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Why Study Abroad with MSU Denver?

Extensive Experience

From South Africa to Japan, Study Abroad via the Office of International Studies (OIS) has sent 1,200 over students to over 40 countries since 2017.

Students learn cutting-edge expertise, immerse themselves in diverse cultures, learn new languages, and make personal and professional connections with people thousands of miles away.

As part of a modern 21st century skillset, being exposed to different lifestyles and ideologies and developing critical thinking and flexibility skills is crucial.

Kyoto, Japan
Kyoto, Japan
Machu Picchu, Peru
Machu Picchu, Peru
Cinque Terre, Italy
Cinque Terre, Italy
Jaco, Costa Rica
Jaco, Costa Rica

Well-Connected Partner Universities

OIS has partnered with 6 universities and counting, and has developed exchange programs with these institutions.

Florence, Italy
Florence University of the Arts

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Reykjavik, Iceland
Reykjavik University

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University of Pecs, Hungary
University of Pecs

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Nicosia, Cyprus
University of Nicosia

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Tokyo, Japan
Tokyo Metropolitan University

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Dortmund, Germany
Dortmund University of Applied Sciences

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Borean Awards
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Frederick Douglass Global Fellowship Logo
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Diverse Opportunities

We know that studying abroad hasn’t always been historically accessible. Fortunately, the Office of International Studies has access to many different non-traditional ways to study, including but not limited to:

  • Boren Awards
  • Critical Language Scholarship Programs
  • Frederick Douglass Global Fellowship
  • Erasmus+ Mobility Grants

Two Different Pathways to Success

MSU Denver students can choose between two different program options, Partnerships or Faculty-led. Not sure which is right for you? Let us help you! Schedule a meeting with an OIS Advisor.

Partnership Programs

View of the Eiffel Tower in Paris, France

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At a glance, for a program to be classified as a partnership, it must at least meet the following criteria:

  • Coordinated by non-MSU professionals
  • Students may earn equivalent course credit, but it is not necessary
  • Can occur at any point in the year

Information on this page does NOT serve as the full list of requirements for partnership programs. Please click below to find a full guide to partnership programs.

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Faculty-Led Programs

Faculty-Led Programs

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At a glance, for a program to be classified as faculty-led, it must meet at least meet the following criteria:

  • Led by experienced MSU Denver faculty
  • Students earn direct course credit in MSU Denver courses
  • Occurs in school break periods

Information on this page does NOT serve as the full list of requirements for faculty-led programs. Please click below to find a full guide to faculty-led programs.

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Getting Started

Studying abroad can seem challenging. Luckily, we’re here to make sure your process is as easy as possible. Here are two resources to get you started.

1. Explore our programs on ViaTRM

ViaTRM Search System

ViaTRM is home to a list of a vast majority of our program options. Curious on what MSU Denver has a glance? This should be your first stop.

Browse our programs on ViaTRM

2. Meet with an Advisor

MSU Denver Navigate System

Meeting with an OIS advisor is a required step in the study abroad process and is a great place to start your study abroad journey. Study Abroad Advisors do not have open office hours, so appointments need to be set up using Navigate.

Schedule an appointment with an advisor

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