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Study Abroad

Center for Global Exploration
(440) 826-2231
explore@bw.edu

  • Savanah Craig studies abroad in Scotland

    Study at a foreign university for a semester or even a full year through an independent study program. Savanah Craig '18 spent a semester immersing herself in Scottish culture and life at the University of Stirling.

  • BW students travel to India as part of BW's "discovering India" seminar

    Faculty-led seminars last from two to six weeks and enable you to explore a specific topic with classmates and faculty. BW students spent two weeks in India as part of BW's Discovering India seminar.

  • Mike Comieski studies abroad in Italy

    Many programs offer the choice to study in English or in the local language. Mike Comienski '19 studied at Siena Italian Studies, a linguistic and cultural immersion program in Siena, Italy.

  • BW education and HPESS students in Ireland.

    BW education and HPESS students spent the semester learning about the education system in Ireland. While abroad, they had opportunities to student teach and complete coaching internships.

  • Business and political science students learn about local business and politics while immersing themselves in Ghanaian culture.

    During their study abroad trip to Ghana, business and political science students learn about local business and politics while immersing themselves in Ghanaian culture.

  • International studies major Anna Anikienko spent a semester at Al Akhawayn University (AUI) in Ifrane, Morocco.

    International studies major Anna Anikienko spent a semester at Al Akhawayn University (AUI) in Ifrane, Morocco. Students are fully integrated into life at AUI, taking classes and living with local and international students.

  • A study abroad student in Morocco, overlooking a town.

    Morocco is a popular study abroad destination for students studying business, economics, history, international studies and Arabic. Students can fulfill both major and minor course requirements by pursuing this opportunity.

  • A graduate speech-language pathology graduate student assessing a patient in Zambia.

    Students in BW's graduate speech-language pathology (SLP) program take a trip to Zambia as a part of their course requirements. Students work alongside local practitioners at several hospitals, schools and other service sites.

  • International studies major Chelsea Seward spent her summer interning with our partner, Mission Guatemala in the town of Panajachel.

    International studies major Chelsea Seward spent her summer interning with our partner, Mission Guatemala in the town of Panajachel. Mission Guatemala works with local communities to positively impact the health, nutrition and education within the region.


WHY STUDY ABROAD?

CHOOSE YOUR ADVENTURE

The Center for Global Exploration offers a variety of off-campus options for all disciplines and majors. Students can take part in faculty-led group seminars, study at a foreign university or participate in internships in the U.S. or abroad. See the world for a semester, a summer, or even a full year - the choice is yours.
View study abroad opportunities currently available to BW students >

AFFORDABLE

Costs for most study abroad and off-campus programs are comparable to the cost of a semester at BW.

For fall and spring programs, your federal and institutional financial aid applies to programs recommended by Baldwin Wallace University (program capacity limits may apply). First-time study abroad participants may also qualify for a BW study abroad grant or a program-specific scholarship!

The cost of faculty-led study abroad programs typically includes airfare, accommodations, ground transportation, admission/activity fees and some meals.

Generation Study Abroad Commitment Partner

As a member of the Institute of International Education's Generation Study Abroad campaign, Baldwin Wallace is committed to doubling the number of students who study abroad by the year 2019.

MINIMUM ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS

  • 2.5 GPA
  • Sophomore status
  • Completion of at least one full semester at BW
  • A clear student conduct record for one year

ANNUAL REPORTS

  • Study abroad students in China

    During their time abroad in China, students experience five thousand years of Chinese culture alongside modern-day business and management practices. Visits with local companies give students insight into the world of international business.

  • Public relations major Nicole Blair in Rome, Italy

    Public relations major Nicole Blair spent the semester at University College Dublin (UCD). UCD is ranked within the top 1% of higher education institutions worldwide. This photo was taken during a weekend excursion to Rome, Italy.

  • Business major Gwyn Dubel in China holding a Baldwin Wallace flag in front of a skyline.

    Business major Gwyn Dubel spent a semester in China, providing her with the opportunity to explore business on an international level.

  • Exercise science major Will Vance on top the highest peak in Germany's Wetterstein mountains.

    Exercise science major Will Vance spent three weeks in Germany, exploring Munich and Berlin while enrolled in immersive language courses. He took advantage of his day off to enjoy the view from the highest peak of the Wetterstein mountains.

  • Criminal justice and political science major Amy Gersten snorkeling at the Great Barrier Reef in Australia.

    Criminal justice and political science major Amy Gersten spent a semester at University of the Sunshine Coast in Australia. In this photo, Amy took advantage of the local wildlife, where she snorkeled in the great barrier reef.

  • MBA student Rachel Rudolph in China.

    Some of BW's graduate programs include study abroad components. In this photo, Rachel Rudolph traveled to China as part of her MBA program.

  • Biology major Savannah Craig on a weekend excursion in Riomaggiore, La Spezia, Italy.

    Biology major Savannah Craig '18 spent a semester immersing herself in Scottish culture and life at University of Stirling. She is pictured on a weekend excursion in Riomaggiore, La Spezia, Italy.

  • BW education and HPESS students in Ireland.

    BW education and HPESS students spent the semester learning about the education system in Ireland. While abroad, they had opportunities to student teach and complete coaching internships.

  • Study abroad students in China
  • Public relations major Nicole Blair in Rome, Italy
  • Business major Gwyn Dubel in China holding a Baldwin Wallace flag in front of a skyline.
  • Exercise science major Will Vance on top the highest peak in Germany's Wetterstein mountains.
  • Criminal justice and political science major Amy Gersten snorkeling at the Great Barrier Reef in Australia.
  • MBA student Rachel Rudolph in China.
  • Biology major Savannah Craig on a weekend excursion in Riomaggiore, La Spezia, Italy.
  • BW education and HPESS students in Ireland.