary schools worldwide. The Fulbright programs offer various scholarships.
Institute of International Education, Rocky Mountain
This independent non-profit administers multiple, competitve scholarships.
Rotary International Ambassadorial Scholarships
The program sponsors several types of scholarships for undergraduate and graduate students as well as qualified professionals pursuing vocational studies.
Bridging Scholarships for Study in Japan
The Association of Teachers of Japanese Bridging Project accepts applications from American students participating in study abroad programs in Japan. Undergraduate students majoring in any field of study are elibigle to apply for these scholarships.
Freeman Asia Awards for Study in Asia
The Freeman-Asia program aims to increase the number of American undergraduates studying in East and Southeast Asia, by providing students both information and financial assistance.
StudyAbroad.com
Offers a listing of financial aid resources on their website.

Graduate Students

The University of Denver allows a variety of study abroad opportunities for graduate students. While some quarter, semester, or yearlong opportunities may be available, most graduate study abroad takes place during the summer or interterm periods.

Graduate students who wish to study abroad for an academic term will find resources of programs by searching online websites such as www.goabroad.com, www.iiepassport.org, or www.studyabroad.com. The Study Abroad Office also has resources available to search for programs. It is important to realize at what level the courses will be taught to qualify for graduate level credit. Keep in mind that most study abroad programs are geared towards undergraduates and do not offer graduate level courses. On the other hand, direct enrollment into a university abroad may offer more opportunities for a graduate student. Graduate students looking to complete their language proficiency may use an undergraduate program for this purpose. However, the University of Denver does not accept credit from independent language schools. Your department or school may be willing to accept such study for its proficiency requirement subject to confirmation by proficiency testing at DU.

Before applying for any program, a graduate student should speak with the Study Abroad Office for approval of the program. Approval of the credit must come from the student's academic department.

For more information on DU sponsored abroad courses speak with your department or school. The schedule of interterm courses is available from DU's Special Community Programs office.

International Service Learning offers several short-term programs that may also be of interest to graduate students. International Service Learning is administered within the Office of Internationalization. Contact Melissa Schaap or Karyn Sweeney.

Should you wish to study abroad for a longer term, please call the Study Abroad Office at (303) 871-4912 and make an appointment with Karyn Sweeney or Karen Becker.

Contact Study Abroad

Study Abroad Programs
University of Denver
2200 S. Josephine Street
Denver, CO 80208
(303) 871-4912 p
(303) 871-4910 f
(720) 530-7008 emergency
(720) 837-6968 emergency
duabroad@du.edu

Carol Fairweather, Director
carol.fairweather@du.edu
+1-303-871-4902
Advisor for the ISEP programs--worldwide options and Sea Semester.

Karen Becker, Associate Director
kabecker@du.edu
+1-303-871-4903
Advisor for programs in China, India, Japan, Mongolia, Thailand, Vietnam, and the Costa Rica Interterm program.

Reed Beall, Study Abroad Advisor
reed.beall@du.edu
+1-303-871-4905
Advisor for programs in the United Kingdom, Ireland, Austria, Germany, South Africa, and music students.

Claudia Giannetti, Study Abroad Advisor
claudia.giannetti@du.edu
+1-303-871-3555
Advisor for programs in Italy, Kenya, Senegal, Israel, Jordan, Turkey, Oman, and Morocco.

Nicole Ibanez, Study Abroad Advisor
nicole.ibanez@du.edu
+1-303-871-4904
Advisor for programs in Czech Republic, Denmark, France, Greece, Hungary, The Netherlands, Greece, Russia, and Switzerland.

Karyn Sweeney, Study Abroad Advisor
karyn.sweeney@du.edu
+1-303-871-4762
Advisor for programs in Spanish-speaking countries, Brazil, Graduate Students and International Service Learning programs.

Michelle Rembolt, Study Abroad Advisor
michelle.rembolt@du.edu
+1-303-871-4478
Advisor for programs in Australia and New Zealand.

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