Study abroad offers eligible students the opportunity to challenge their assumptions about themselves and other cultures in a rigorous experiential education environment. Kalamazoo College offers study abroad programs of varying lengths, academic emphasis, and locations. While not required to graduate, 80% of Kalamazoo College graduates have participated in the study abroad program.

We encourage students to begin planning for study abroad during their first year. During winter quarter the CIP distributes a "first year interest form" for students to complete. Given that many programs have language requirements and minimum grade point averages required for participation, our intention is to inform students early about their options. During this time we hope that parents talk with students about study abroad so that by sophomore year the student is prepared for the application and orientation process.

IMPORTANT RESOURCES
Our searchable database of programs lists the locations, durations, prices, and academic details of all Kalamazoo College-sponsored and -approved programs available to our students. Some of these programs are also open to students from other institutions wishing to study abroad.

List of Study Abroad Programs available to Kalamazoo students

List of Program Addresses and Contact Information

Health and Safety Brochure

Study Abroad Handbook 2008-2009 - This handbook is distributed to students when they pick up an application. Parents will receive a hard copy after their students have been accepted to a study abroad program. This handbook contains detailed information about application policies, orientation requirements, cross-cultural transitions, and other polices related to study abroad.

Learn about the KPIC Study Abroad Program for Intercultural Communication.

Please click here for a letter to Kalamazoo College students and parents in reponse to the recent avian flu concerns

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UPCOMING EVENTS

Parent Orientation: Saturday, May 3rd in Light Fine Arts Building; 9-12:30