Students
Please Note and Plan Accordingly:
The Learning Abroad Center will be closed on Monday, May 27, 2013
due to the Memorial Day holiday.
The office will reopen at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, May 28, 2013.
The Learning Abroad Center has adjusted Summer Office Hours, First Step Meetings, and Program Selction Advising hours.
Summer Office Hours are Monday through Friday from 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
First Step Schedule
Monday: 10:30 a.m.
Wednesday: 1:30 p.m.
Friday: 1:30 p.m.
An experience abroad is often the single most important and rewarding activity a student engages in during their academic career. It can also be a lot of hard work and at times the process is by its nature confusing and complex! You can always call or come in to see us.
If you're new to study abroad:
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Attend a First Step Meeting
Only University of Minnesota students are required to create a profile.
Non University of Minnesota students should visit the Next Steps web page for a step-by-step guide on how to go abroad with the UofM
In Person First Step for Study Abroad meetings guide you through the basics of going abroad. They also cover credit bearing internships & service-learning as needed. No appointment necessary, 20-30 minutes.
Location: 230 Heller Hall, West Bank (map)
First Step Schedule
Monday: 10:30 a.m.
Tuesday: 2:30 p.m.
Wednesday: 2:30 p.m.
Thursday: 10:30 a.m.
Friday: 1 p.m.
*Please note that because we cover so much information in a short period of time, if you are late you will have to attend a different in-person First Step meeting or complete the online First Step
Online First Step for Study Abroad (also covers credit bearing internships & service-learning)
Online First Step for Work, Intern, & Volunteer Abroad (non-credit, independent opportunities)
Online First Step for Teach English Abroad
Download our First Step Handbooks
• Work, Intern, Volunteer & Teach English Abroad Handbook
Liberal Education Database
Many courses have already been reviewed to meet Liberal Education requirements. Go to the Liberal Education Database to search for courses or submit ones for approval.
