Education abroad

IRELAND

University College Dublin (Dublin, Ireland)

May 26 - July 12 (7 weeks)
Courses: PHY 184, PHY 192 and ISS 315
Priority Deadline: January 15

FRANCE

CEA CAPA Paris Center (Paris, France)

May 13 - June 22 (6 weeks)
Take 1 technical course + 1 non-technical course
Technical: MTH 234, MTH 235, CE 221, ME 201
Non-Technical: ISS 320, IAH 241C, HST 452
Priority Deadline: January 15

ITALY

CEA CAPA Rome Center (Rome, Italy)

May 13 - July 6 (8 weeks)
Courses (can take up to 3): CSE231, CHE 321, ME 201, IAH 211+, HST 332, HST 452 
Priority Deadline: January 15

CZECH REPUBLIC

CEA CAPA Prague Center (Prague, Czech Republic)

May 30 - July 26 (8 weeks)
Courses (can take up to 2): MTH 234, MTH 235, MTH 309, STT 351, CSE 260, IAH 241F, IAH 231A, HST 452, REL GCU
Priority Deadline: January 15

SPAIN

Summer Engineering in Madrid (Madrid, Spain)

June - August (6 weeks)
Option 1: ME 222 and SPN 290 (no pre-req)
Option 2: MSE 250 and SPN 290 (no pre-req)
Deadline: March 1

TANZANIA

Designing Technology Solutions for Schools in Africa

April - May (4 weeks)
EGR 488 (3 credits)
credit available.
Deadline: February 15

COSTA RICA

Ecological Engineering in the Tropics

May (2 weeks)
BE 475 or BE 491 or EGR 475 (4 credits)
Deadline: February 1

SOUTH KOREA

Yonsei University (Seoul, South Korea)

June - August (6 weeks)
Courses: Selection of technical, general education, and elective courses.
Deadline: February 15

HONG KONG

Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST)

June 17 - August 10 (8 weeks)
Courses: Selection of technical, general education, and elective courses.
Deadline: January 15

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NETHERLANDS

Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (Amsterdam, Netherlands)

Fall Semester: August to December
Spring Semester: February to June
Selection of CSE, technical, general education, and elective courses.
Deadline: Feb 15 (Fall)/Sep 1 (Spring)

FRANCE

SKEMA Business School (French Riviera, France)

Fall Semester: September to December
Spring Semester: January to April
Selection of CE, ME, MTH, PHY, IAH/ISS, other technical courses and general electives.
Deadline: Feb 15 (Fall)/Sep 1 (Spring)

SPAIN

Universidad Pontificia Comillas (Madrid, Spain)

Fall Semester: September to December
Spring Semester: Mid-Jan to May
Selection of ME, MTH, PHY, MSE, CEM, BS, SPN, technical, general education, and elective courses.
Deadline: March 1 (Fall)/September 1 (Spring)

Universidad Politécnica de Madrid (Madrid, Spain)

Fall Semester: September to December
Spring Semester: February to May
Selection of MSE, CHE, ME, technical, general education, and elective courses.
Deadline: March 1 (Fall)/September 1 (Spring)

SOUTH KOREA

Yonsei University (Seoul, South Korea)

Fall Semester: September to December
Spring Semester: Late-Jan to Late-May
Selection of ME, CSE, CE, ECE, CHE, MTH, other technical courses and general electives.
Deadline: March 1 (Fall)/October 1 (Spring)

HONG KONG

Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (Hong Kong, China)

Fall Semester: Late-August to December
Spring Semester: Late-Feb to Late-June
Selection of ME, CSE, ECE, CE, ENE, other technical courses and general electives
Deadline: March 1 (Fall)/August 15 (Spring)

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1.  Meet with an education abroad advisor and your academic advisor to talk about program options, how to fit into your academic plan, and course selection.
2. Look at the course equivalencies to see what you can take
3. Complete an application through the MSU Education Abroad portal

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Do I need a passport or visa?

Passports

U.S. and non-U.S. citizens need a valid passport both to enter other countries and to return to the United States. If you already have a passport, make sure it is valid until at least six months after your return date. If you must apply for or renew a passport, APPLY EARLY, since a minimum of eight to ten weeks is usually required for processing. During peak travel seasons, more processing time is required.

Passport forms are available at many federal and state courts, probate courts, some county/municipal offices and some post offices. You can also apply or renew online at the U.S. Department of State - Bureau of Consular Affairs website.

