Phase 1: Explore & Discover

Find Your Program: Exchange vs Affiliate

Spending a semester or year abroad through an exchange program is a rewarding and affordable option for many students. Students are nominated by their home institution and have the opportunity to Discover, Engage, and Learn at a partner institution. Please note that you must pay Moravian tuition if you would like to be considered and eligible for Moravian University scholarships, grants, and other State/Federal funds. 

Programs for Moravian Students

Global exchange programs are a great choice for Moravian students who seek a more independent experience and want to be fully integrated into the local culture. Students have more freedom to plan their own semester activities and excursions and may find a more broad selection of courses through exchange programs. But be aware that some institutions may require visiting international students to take courses in the host language. Want more information? Email studyabroad@moravian.edu or attend an upcoming information session.

Affordability

For global exchange programs, Moravian students pay Moravian University tuition and fees and then become visiting students at an international university. You won't pay room and board charges to Moravian University while on global exchange programs. However, you will pay for housing and meals while abroad in the same way that host students pay.

Please Note: If you are studying abroad with an exchange program, it is your responsibility to obtain a visa. CGE will assist where possible, but most of the coordination will be between you and the exchange university.  

Partner Institutions

Moravian University has exchange and study abroad agreements with several universities around the world, including:

Programs for International Students

Want to study abroad at Moravian University? Moravian University’s Center for Global Education admits non-degree seeking Exchange Students and Visiting Scholars (Short Term J-Visa) that are interested in studying abroad at Moravian University for a semester or an entire academic year from the following schools:

  • Osaka Ohtani University (Osaka, Japan)
  • Palacký University (Olomouc, Czech Republic)
  • Rikkyo University (Tokyo, Japan)
  • Universidad de Córdoba (Córdoba, Spain)
  • Universidad de Valladolid (Valladolid, Spain)
  • Universität Erfurt (Erfurt, Germany)
  • Université de Poitiers (Poitiers, France)
  • University of the Sunshine Coast (Queensland, Australia)
  • PH Schwäbisch Gmünd
  • UQAC: Université du Québec à Chicoutimi (Quebec, Canada)
  • University of International (UNINT) Studies of Rome (Rome, Italy)
  • Unicollege (Italy - Multiple Sites including: Florence, Milan, Turin, Mantua)
  • Manipal Academy of Higher Education (Karnataka, India)

Inbound undergraduate and graduate students must be nominated by partner institutions under the provisions of specific contractual agreements. Students interested in coming to Moravian University from these institutions should work with their university’s international student exchange office to find out more information. Read more details about the Moravian  J visa program or email exchangeprograms@moravian.edu . Deadline for application for the fall semester is March 31 and for the spring semester is August 31 of the previous year.

If you're interested in studying abroad/away with an affiliate program, your first step is to complete a Global Greyhound Travel Profile and then attend a Semester/Summer Abroad Information Session.  DO NOT apply for nor contact the affiliate program directly until you have submitted your Global Greyhound Travel Profile, attended a Semester/Summer Abroad Information Session and have met with a member of the Center for Global Education team. The Global Greyhound Profile begins the education abroad process. The affiliate programs may have advisors that will guide you through the process of applying for a visa, registering for the program, important deadlines, and more.  Moravian’s Center for Global Education can facilitate a connection with a Moravian peer mentor, “Trailblazer” (students who have studied abroad) so you can get a first-hand account of their experiences! 

Passports and Visas

You will be responsible for working with your chosen affiliate program to obtain your visa. You should follow all of their deadlines because they may send passports in groups to the embassy.  If your passport is not part of that group package being sent to the embassy for group visa processing, it will be your responsibility to get the visa on your own.

Costs and Scholarships

You must pay Moravian tuition in order to be considered and eligible for Moravian University scholarships, grants, and other State or Federal funds. If you attend an affiliate program, Moravian will pay up to $10,000.00 toward your spring or fall semester (excluding winter and summer terms) educational expenses only. This does not include housing, meals, or expenses that are not educational tuition-based fees. If the program's costs are in excess of $10,000.00, you will be billed directly from the program provider and must pay the difference. 

