Study Abroad ProgramsUAA has many international partners so you can choose to study or intern throughout the world. However, with so many choices it can be difficult to decide what program is right for you. Study abroad programs can help you meet major or minor requirements, fulfill general education requirements, or achieve proficiency in a second language. Some programs offer integrated study opportunities at foreign universities, while some programs allow you to study topics specific to the site with other American students. It is important to think about your education goals for your international experience. Ask yourself:
Next you need to start researching different international opportunities. Below are links to study abroad programs so you can learn more about course offerings, living arrangements, excursions, duration of the program and costs. After doing some research, you will want to contact Leslie Tuovinen, International Affairs Coordinator, at (907) 786-4135 or via email, anlat@uaa.alaska.edu. She can provide you with further details on the programs and advise you through the application process. In addition to researching your program options, you will need to determine how your courses abroad help you fulfill course requirements at UAA. It is important that you meet with your academic advisor early on and discuss your study abroad plans. The course offerings are different at each foreign university, so you will want to determine which university offers the best courses for your degree at UAA. Students must petition to fulfill requirements with study abroad courses, so it is important that you talk with your academic advisor when choosing a program. Study Abroad programs are open to all students at UAA, but as Honors students your motivation, determination, and excellence in the classroom make you great candidates for these experiences. Programs in the United Kingdom and Ireland Northwest Council on Study Abroad (NCSA) Programs in Europe University of Stavanger (Norway) - Scholarship available! Programs in Russia Council on International Education (CIEE) – This study abroad program in St. Petersburg runs every semester and has a summer option. Students need to have complete two years of college level Russian prior to going on this program. UAA KIBRIK & BERGELSON STUDY or RESEARCH IN RUSSIA SCHOLARSHIP Kibrik & Bergelson Study or Research in Russia Scholarship offers financial assistance for tuition and other educational expenses including air travel to or from Russia to University of Alaska Anchorage students who are studying or conducting research in Russia. Preference will be given to students majoring in language, communications, and/or anthropology. Applicant must demonstrate academic excellence, a clear interest in the study of Russia, and a solid connection between the study program in Russia and the applicant’s academic and professional goals. Eligibility: Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors • Field: Study abroad in all fields, but preference is given to students majoring in language, communications, and/or anthropology. • Application Process: See the Web site below. Deadline: September 15 and March 15 annually. For more information: http://www.uaa.alaska.edu/scholarships/kibrik_russia.cfm Programs in Canada National Student Exchange - through NSE, students can study at the University of Northern British Columbia, Simon Fraser University, University of Calgary, University of Saskatchewan, University of Regina, Universite de Sherbrooke, Bishops University, Sir Wilfred Grenfell College, and Cape Breton University. Elizabeth Tower Endowment for Canadian Studies: Student Research/Study Award In 2004, the University of Alaska Anchorage announced the creation of the Elizabeth Tower Endowment for Canadian Studies. The goal of this endowment is to increase the visibility of Canadian studies at UAA and in the community and to improve opportunities for UAA students wanting to study in Canada. Details for student applications soon will be available at: http://www.uaa.alaska.edu/intl/canstud.cfm For more information, please contact Dr. Elizabeth James at (907) 786-1624 or afejj@uaa.alaska.edu Programs in Latin America Northwest Council on Study Abroad (NCSA) Programs in Asia Northwest Council on Study Abroad (NCSA) Programs in Africa Northwest Council on Study Abroad (NCSA) Internships Abroad International Internships provide students with an opportunity to gain valuable work and international experience. UAA partners with IE3 Global Internships which arranges supervised, practical, international work experiences throughout the world. Internships range from 10 weeks to six months of full-time work. You can earn academic credit at UAA for your internship experience, allowing you to gain valuable skills while working towards your degree. Internships are an increasingly important and integral component of a well-rounded education and an international internship is an excellent way to gain insight into a culture, an industry, and an organization. Visit the IE3 Global Internship website to start exploring your opportunities. National Exchanges You may be also interested in doing an exchange within the United States. UAA is a member of the National Student Exchange. This program allows you to pay UAA tuition and attend a partner institution. This is a great way to explore another region of the United States as well as try out an area where you may be interested in graduate school or a career in the future. The exchange programs includes universities in the U.S., Canada, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands. If you are interested in attending a U.S. university that is not part of the National Student Exchange, this is a still a possibility. You will not be able to pay UAA tuition, but you can transfer your credits back to UAA. International Studies The International Studies Program prepares students to be global citizens in an increasingly interdependent world. The program integrates comparative and global courses, language study, and courses focused on a particular area of the world. The program offers a BA in International Studies with tracks in Russia, Northeast Asia, Canada, and Europe. There are also minors in Canadian Studies and International North Pacific Studies. The International Studies degree has been formatted to make double majoring an attractive option and enhances any degree choice. Check out the International Studies website for more information. |
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