Proposal Deadline
| Term | Proposal Deadline |
|---|---|
| 2024–25 Academic Year | February 1, 2024 |
| 2025-26 Academic Year | February 1, 2025 |
We welcome proposals in all disciplines. Sites and program details are finalized in consultation with the Learning Abroad Center. To propose a Create Your Own program, complete and submit the information below via the online proposal portal.
Proposal Process
The submission portal for Create Your Own proposals for Academic Year 2024-2025 is now open.
When creating a proposal, consider the following information:
- What is the academic content of the course, and how does it relate to the chosen country?
- How will students' performance be assessed?
- What academic qualifications does the leader have in relation to course topic, international experience, language skills relevant to the chosen site, and experience teaching undergraduates and leading groups?
- What will the program itinerary look like (all possible program excursions and site/cultural visits)?
- How will you promote your program for its intended target audience?
Contact Lindsey Lahr with any questions or concerns.
Review Process
Programs are selected based on the following:
- Overall quality and feasibility of proposal
- Relevance to UofM students
- Leader's knowledge of academic content and location
- Illustrated tie between academics and use of location
- Level of departmental or collegiate support
- Ability to recruit students
- Leader's experience leading student groups
- Previous student evaluations, if applicable
- Availability of strong on-site support by a Learning Abroad Center affiliate
- Number of times program has run previously, if applicable
In addition to the above criteria, the Learning Abroad Center strives to offer UofM students a comprehensive suite of programs that are diverse in:
- Geographic location
- Academic discipline
- Program features (e.g., community engagement component, field research, language study, etc.)
A note about location- due to International flight costs, travel time, and carbon footprint, as well as possible in-country travel, jet-lag, and cultural adjustment, Asia, Africa, and Oceania locations will not be considered for Spring break programs. A 2+ week program for these greater distances is more accessible and inclusive for study abroad students, as well as sustainable.
Strong proposals address the following questions in a clear and thoughtful manner:
- What is the central academic focus or theme of the program?
- Why is the location you have chosen significant to the development of this focus or theme?
- How will you utilize the location (e.g., excursions, tours, guest lectures, local resources, etc.) to illuminate this theme?
Location, title, and program details are finalized in consultation with the Learning Abroad Center.
Applicants are notified of a decision approximately 6 weeks after the deadline.