Why an International Experience? Holistic Growth Life Skills Marketability Network Building Academics Center for Global Education
Chapman University Statistics Ranked #11 among Master s Institutions in the U.S. for number of students sent abroad. Ranked #32 among Master s Institutions in the U.S. for total percentage of undergrad participation in study abroad. 42% of Chapman graduating seniors have completed a global experience. Open Doors, 2014-15, Institute for International Education Between Fall 2015 Summer 2016, over 750 Chapman students participated in semester programs, international internships, and travel courses
International Experiences for Everyone Opportunities Abroad Semester/Academic Year Short Term Travel Courses Summer International Internships Opportunities at Home Int l Student Buddy Program Global Events & Conferences Thousands of courses in hundreds of locations worldwide!
Semester & Academic Year Programs Live and Study in a Foreign Country Multiple options for: Most majors Language acquisition Cultural immersion Hands-on learning Personal goals Receive Chapman credit and grades/fulfills Global Study GE Apply two semesters in advance. Applications are now open for Spring 2018 abroad.
Where Can Students Go for a Semester? Argentina Australia Austria Belgium Botswana Bulgaria Canada Chile China Costa Rica Czech Republic England Estonia Finland France Germany Hong Kong Ireland Israel Italy Japan Jordan Latvia Lithuania Malaysia Morocco Netherlands New Zealand Nicaragua Norway Scotland Semester at Sea South Africa South Korea Spain Sweden Switzerland Taiwan Thailand United Arab Emirates Vietnam Washington D.C.
Finances for Semester Study Abroad Remain enrolled at Chapman and pay regular Chapman tuition, room, (sometimes) board, $500 Study Abroad Fee A. Federal/State Aid Only Programs B. All Aid Programs: Use federal, state, and Chapman aid Use Budget Worksheet for items not covered by Chapman s tuition such as airfare, visas, textbooks, and personal travel Study abroad scholarships available (e.g. Gilman, Promising Futures, Chapman SAS, Education New Zealand, program providers, etc.) Free airfare for Prague, Czech Republic and Reutlingen, Germany!
Short Term Option: Travel Courses Faculty-led in Summer and Interterm 1-4 weeks Applications and deposits due one semester prior Faculty approves participant 3-4 Credits and fulfill half of Global Studies GE Summer Tuition Waivers and free Interterm credit Summer 2017: Due Date March 27 Program Fees range $2,163-$4,660 ART 324: Germany & Italy BUS 687: Denmark, Norway, Sweden CHIN 101A, 102A, 201A, 301A: Taiwan ENG 355/ENG 555: England FIN 496/MGMT 495: San Francisco FREN 101, 102, 201, 345, 399: France GD 308: London ITAL 101A, 102A, 201A, 301A, 399A: Italy
Short Term Option: Summer International Internship Live and work abroad Customized placements International work experience Australia, New Zealand, Shanghai, Dublin, Madrid, Santiago Apply Fall semester prior 8 Weeks in summer, earn 3 Credits, Fulfill half of Global Study GE Junior and senior standing Est. Price Range: $5,455- $6,720 summer tuition waiver some scholarships available Program includes: Internship placement: corporations, non-profits, and NGOs Housing Orientation Cultural Exploration Activities On ground support Chapman Faculty Advisor
Personalized Attention: First Step Info Sessions Individual Advising Program Selection Peer Advisors Guidance for Students Includes Comprehensive Services: Financial Aid and Scholarship Information Pre-Departure Orientations/Health and Safety for students and families ACE International Insurance Liaison between student and program On-site International Office/Program Director and staff Monitoring health and safety with partners abroad Returning from abroad resources: career development workshop, conference, group sessions, other resources
Supporting Your Students Investment in Study Abroad Before Departure - Student can meet with Academic or Program Advisor to review Program Evaluation for requirements and how study abroad can fit - Empower student to ask us questions you or they may have - Encourage student to keep organized with deadlines and tasks - Discuss budgeting, communication abroad, mental health, managing their expectations abroad While Abroad - When challenges arise, encourage students to use resources there and work toward a solution = transferable skills for life - If visiting, go at end of semester so students maximize full potential of adjusting and navigating a new culture Returning Home - Acknowledging reverse culture shock - Listen to their stories - Utilize returnee resources
CGE Contact Information General Phone: 714.997.6830, globaled@chapman.edu General Info: www.chapman.edu/cge > Information for Families Global Gateway (program search): studyabroad.chapman.edu www.facebook.com/chapmanglobaled Walk-in Peer Advisor hours: Mon Fri, 9am-5pm