How do I get started?
Define your goals and decide why you want to study abroad; examine your educational choices and choose where you want to study; decide how to finance the trip (your Pell grants apply to overseas study); work with your faculty advisor to determine what credits will transfer back for your degree, and think about other logistical considerations. For help in getting started, contact:
Marie Boisvert , Director of International Programs
(817) 531-4934 or mboisvert@txwes.edu
Faculty Lead Programs 2010
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Counseling Study Abroad in Argentina **This program is full** |
| Argentina: Buenos Aires | |
| Dates: | Spring Semester classes (January 15 - April 30) with travel dates of March 10 - 22 |
COU 6399-70 |
Special Topics: Multicultural and systemic approach in treating sexual issues. Prof. Edita Ruzgyte |
COU 6399-71 (3 credits) |
Special Topics: Multicultural approach towards treating families with children and adolescent. Prof. Edita Ruzgyte |
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| Ireland: Various locations | |
| Dates: | Spring Semester classes (January 14 -March 11) with travel dates of March 10 - March 21. |
REL/HIS 4367-70 (3 credits) |
A Religious History of Ireland. Prof. Jesse Sowell |
HUM 2399-70 (3 credits) |
Special Topics: The Celtic Contribution to Civilization, Culture, and Values. Prof. Jesse Sowell |
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Wesleyan Singers/ Chamber Singers: Festival du Printemps Concert Tour 2010 |
| Canada: Quebec (Montreal, Trois Rivers, Quebec City) | |
| Dates: | Spring semester courses with Travel Dates: May 17 - 24, 2010 |
MUS 4102 (1 credit) |
Music Enrichment and Travel.
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IST 3299 (2 credits) |
Special Topics: History of Quebec Prof. Steven Daniell |
| Summer Session Programs | |
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| England: London | |
| Dates: | Summer semester courses with Travel Dates: June 19 - July 2, 2010 |
COU 6308 (3 credits) |
Advanced Counseling and Crisis Skills. |
COU 6304 (3 credits) |
Multicultural/Cross-Cultural Counseling Prof. Linda Metcalf |
| COU 6399 (3 credits) |
Special Topics- (Postmodern Therapy Techniques) Prof. Linda Metcalf |
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Religion, Culture, and Education: |
| India: New Delhi, Hardiwar, Agra, Varanasi | |
| Dates: | Each set of classes will travel together while in India July 1 - 14, but the on-campus meetings of the classes at Texas Wesleyan will differ for each set of classes (see program site for details). |
| U.G. courses offered: | REL 1321.71 , REL 3321.7, REL 4342.71 Prof. Mark Hanshaw |
| M.Ed. courses offered: | RDG 6325.71, EDU 6399.71 Prof. Carlos Martinez |
| Ed.D. courses offered: | EDU 7609.71 Prof. Twyla Miranda |
Other Study Abroad Opportunities
Texas Wesleyan University does not have exchange university agreements at this time; however, students may participate in study abroad experiences sponsored by organizations affiliated with or recommended by Texas Wesleyan. Some affiliated organizations offering programs in different countries are:
Council on International Educational Exchange CIEE
Centers for Academic Programs Abroad CAPA
Cultural Experiences Abroad CEA
International Studies Abroad ISA, and
Institute for the International Education of Students IES
Also, unique study programs are offered by SIT Study Abroad.
These organizations take care of your study plans and needs. A fixed fee is paid to the organization.
Scholarships for International Study
Check with the Texas Wesleyan University Financial Aid office to see which scholarships and loans will apply to study abroad.
Gilman Scholarship
The primary goal of the Gilman Scholarship is to serve students traditionally underrepresented in US Study Abroad. A key eligibility requirement is that the applicant must be receiving a Pell Grant at the time of application. Applications are due December 15 and April 15 for the following semester.
See website for more details: www.iie.org/gilman/
Freeman-Asia Scholarship
The primary goal of the Freeman-Asia Scholarship is to serve students wanting to study in Asia. A key eligibility requirement is that the applicant must not have spent more than 4 weeks in the proposed country of study within the last 5 years. See website for more details: http://www.iie.org/freeman-asia
NSEP/David L. Boren Undergraduate Scholarship
The primary goal of the NSEP Scholarship is to serve students who want to learn a language in a meaningful context and to study in countries whose languages are less commonly taught at U.S. institutions and countries in areas of the world that are critical to the future security of our nation.
See website for more details: http://www.iie.org/nsep
Marshall Scholarship
The primary goal of the Marshall Scholarship is to serve students wanting to pursue a degree or third year at a university in the UK. See website for more details:www.marshallscholarship.org
Other Scholarships
Search for other scholarships at: http://www.iefa.org
Resources for Living in the World
Travel Advisory
Most travel to international destinations is safe and without incident; however, travel to certain destinations may involve greater risk than others. Therefore, it is recommended that you review travel prohibitions, warnings, announcements, and advisories issued by the United States Government before booking travel to international destinations. Information on conditions in various countries and the level of risk associated with travel to particular international destinations can be found under Agencies in Resources for Living in the World. The International Programs office recommends that you do not make international travel plans without first checking with our office. It is recommended that you only travel outside the United States if you have all documents in order and have checked out the country of destination as Texas Wesleyan University is not liable for damages, losses, or incidents that may result from international travel.