Visas

A visa is official permission granted by the authorities of a country where you will study or travel that allows you to enter and remain in that country for a specific purpose. The visa itself is frequently a stamp in your passport, not a separate document. You will need a passport before applying for a visa and the entire "passport-plus-visa process" may take several months, so start early.

It is your responsibility to inquire about visa requirements for all countries you plan to visit while abroad; this includes countries that you plan to visit before or after your education abroad program.

If you are not a U.S. citizen, consult the embassy or consulate of the countries you will visit to learn their document requirements.

For more information about U.S. Visas, see the U.S. Department of State - Bureau of Consular Affairs website.

For more information about passports and visas visit the MSU Office for Education Abroad 'Passports and Visas" webpage.

Experience how information technologies can be harnessed to create practical solutions that make the world a better place. This service-learning program will give you the real-world opportunity to design and implement information technologies to help Tanzanian students in East Africa. Many companies are looking to international markets for future growth. Having this experience will broaden your worldview and increase your competitiveness.

The program gives you an opportunity to use your knowledge to create real-world solutions, and to make a positive impact in a developing part of the world. If you have an interest in IT, solar power, education, video creation, Africa or related issues you are encouraged to participate. TECHNICAL EXPERTISE IS NOT REQUIRED. ALL MAJORS ARE WELCOME! Also open to non-MSU students.

Location: Arusha, Tanzania and Mto wa Mbu, Tanzania

Semester: Summer (May - June)
Program Type: Faculty-led
Deadline: February 15

Housing: Students will be first staying at the Training Centre for Development Cooperation (MS-TCDC), a well-equipped training institute like a college campus with bungalows, internet, a library and classrooms. We will then move to Mto wa Mbu town to work in the schools and will stay at Twiga Campsite and Lodge in a nice motel-type accommodation.

Courses:

• MI 488 - Information and Communication Technologies for Development - 3-4 Credits
• EGR 488 - Information and Communication Technologies for Development - 3-4 Credits - enroll initially in MI 488 (can be changed to EGR 488 on return from Tanzania)

Program Contact: Dr. Erik Goodman (goodman@msu.edu), Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering

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Location: San José, Costa Rica
Semester: Summer
Program Type: Faculty-led
Deadline: February 1

Housing: Program participants will visit cities, villages, Universities, University research facilities, industries (e.g., ICE, ICafe, etc.), non-profits (e.g., INBio), museums, national parks, agribusinesses, and forests, as well as selected cultural and historical sites. Students also will be exposed to situations that help foster their growth as global citizens and professionals where hands-on labs/activities will be conducted in active-learning format to understand design, performance, installation and system evaluation.

University- related accommodations will be used where available, practical and cost effective with the desired standards and services needed. When used, motel/hotel accommodations would rate in the 3-star range using the US rating systems. All accommodation selection are in secure/safe areas per University standards and policy.

On average, 2 ½ meals per day will be included.

Courses:

Students will select one course.

• ANR 475 (International Studies Agriculture and Natural Resources) 4 credits
• BE 475 (International Studies in Biosystem Engineering) 4 credits
• EGR 475 (Special Topics in International Engineering) 4 credits
• BE 491 (Special Topics in in Biosystem Engineering) 4 credits

Program Contact: Dr Luke Reese (reesel@msu.edu), Department of Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering

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With a reputation as one of the most beautiful cities in the world, you’ll study engineering and math amidst the backdrop of centuries-old bridges, cathedrals, and church spires. Prague is also home to a rich modern culture filled with public art and whimsical architecture, and an inspiring intellectual community. Opportunities will abound to apply concepts learned in class to real-life examples in this historic city.  

Location: Prague, Czech Republic
Semester: Summer
Program Type: Direct Enroll through CEA CAPA
Deadline: January 15 (Priority), February 1 (Final)

Housing: Shared apartment. Students can choose standard CEA CAPA housing - living in an apartment shared with other CEA CAPA students – or arrange their own independent housing. Assignments are based on availability and confirmation date.

