Study Abroad and International Education
See the World
See the world, receive a world-class education, and dive into the global economy. Montgomery County has a large and diverse ethnic population which is reflected in enrollments at the three Montgomery College campuses. The college mission to bring a greater awareness of global perspectives to the student body and community has led to the development of an International Education program that provides opportunities through a variety of activities to foster a greater understanding and appreciation of other cultures.
Study Abroad has been a part of Montgomery College since 1996. Formed with the International Education program, it addresses the International Education mission through five areas: education, extended study abroad, culture, travel, and continuing education.
Two new programs have come to MC. TheGlobal Exchange Through Social Media programallows students and employees to engage in culturally-rich exchanges right from your home. These programs take place via Zoom meetings, Instagram, and Facebook Live.Virtual International Internship Programare for students and are offered in 18 career fields with academic credits available.
Short-Term Study Abroad
These academic-centered short-term term programs abroad stretch from 10 days to three weeks in length giving you an unique experience—lectures and academic dialogue on a coach on route to a historic site, atop of a mountain or on Machu Picchu, knee deep in dirt at an archaeological dig, among a busy government municipality or in Tiananmen Square—in which a “learning moment” is not to be missed; day-ending debriefing sessions further solidify lessons learned and International Competency objectives met.
Montgomery College continues to closely monitor advice from local, national, and international agencies regarding the Coronavirus outbreak, including the CDC and US State Department. As a response to rapidly changing events, the college has decided to suspend study abroad and international education programs for the Spring 2022 and Summer 2022 terms to protect the safety and well-being of students, faculty, and staff.
However, immense opportunities and global experiences are currently available with Virtual Study Abroad and Global Internships. In addition, we expect full study abroad, with travel and overseas stay, to commence in May, 2023. Fall, 2023, MC Study Abroad plans to open registration and provide a full itinerary for the coming Health Sciences and Nursing program to the Dominican Republic.Read an article which conveys the value of the last Dominican Republic program(PDF,
), held in 2019, in order to better understand what the next program will bring.
The college remains committed to providing students opportunities for rich cultural experiences and will continue to post updates for future programs as they become available.
Questions can be directed to: Gregory Malveaux, College-wide Coordinator, Study Abroad, viaemailor by calling 240-567-7197.
Upcoming Programs
Pathway to Freedom: An Examination of the Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad Trail Along the Eastern Shore
Spring 2023 (tentative date)
Duration: 2 to 3 days
Getmore information(PDF,)
Montgomery College Study Abroad and the Study Abroad Association (SAA) are partnering to present the in-country study/travel program, “Pathway to Freedom: An Examination of the Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad Path Along the Eastern Shore(PDF,),” during the fall semester of 2022.
With this program, you will follow in Harriet Tubman’s footsteps as she escaped in 1849 and traveled from Maryland’s Eastern Shore through Delaware to reach her freedom in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Explore authentic escape missions and discover how hundreds of men and women risked everything to pursue their freedom. Chesapeake landscapes – extensive waterways, marshes and woodlands – both helped and hindered Tubman and other freedom seekers. The Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad Byway travels 125 miles through the Eastern Shore of Maryland before crossing into Delaware at Sandtown. It continues for another 98 miles, connecting through Dover to Wilmington. Our route then follows the Brandywine Valley Scenic Byway into Pennsylvania where highways and local roads take you to Philadelphia, Tubman’s first destination once she found freedom. Come join in this educational escape.
Long-Term Study Abroad
Students study abroad full time to earn academic credits that are transferrable to Montgomery College and many four-year colleges and universities in the United States.
通过大学国际研究联盟(CCIS)，可以在30个不同国家的认可学术机构进行一个学期、一年或一个夏天的长期海外学习。咨询由MC的留学协调员担任，他是联盟的州代表。学生必须在出发前至少6个月开始申请长期留学。Get more information about the program.
More Information
It is not uncommon for recently completed study abroad programs to generate double-digit events on three campuses through partnerships with college organizations, clubs, and departments.
