Off Campus and Study Abroad

Study Abroad/Domestic Programs

In a world that is becoming increasingly interdependent, study abroad represents a significant means by which students may better prepare themselves to face challenges of the future. Muhlenberg College encourages students in all majors and minors to study overseas at quality institutions in Europe, Oceania, Asia, Latin America, and Africa. Our list of nearly 150 approved programs in 60 countries enables students to engage in the academic and social life of host institutions abroad. In addition, some programs provide opportunities for experiential learning through internships and field work research projects that integrate student involvement in local communities.

Students study abroad after completing their sophomore year, for either a semester or for the academic year during their junior year. In extraordinary circumstances, students may study abroad during the fall semester of their senior year only after receiving approval from the Dean of Academic Life. Students who study abroad on a college approved program during the academic year receive the same financial aid package that would be provided were they to remain on the Muhlenberg campus.

Opportunities for summer study are available through several Muhlenberg departments. Other summer programs must be approved by the Office of Global Education before students can apply to them.

Students interested in study abroad programs should consult with their faculty advisor and the Office of Global Education staff during the fall semester of their sophomore year. To apply for study abroad, students first complete a Muhlenberg College Study Abroad application and submit the needed materials. Once approved to study abroad by Muhlenberg, students complete host institution application. Detailed information regarding admission procedures, transfer credit, and the fee structure are available from the Office of Global Education.

Types of Programs

Muhlenberg students are able to participate in the following study abroad and domestic study away programs:

Approved Semester and Year-long Study Abroad Programs
- For a comprehensive list of study abroad programs, please visit the Office of Global Education Website.
Short-term Interdisciplinary Faculty-led Programs
- Muhlenberg offers a number of faculty-led opportunities through the Muhlenberg Integrated Learning Abroad/Away (MILA) programs. MILA programs are unique to Muhlenberg College as it allows students to complete an interdisciplinary course during fall or spring semesters and travel abroad, as a cohort with their class peers and faculty, for up to two weeks at the end of the semester. Past MILAs have included courses and trips to Bangladesh; Costa Rica; Cuba; Ireland; Italy; Panama; Senegal; Spain and Morocco as well as South Africa. Muhlenberg also offers a domestic MILA programs in the United States. For additional information about this program, please contact the Office of Global Education.
Semester-based Faculty-led Programs
- Muhlenberg in Dublin, Ireland – Media and Communication majors (Spring Semester).
- Muhlenberg in Maastricht, Netherlands – Accounting, Business, Economics and Finance majors (Fall Semester).
Domestic Study Away Internship-based Programs
- Larry Singer Studios Program in New York City: For theatre and performing arts majors (Fall Semester).
- Lutheran College Washington Semester: For all majors (Fall and Spring Semesters).

NOTE: Student aid, which must be returned to the awarding agency, cannot be used to satisfy amounts owed to the College in the event a student withdraws from an off-campus or study abroad programs.