Academics
Study Abroad
See the world, expand your perspective and make study abroad part of your Manhattan University experience.
Study abroad can be an important part of your undergraduate journey regardless of your major. Having enriching cross-cultural experiences in new environments can lead to big discoveries and change the way you see the world and yourself.
From engineering programs in France to religion programs in Japan, Manhattan University students can study abroad in locations across the world.
Students who participate in study abroad often find it to be one of the most memorable and meaningful experiences of their university careers. Regardless of your major, cross-cultural learning in a new environment can lead to personal and academic growth, while changing the way you see the world and yourself.
Manhattan University offers a variety of study abroad opportunities to fit your course of study, interests and schedule. Programs vary in length, from one to two weeks during January intersession or spring break, to two to four weeks in the summer, a full semester or an academic year.
Study Abroad
Why Study Abroad?
Study abroad can be an important part of your undergraduate journey regardless of your major. Having enriching cross-cultural experiences in new environments can lead to big discoveries and change the way you see the world and yourself.
Explore Our Programs
From engineering programs in France to religion programs in Japan, you can study abroad in locations across the world.
Students who participate in study abroad typically find it to be one of the best experiences of their entire college careers. Regardless of your major, cross-cultural experiences in new environments can lead to personal and academic growth and change the way you see the world and yourself.
Summer & Winter Semester Programs(2-6 weeks during breaks)
- There are two study abroad intersession break programs.
- Winter intersession: 1-2 weeks, or
- Summer Session: 2-6 weeks.
- Allow students the opportunity to explore a different country while taking 1-2 classes.
- Attend short-term MU faculty-led programs as early as the summer following your freshman year.
View Summer & Winter Semester Programs
Fall & Spring Semester Programs (full semester)
- These full semester programs allow students to fully immerse themselves in their host city and take classes at our partner institutions.
- 12 partner institutions are located in Madrid, Rome, Paris, Beauvais, Barcelona, France, Italy, Ireland, Shanghai, and Argentina.
- The programs can be an entire semester, or even as long as an academic year.
Student insight:
"I gained a better understanding of myself and what I'm capable of, and I further solidified my opinion that traveling outside of the US creates a well rounded and more open-minded individual."
Tempest, Global Business in Dubai & Abu Dhabi, UAE; Winter 2020
Cost and Financial Aid
Summer and Winter Programs
Short-term faculty-led programs during winter intersession and summer vary in cost by location and program length. Costs are typically close to the cost of tuition for the three or six credits earned.
Program costs generally include credits earned, airfare, housing abroad, in-country transportation, international health insurance, and entrance fees for site visits and cultural activities included in the itinerary.
As an example, a two-week faculty-led winter program in 2025 cost approximately $5,950. Prices may vary by program and year.
Financial aid usually cannot be applied to short-term winter and summer programs.
Fall and Spring Semester Programs
On average, the cost of studying abroad for a full semester is comparable to a semester at Manhattan University, and financial aid may often be used toward these expenses.
Typical semester study abroad costs may include:
- Manhattan University tuition and fees
- Study abroad fee, currently $730
- Room and board paid to the housing provider
- Airfare
Federal, state and institutional financial aid may often be applied to Manhattan University-run semester programs.
Study Abroad Scholarships
Partial scholarships may be available for eligible students accepted into faculty-led winter intersession, summer and full-semester study abroad programs.
Preparing to go abroad
A successful academic experience abroad begins with careful planning. Start planning in your freshman year whether you have selected a major yet or not.
Learn more about preparing to go abroad
Speak with a Study Abroad staff member
We offer a variety of opportunities to suit your course of study and interests, including study abroad locations around the world and away in other U.S. locations. Programs vary in duration from one to two weeks during January intersession or spring break; two to four weeks in the summer; a full semester; or even as long as an academic year.
Planning is key to taking advantage of these exceptional opportunities and we’re here to help. As early as freshman year, you should visit the Office of Study Abroad to discuss your options in addition to consulting with your academic advisers. In fact, you can attend short-term MU faculty-led programs as early as the summer following your freshman year.
To be eligible to study abroad, you must be in good academic standing with a general cumulative GPA of 2.75 or above and not have any holds on your MU student account. You must receive a grade of C or better in your courses abroad to earn academic credit.
Make an appointment with a study abroad staff member
Want to learn more about study abroad? Schedule a meeting with a staff member to discuss full-semester and/or short-term study abroad options that are available to MU students. We can discuss program details, housing, costs, and course options.