Study Abroad Journeys
Travel and earn college credit
Our journeys take us around the world to places like China, South Korea, Costa Rica, Denmark, England, Spain, and world-famous cities, like Paris, France; London, England; Rome, Italy and more. Take a peek into the past and see what might be in store for you. Then get started on your journey today!
At Mount Mary, learning goes beyond the classroom — and beyond our borders. Explore a new location over a school break, during the summer or for an entire semester. Start creating your study abroad experience by following seven easy steps. Read what fellow Mount Mary students had to say about their study abroad experiences.
Study Abroad During School Breaks
Applications for Faculty-Led J-Term Programs are now CLOSED. Interested in program offerings for J-Term 2026? Email Olivia Hickman, Director of Study Abroad Programs, at hickmano@mtmary.edu to learn more.
Paris for Fashion Design & Merchandise Management: December 27, 2024 — January 24, 2025
Hone your fashion skills in Paris and experience the allure of this global fashion capital. Mount Mary University will offer two course options for fashion majors, in Paris, next January. Our program is coordinated by Mr. Peter Carman, Di-rector of the Paris American Academy. Students will be housed in centrally located apartments within walking distance of many primary sites in Paris. Download the information and the application.
Explore Costa Rica for Biology or Global Studies: December 28, 2024 — January 14, 2025
Venture to Costa Rica and explore its amazing biodiversity as part of a short-term, faculty-led study abroad program. Discover the "Switzerland" of Central America, a country which disbanded its army in 1949. Covering just 0.03% of the globe's surface, Costa Rica is home to 6% of the world's biodiversity and has devoted nearly 26% of its land to conservation and national parks. Explore a variety of exotic locales, including Ballenas National Park, the Monte Verde Cloud Forest Reserve, Arenal National Park and San Jose. To learn more download the information and the application.
Jet to Rome for Art or Theology: December 27, 2024 — January 15, 2025
Study in the Eternal City as part of a short-term, faculty-led study abroad program. Renowned through the centuries for its beauty and history, Rome has many faces: capital of a vast empire, cradle of Christianity in the West, nurturer of Renaissance art, producer of modern fashion, diverse global center and exemplar of Mediterranean culture and cuisine. Students will be housed in a centrally located historic, renovated residence within walking distnace of Rome's primary sites. Download the information and the application to get start on this incredible opportunity.
Study Abroad During Summer
Arrange Individual Study Abroad Opportunities
If you want to study in a different location than offered through our faculty-led programs, Summer is a great time to explore! Earn credits over the summer in Thailand, or participate in an internship in Spain or South Africa. Contact the Office of Study Abroad Programs for more details on how to select the best option to fulfill your academic and professional skills.
- Read Michelle Hawkins' blog that features her experience interning in Valencia, Spain.
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The best way to get started is to get in touch. We’ll answer your questions, help you explore programs and walk you through the admissions and financial aid process.