We rank No. 2 in the nation for study abroad
Gettysburg College consistently ranks No. 2 in the nation for study abroad programs by the Institute of International Education (IIE).
Who can study abroad?
Students of all majors are welcome to study abroad and have full flexibility to study abroad for one semester or during the summer. To meet these requirements, students must:
- Have a declared major.
- Be a second-semester sophomore, junior, or first-semester senior.
- Be in good disciplinary standing.
- Spend a minimum of one year in residence with a minimum of three courses the semester before their study abroad application at Gettysburg College.
First-semester sophomores and second-semester seniors may petition to participate in a study abroad program by contacting the
Center for Global Education
The Center for Global Education advises Gettysburg College students on all aspects of study abroad.
The Center for Global Education
Types of study abroad programs
Students who seek a Gettysburg College study abroad experience may participate in various programs reflecting their educational needs.
Affiliated Programs
More than 60 culturally immersive, semester-long global study opportunities abound. These Affiliated Programs not only save time and money but provide students various travel opportunities to remote regions within Africa, Asia, Europe, Latin America, or the Middle East. These domestic and international single-county academic year and semester global study abroad programs have been carefully selected and vetted by Gettysburg College faculty to meet the unique academic needs of students and departmental goals.
Non-affiliated Programs
Students who are approved to attend a Non-affiliated Program pay all program costs directly to the sponsoring program, pay a Non-affiliated Global Study fee to Gettysburg College, and oftentimes cannot use Gettysburg grants, scholarships, or loans for payment. Students interested in Non-affiliated Programs are encouraged to meet with an advisor at the Center for Global Education and must submit a petition to participate in a non-affiliated program.
Discover Non-affiliated Programs
Summer programs
Students may participate in summer programs as early as May or the beginning of August.
Learn more about summer abroad programs.
Financial aid
Students receiving financial aid from Gettysburg College may apply their financial aid to fund a relevant study abroad program.
Financial aid for Affiliated Programs
Eligible Students are encouraged to apply for financial aid and scholarships through Gettysburg College.
- Eisenhower/Hilton Scholarship for Study Abroad
- Keiser Foundation Study Abroad Support Fund
- Seibert International Educational Experience Fund
Outside awards and scholarships
Eligible students are encouraged to apply for financial aid from sources outside Gettysburg College. These scholarships may often cover the full costs of a study abroad program.
Learn more about financial aid.
Applying for study abroad
Before submitting a study abroad application, students should:
- Start a new Global Study plan on their Student Center.
- Watch the Global Study 101 Video on engageGettysburg.
- Meet with their academic advisor(s).
- Speak with a Center for Global Education advisor if they have any questions.
- Select a program and the relevant semester(s) of study abroad.
Application deadlines for Affiliated Programs
Semester Deadlines
- October 1 for spring semester
- March 1 for fall semester
Non-affiliated Programs petition deadlines
Students seeking to enroll in Non-affiliated Programs must submit an application and a petition. Petitions are due by these dates:
- September 15 for spring
- February 15 for fall
Program Provider application
Along with a study abroad application, students must fill out a Program Provider application. Since Program Provider application deadlines may fall before the Gettysburg application deadline, we recommend working with a Center for Global Education advisor throughout the study abroad application process.
Study abroad through Gettysburg College
A Gettysburg College education empowers students to be inquisitive lifelong learners. That’s why more than half of all students enroll in at least one semester of a study abroad program.
If you want to make the world your classroom, schedule an appointment with the Center for Global Education to start your study abroad experience or request information.