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 abroad, and also to over 40 countries since 2017.
Students learn cutting-edge expertise, immerse themselves in diverse cultures, learn new languages, and while making 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 is important, as well as developing critical thinking and flexibility skills.
Well-Connected Partner Universities
OIS has partnered with 6 universities and counting, and has also developed exchange programs with these institutions.
Diverse Opportunities
We know that studying abroad hasn’t always been historically accessible, so we want to make your journey as easy as possible. Therefore, 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 as well as Faculty-led. Not sure which is right for you? Let us help you! Schedule a meeting with an OIS Advisor.
Partnership Programs
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. In order to learn more, please click below to find a full guide to partnership 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. In order to learn more, please click below to find a full guide to faculty-led programs.
Getting Started
Studying abroad can seem challenging, so, we’re here to make sure your process is as easy as possible. Accordingly, here are two resources to get you started.
1. Explore our programs on ViaTRM
ViaTRM is home to a list of a vast majority of our program options. Curious on what MSU Denver has a glance? If so, this should be your first stop.
2. Meet with an Advisor
Meeting with an OIS advisor is a required step in the study abroad process and is also 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.
