School of Education Signature Programs
Explore these signature study abroad programs curated specifically for majors within the School of Education, and some courses from abroad already approved. These are strong options for your major but are not exhaustive. Study abroad is eligible for REAL credit. Take the steps below to get started! |
1. Explore these Signature Programs 2. Participate in Rams Abroad 101, a self-paced first advising session 3. Meet with your Academic Advisor and Education Abroad Advisor to begin planning 4. Learn about how you can use Financial Aid to pay for your study abroad and explore Scholarship opportunities through VCU and external funding sources |
How much does this program cost?
Program costs vary. See Key below to understand the approximate cost* of each program relative to VCU’s on-campus, in-state tuition, fees and housing (≈ $10,000). Consult the Education Abroad website for the most up-to-date information on program costs and scholarship details.
*based on tuition and housing costs; these estimates do not include other costs associated with studying abroad such as airfare, passport/visa fees, meals, personal spending, etc.
Key:
$ ≳ VCU: study abroad cost is approximately greater than the cost of VCU in-state tuition and on-campus housing
$ ≲ VCU: study abroad cost is approximately less than cost of VCU in-state tuition and on-campus housing
$ ≈ VCU: study abroad cost is approximately comparable to the cost of VCU in-state tuition and on-campus housing
What does the course equivalency mean? |
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Signature Programs | Foreign University Courses (offered in the past) | VCU Course Equivalency |
Lüneburg, Germany USAC Summer, Semester $ ≲ VCU | Didactics I | TEDU 522 |
Education | TEDU 3xx | |
School Based Teaching | TEDU 3xx | |
Università` degli Studi di Modena e Reggio Reggio, Emilia Italy USAC Summer, Semester | Comparative Education | EDUS 4xx |
Models of Teaching | TEDU 4xx | |
Multicultural Education Issues | EDUS 3xx | |
Gender Issues in Education | ||
Education for a Changing World | ||
VCU International Summer Institute: VCU at Sant’Anna Institute Sorrento, Italy Summer $ ≳ VCU | World Literature | ENGL 202/291 |
Language Classes, Internships & Service Learning Opportunities | ||
Alternative Programs | ||
Looking for ways to engage globally here at VCU? Check out these programs with our Global Student Engagement team - they provide opportunities for students to engage with our international community right here on campus!
- Global Buddies - Fluent English speakers are paired with international students and scholars for weekly cultural exchange meetings.
- Global Cafe, Tea Times, and International Coffee Hours - Meet students from across the globe at social events designed to increase awareness and appreciation of cultural diversity at VCU.
- Cultural Conversations From Around the Globe – Engages VCU students with peers from international partner institutions in weekly, guided, virtual gatherings
- Cultural Ambassadors – Offers opportunities to learn about different cultures on campus while helping international students with their English in a structured classroom or semi-structured social environment
- PeaceCorps Prep Certificate - Prepares undergraduates to be strong candidates for Peace Corps service, and helps students build cultural awareness and develop practical skills
- Global Engagement & Leadership Certificate - Earned by participating in various Global Learning programs
Please note that this page contains links to organizations outside of VCU. Not all are affiliated with or endorsed by VCU. 912 W Grace Street, 4th floor | 804-827-7882 | abroad@vcu.edu | global.vcu.edu/abroad |