Courses:

Students can take 1 technical course and 1 non-technical course (total of 2 courses) or just 1 technical course while on this program:

Technical

• MTH 234 (Calculus III)
• MTH 235 (Differential Equations)
• MTH 309 (Linear Algebra)
• STT 351 (Engineering Statistics)
• CSE 260 (Discrete Mathematics)

Non-Technical

• IAH 241F (Architecture and Art in the Golden City)
• IAH 231A or HST 452 (Sport & Culture in Contemporary Czech Republic)
• IAH 231A or FSC GCU (Czech Culture, Food & Brewing Tradition)
• IAH 231A or REL GCU (The Jewish Experience in Prague)

Program Contact: Jeffrey Tsang, Assistant Director of Advising Initiatives (tsangjef@msu.edu) Engineering Education Abroad

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Take core courses for your science or engineering major or general electives in math, sciences, and humanities. You’ll attend class with French, European, and North American students at one of France’s leading schools in Europe's very own "Silicon Valley". Here, you'll have an extraordinary opportunity to study hard sciences—such as chemistry, biology, and physics— as well as courses in computer science and artificial intelligence or chemical, computer, electrical, and mechanical engineering, all taught in English. Most courses are geared toward first- or second-year students to provide a solid foundation in science and engineering. Supplement your studies with business, and communication courses, as well as general education courses such as humanities and psychology. While not required, you're encouraged to study French language, offered at all levels.

Location: Sophia Antipolis, France
Semester: Fall or Spring
Program Type: Direct Enroll through CEA CAPA
Deadlines: February 15 (Fall) | September 1 (Spring)

Housing: Shared apartment. Students can choose standard CEA CAPA housing - living in an apartment shared with other CEA CAPA students – or arrange their own independent housing. Assignments are based on availability and confirmation date.

Courses: Students will take between 12-15 credits. Selection of CE, ME, MTH, PHY, IAH/ISS, other technical courses and general electives. Check course offerings and equivalencies page for more information.

Program Contact: Jeffrey Tsang, Assistant Director of Advising Initiatives (tsangjef@msu.edu) Engineering Education Abroad

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Set yourself apart from the competition by taking engineering courses abroad. Paris is an ideal destination for engineering majors, a city where many scientists and mathematicians have made significant contributions to the field. You’ll experience Paris as a learning lab through site visits and lectures which complement your classroom curriculum. Additional elective courses focus on aspects of French culture and may fulfill a humanities or social science requirement. While French language skills are not required for the program, you’ll likely acquire basic French and use it to navigate this historic city.

Location: Paris, France
Semester: Summer
Program Type: Direct Enroll through CEA CAPA
Deadline: January 15 (priority), February 1 (final)

Housing: Shared apartment. Students can choose standard CEA CAPA housing - living in an apartment shared with other CEA CAPA students – or arrange their own independent housing. Assignments are based on availability and confirmation date.

Courses: Students will take 1 technical and 1 non-technical course in Paris (total of 2 courses).

Technical

• MTH 234 (Calculus III)
• MTH 235 (Differential Equations)
• CE 221 (Statics)
• Me 201 (Thermodynamics)

Non-Technical

• ISS 320 (French Civilization & Culture)
• STA GCU (Photography in Paris)
• IAH 241C (Haute Couture in Paris: History of Style & Fashion)
• HST 452 (Sport & Culture in Contemporary France)
• IAH 241C (History of Paris: An Architectural Perspective)

Program Contact: Jeffrey Tsang, Assistant Director of Advising Initiatives (tsangjef@msu.edu) Engineering Education Abroad

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Mechanical, Chemical, and Materials Engineering students are invited to spend their summer participating in an undergraduate research experience in Western Germany. Open to Mechanical, Chemical, and Materials Science Engineering majors only.

MSU’s Department of Mechanical Engineering has partnered with the Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP) at RWTH Aachen University to provide students with a world-class 10-week undergraduate summer research experience in German labs abroad. Juniors and Seniors will be able to conduct their own research project while being supervised by a member of the RWTH research staff. Students admitted to the program will also get to explore industrial activities and experience first-hand German culture and lifestyle. RWTH is considered one of the top technical universities in all of Europe. Therefore, expectations for this program are high, especially given the course load. The schedule is flexible, allowing most students to take 3-day weekends to allow for travel and exploration to surrounding communities.

Location: Aachen, Germany
Semester: Summer
Program Type: Exchange

Housing: MSU students will live in RWTH accommodations for the duration of their program.

Courses: The RWTH research program is a two-part experience spanning 2 semesters, with the summer semester spent on site.

The research topic is determined during the application process in the preceding fall semester. Upon applying, students will select their top two research areas as part of their RWTH application with guidance from Dr. Feeny. RWTH will notify students of research placements upon acceptance to the program.