Programs arise from coordinated collaboration with student clubs, college-wide organizations, conference groups, distinct writers and speakers, and friends, allowing for a medley of cultural and educational experiences. Many of the events, such as hunger banquets, silent auctions, and service learning functions, are brought forth in order to give lasting aid to our less fortunate hosts and friends abroad.
For full details about Study Abroad and International Education, please review the entire website, and consider attending a SAID (Study Abroad Information and Discussion) session held at the start of each semester.
The International Education office advises students desiring to study abroad about college requirements and the course selection in order to meet their MC program needs and about the choice of countries best suited to advance their academic careers and broaden their global understanding.
As a member of the College Consortium for International Studies (CCISnew window), MC can send students to any one of 52 accredited college programs in 30 countries around the world. Any student that wants to study abroad at an institution outside of this consortium may only select an institution within one of these accepted consortium's:AIFSnew window(American Institute for Foreign Study),CIS Abroadnew window(Center for International Studies),EFnew window(Education First), orISAnew window(International Studies Abroad).
All courses to be taken abroad must be approved in advance by the MC transfer officer. Upon successful completion, credits transfer to MC, are recorded on the students' transcripts, and may be applied toward graduation requirements.
The pre-departure advising process must be initiated at least one semester in advance of departure in order for the International Education office to help students prepare the necessary documentation. Students will be advised of the Montgomery College fees and the in-country expenses, orientation fees, cost of room and board, and all other financial responsibilities. Students receiving Financial Aid may use it for study abroad. Scholarships may be available through the International Education Program.
Students must satisfy the following requirements in order to study abroad:
- Have a 2.5 GPA
- Have successfully completed a minimum of 12 credits
- Be able to demonstrate the maturity and flexibility necessary to meet cultural and academic challenges abroad
- Be able to study abroad full time (12 credits; additional credits require an advisor's approval)
- Complete the CCIS application form (available from the Coordinator of Study Abroad in the International Education Office)
- Complete two reference forms
- Present a "letter of intent" that documents the purpose for study abroad
The Coordinator of Study Abroad will forward all materials with a cover letter and a copy of an official student transcript to the CCIS sponsoring institution.
Upon acceptance, students must complete the following steps:
- Register at Montgomery College for STBR 200 (12 credits abroad)
- Provide evidence of health insurance or obtain individual short-term-term student insurance policies available through the International Education Office
- Provide evidence of health immunizations
- Obtain a passport at least three months in advance of departure
- Obtain visas, if required
Complete these forms to apply to Study Abroad
Application for Short-Term-Term Study Abroad(PDF,)
Application for Semester or Year (Long-Term) Study Abroad(PDF,)
Conditions of Participation(PDF,)
Scholarship Application(PDF,)
Sample Proposal to Lead a Short Term Program(PDF,)
Return the forms to Linda Hankey in the Study Abroad Office:
Rockville Campus, Macklin Tower 218
Office hours - 7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
After hours: drop forms in the Psychology "Drop Box"
Scholarship Application Deadlines for Studying Abroad(PDF,)
Scholarship Application(PDF,)
Access CCIS scholarships information through theCCIS websitenew window
Adding Study Abroad to your course - a Professional Development opportunity
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Proposals are reviewed by a Study Abroad Committee, and an interview with the Study Abroad Coordinator will follow. Faculty with selected proposals will receive a fully paid program while abroad. It is essential to share your proposal with your supervisor, prior to submission, in order to avoid potential scheduling conflicts (email confirmation from a Department Chair and Dean is adequate).
TheStudy Abroad Faculty Proposal(PDF,)form needs to be completed and submitted toGregory Malveauxvia email.View a sample proposal(PDF,).
In addition, last year’s Study Abroad Survey, completed by MC students, faculty, staff and administrators, shows the venues in which the audience would most like to participate in or lead a study abroad activity.
However, do not feel limited to the venues noted in the survey with your own proposal; we appreciate multi-cultural, diverse educational opportunities that span the entire globe.
MCCIEC (Maryland Community College International Education Consortium): The Meaning of Citizenship in Turbulent Times
Jon Greg Malveaux, MC employees, and other community college members throughout the State at the MCCIEC 2020 Conference in Prague, the Czech Republic. The conference dates are January 5-11, 2020.See the flyer for more information(PDF,).