Program Partners

  • Academic Programs International (API): Short-term, summer, and semester programs in two dozen countries.
  • Arcadia University
  • Boston University
  • CEA CAPA CISabroad The Global Education Network: Academic programs and internships in Buenos Aires, Dublin, Florence, London, Shanghai, and Sydney. They combine personalized learning, cultural engagement, and academic rigor.
  • Council on International Educational Exchange (CIEE): Locations Africa, Asia-Pacific, Caribbean, Europe, Latin America, Middle East, Canada, and the US.
  • CPI: Learn Spanish in Costa Rica through total immersion at three campuses in a variety of programs that include Standard Spanish, Medical Spanish program, Program for Spanish Teachers, Online Spanish Program, Diving and Spanish program and preparation for the Diploma de Espãnol (DELE)
  • CYA: College Year in Athens Greece
  • DIS – Study Abroad in Scandinavia: Locations in Copenhagen and Stockholm. Semester, academic year, and summer programs taught in English, and high-impact learning experiences for upper-division undergraduate students
  • Global Experiences: International internships and personalized career coaching in Australia, China, England, France, Ireland, Italy, and Spain.
  • IES Abroad: Founded in 1950 and with over 70 Years of experience in the field, IES Abroad operates 140+ programs in more than 85 locations in Europe, Africa, Asia, South America, Australia, the United States, and New Zealand. With 10,000+ students enrolled in IES Abroad programs each year, IES Abroad is among the largest study abroad providers in the United States, and an innovative leader in the study abroad field.
  • Institute for Study Abroad (IFSA): Numerous international study-away programs; most are open to students from any institution. Established an international internship program.
  • Knowledge Exchange Institute (KEI): Locations in Australia, Asia, Europe, South America.
  • Lorenzo de' Medici: The Italian International Institute (LdM): Semester or summer abroad in Florence and/or Tuscania.
  • Middlebury Schools Abroad: The Middlebury C.V. Starr Schools Abroad are characterized by a focus on linguistic and cultural immersion. Participants take courses in most subjects, often with host country students, and may intern or engage in volunteer work.
  • Richmond American University London: Situated in Chiswick Park, west London, teaches similarly to American style instruction English.
  • Spanish Studies Abroad: The Center for Cross-Cultural Study: Programs in Argentina, Cuba, Puerto Rico, and Spain.
  • The Catalyst Program: One month summer education abroad opportunity to four cities in Europe while earning 1.5 units worth of academic credits.
  • Temple University: Study for a semester or academic year in Tokyo, Japan; Rome, Italy; or Oviedo, Spain; or participate in various summer programs around the world.
  • University of Limerick (Limerick, Ireland)
  • University of Minnesota: The Learning Abroad Center (LAC) offers programs in Argentina, Ecuador, Mexico, France, Ireland, Italy, Senegal, Spain, South Korea, Thailand and New Zealand. LAC programs provide a variety of experiential learning opportunities including home stays, excursions, direct enrollment at a local university and program center courses that embed community engagement, internships and research.
  • University Studies Abroad Consortium (USAC): USAC, a nonprofit organization since 1982, has provided students with life-changing opportunities to live and learn in countries around the globe. We have more than 50 affordable, authentic study abroad programs in 26 countries, and strive to provide you with ample opportunities to become engaged, global citizens.
  • WorldStrides: At WorldStrides, we enable people of all ages to learn and grow by creating immersive experiences that engage the world around us. Whether our students are diving into new cultures abroad, taking center stage at iconic music venues, taking part in our career exploration programs, or connecting with our shared human history, our educational travel programs foster unforgettable experiences and countless life-changing moments.

Work. Learn. Travel.

Internships abroad are a great way to experience another culture while at the same time building your résumé. Working abroad also enhances leadership and intercultural awareness skills.

Visit the Center for Global Education (CGE) to learn how you can combine an internship with your study abroad experience, or simply do a stand-alone internship abroad. Whether for the summer or an entire academic year, CGE can help you find a placement that will give you global workforce skills and academic credit.

5 Reasons to Intern Abroad

  • Employers value international experience. Adding an international work component to your résumé will give you an edge in today's competitive job market.
  • You will build unique expertise in your chosen career path.
  • Global networking! Expanding your network of professional contacts in another country greatly improves your chances for international mobility in the future.
  • Learn important cross-cultural skills, which can facilitate leadership success in any professional position. 
  • Boost your confidence by stepping out of your comfort zone. Learn more about yourself, grow personally, and redefine your independence.

FAQs: Semester/Summer Abroad/Away