Students are encouraged to explore research project ideas in the UROP Research Database

Part 1: Spring Semester preceding the summer study abroad term

• Student will enroll in one credit of ME 490, CHE 490 or MSE 490 Independent Study
• Research area will be the same as the area they will pursue at RWTH
• Each participant will have an MSU faculty member overseeing the students work

Part 2: Summer Research Experience at RWTH

• Students will earn 9 MSU credits. All courses will be taught in English.
• Enrollment will be composed of ME 490 Independent Study (5 credits) for ME majors. For CHE majors, enrollment will be composed of CHE 490 for 3 credits and CHE GCU for 2 credits. For MSE majors, enrollment will be MSE 490 for 3 credits and MSE GCU for 2 credits. All students will take an intensive German language class (GRM 101, 201, 202, 290, 490 - appropriate to students proficiency level) (4 credits).
• Each student’s final research report will be assessed by the research faculty on-site. This assessment will be shared with the MSU faculty who oversaw the student’s spring studies. They will also make the final grade determination.

Program Contact: Dr. Brian Feeny (feeny@egr.msu.edu), Department of Mechanical Engineering

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Engineering students are invited to soak up all that Hong Kong has to offer during a semester experience at HKUST.

This program type is designed for students seeking a rigorous and self-guided experience. To be successful, students must commit to uphold a significant degree of proactivity and professionalism. Students are often required to secure their own housing, book individual flights, obtain a student visa/residence permit, etc. Students are expected to familiarize themselves with program information and seek out additional support and resources as needed. Additionally, students can anticipate being one of few MSU students on this program during any given term.

Location: Hong Kong
Semester: Fall, Spring, or Summer
Program Type: Exchange
Deadlines: March 1 (Fall) | August 15 (Spring) | January 15 (Summer)

Housing: During the semester, MSU students studying at HKUST are offered on-campus housing in dormitories and university apartments. During the summer, program participants will be housed in double occupancy rooms on campus.

Courses: Selection of ME, CSE, CE, ECE, CHE, MTH, other technical courses and general electives. Check course offerings and equivalencies page for more information.

Program Contact: Jeffrey Tsang, Assistant Director of Advising Initiatives (tsangjef@msu.edu) Engineering Education Abroad

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Location: Dublin, Ireland
Semester: Summer
Program Type: Direct Enroll
Deadline: January 15 (Priority), February 1 (Final)

Housing: Students will live in on-campus housing

Courses: Student will take all the following courses-

• PHY 184 (Physics for Scientists and Engineers II)
• PHY 192 (Physics II Lab)
• ISS 315 (Modern Irish Studies

Program Contact: Jeffrey Tsang, Assistant Director of Advising Initiatives (tsangjef@msu.edu) Engineering Education Abroad

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Stay on track with your engineering degree while setting yourself apart from the competition. Study in Rome, where you’ll explore more than 2,000 years of global power and influence. You’ll have the opportunity to enroll in a core engineering course alongside elective courses. Elective courses focus on an aspect of Italian culture, which may fulfill a humanities or social science requirement. While Italian language isn’t required, we’ll help you gain some basic communication skills to navigate this historic city.

Location: Rome, Italy
Semester: Summer
Program Type: Direct Enroll through CEA CAPA
Deadline: January 15 (priority), February 1 (final)

Housing: Shared apartment. Students can choose standard CEA CAPA housing - living in an apartment shared with other CEA CAPA students – or arrange their own independent housing. Assignments are based on availability and confirmation date.

Courses: Students can take ONE technical plus ONE or TWO non-technical courses. Max of 3 classes.

Technical

• Thermodynamics (ME 201)
• Introduction to Programming (CSE 231)
• Thermodynamics with Chemical Engineering Module (CHE 321)

Non-Technical

• Art & Archaeology of Ancient Rome (IAH 221A)
• Social History of the Italian Mafia (IAH 221C/HST 452)
• The Culture of Food & Wine in Italy (FSC GCU)
• The Imitation of Nature (IAH 231A)

Program Contact: Jeffrey Tsang, Assistant Director of Advising Initiatives (tsangjef@msu.edu) Engineering Education Abroad

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Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands
Semester: Fall or Spring
Program Type: Direct Enroll through CEA CAPA
Deadlines: February 15 (Fall) | September 1 (Spring)

Housing: Shared apartment. Students can choose standard CEA CAPA housing - living in an apartment shared with other CEA CAPA students – or arrange their own independent housing. Assignments are based on availability and confirmation date.

Courses: Selection of CSE, technical, general education, and elective courses. Check course offerings and equivalencies page for more information.

Program Contact: Liz Kubias, Academic Advisor (kubias@msu.edu) Engineering Education Abroad

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Experience living life like a local. Spend a semester in Seoul, South Korea taking courses alongside local Korean and international students.

This program type is designed for students seeking a rigorous and self-guided experience. To be successful, students must commit to uphold a significant degree of proactivity and professionalism. Students are often required to secure their own housing, book individual flights, obtain a student visa/residence permit, etc. Students are expected to familiarize themselves with program information and seek out additional support and resources as needed. Additionally, students can anticipate being one of few MSU students on this program during any given term.

Location: Seoul, South Korea
Semester: Fall, Spring, or Summer
Program Type: Exchange
Deadlines: March 1 (Fall) | October 1 (Spring) | February 15 (Summer)

Housing: Yonsei University offers international student dormitory-style housing. On-campus housing is not guaranteed due to extremely limited spaces. If full, students will be required to secure their own accommodation in Seoul. The dorms consist of a mix of Korean and international students. Occupancy: Yonsei offers double and single-occupancy room options.

Courses: Selection of ME, CSE, ECE, CE, ENE, other technical courses and general electives. Check course offerings and equivalencies page for more information.

Program Contact: Liz Kubias, Academic Advisor (kubias@msu.edu) Engineering Education Abroad

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During this summer engineering program, MSU students will have the opportunity to study Spanish and take an engineering course at one of the oldest and largest of the Spanish Technical Universities, Polytechnic University of Madrid (UPM). UPM has more than 3,000 faculty members, 18,000 undergraduate students, and 8,000 graduate students. UPM is the leading technical university in Spain, and many of the leading Spanish educators and researchers have been involved either as students or teachers. Participants will also be able to visit nearby historical and cultural field trips as a part of the program.

Location: Madrid, Spain
Semester: Summer
Program Type: Faculty-led
Deadline: March 1

Housing: Students will live in dormitory-style residences with furnished bedrooms and full bathroom. Three meals will be provided each day.

Courses: Students will pick one option-

• Option A: ME 222 (Mechanics of Deformable Solids) + SPN 290 (Independent Study)
• Option B: MSE 250 (Materials Science and Engineering) + SPN 290 (Independent Study)

Program Contact: Dr. Carl Boehlert (boehlert@msu.edu) Department of Chemical Engineering

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Engineering students are invited to spend a semester in Madrid studying alongside local Spaniards.

This program type is designed for students seeking a rigorous and self-guided experience. To be successful, students must commit to uphold a significant degree of proactivity and professionalism. Students are often required to secure their own housing, book individual flights, obtain a student visa/residence permit, etc. Students are expected to familiarize themselves with program information and seek out additional support and resources as needed. Additionally, students can anticipate being one of few MSU students on this program during any given term.

Location: Madrid, Spain
Semester: Fall or Spring
Program Type: Exchange

Deadlines: March 1 (Fall) | September 1 (Spring)

Housing: Students participating on the UPM program are responsible for securing their own accommodations for their time in Spain. UPM recommends students book temporary housing for the first 2 weeks on-site and secure your housing contract once you have had the opportunity to see it in person. Although accommodation is the responsibility of the student, UPM does provide some guidance on reputable places to begin your search. For more information, please visit their accommodation website.

Courses: Selection of MSE, CHE, ME, technical, general education, and elective courses. Check course offerings and equivalencies page for more information.

Program Contact: Margo Glew, Academic Advisor (glewmarg@msu.edu) Engineering Education Abroad

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Location: Madrid, Spain
Semester: Fall or Spring
Program Type: Exchange
Deadlines: March 1 (Fall) | September 1 (Spring)

Housing: Universidad Pontificia Comillas does not have its own student accommodations. It is the student’s responsibility to secure their own housing for the duration of their program. However, the university does provide resources that connect students to reputable student housing options in MadridFor additional options, please visit the Universidad Pontificia Comillas accommodation website.

Courses: Selection of ME, MTH, PHY, MSE, CEM, BS, SPN, technical, general education, and elective courses. Check course offerings and equivalencies page for more information.

Program Contact: Margo Glew, Academic Advisor (glewmarg@msu.edu) Engineering Education Abroad

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Program contact: Paris, Rome, Prague, Dublin, SKEMA and Hong Kong

Program contact: Amsterdam and Yonsei

Program contact: Faculty-led programs (Madrid, Tanzania, and Costa Rica), UPM and Comillas