College of Science and Engineering (STEM)
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These pages are currently under revision, and may not have a complete list of programs. Please contact Hannah Nevitt to explore all program options.
The following programs offer significant coursework and field immersion opportunities for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math fields. This is meant to highlight a variety of programs by region; please note there are many more available beyond what is listed here and this is not a guaranteed list for credit transfer. Students will still need to meet with their departments to discuss fulfilling degree requirements.
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Advisor
Juliet Barnes
Office: ENVS 131
Advising Info
After you decide on a program and the courses you will take abroad, you must meet with a STEM Advisor to complete the EdAbroad Departmental Academic Advising Form. The form must be completed before you leave on your study abroad program.
Transcripts from your program abroad must be sent to the Education Abroad office for processing upon completion of your program.
Program Options
Study Abroad Provider
- Independent organizations that facilitate or administer study abroad programs for students
- Quarter, semester, academic year, calendar year, and summer
- Pay a program fee that includes tuition, housing, etc. (varies)
- More services provided
- Often includes excursions, onsite pickup, varied housing options
- Part time internships can be available for credit
Faculty-led Global Learning Program
- WWU faculty organize and lead academic programs abroad
- Quarter, summer, and academic breaks
- Earn WWU credits and learn from WWU faculty abroad while studying with other WWU students
- Pay tuition and fees at WWU in addition to a program fee for onsite costs
Western Exchange
- Bilateral agreements between WWU and universities abroad to exchange students
- Chance of placement is high
- Semester and year-long options
- Pay WWU in-state tuition and mandatory fees
- Room & board paid onsite
- Take courses with international students at universities abroad
- Eligibility requirements vary
- More independent and less services
ISEP Exchange
- ISEP stands for International Student Exchange Program
- Students can choose from over 135 universities in 36 different countries
- Students provide ISEP with a list of preferred sites. Chance of placement varies from site to site.
- Semester & year-long options only
- Pay WWU in-state tuition and mandatory fees
- Room & board paid to WWU
- Take courses with international students at universities abroad
- More independent and less services provided
Research, Fellowships & Grants
- Princeton in Asia Fellowship - Teaching and Service Field Placements in Asia Post Grad
While more than half of our Fellows are employed as English teachers at universities, colleges, and high schools, there are also specialized positions with organizations that contribute to the following global issues: education, environmental sustainability, public health, media, economic development, and peace, justice, and access to information.
- Chateaubriand Fellowship Program
- Dufrenoy Scholarship to Study Sciences in France (Post Graduation)
- AIFS Generation Study Abroad STEM Scholarship - Limerick Ireland
- USAC Scholarships
- ISEP Scholarships
- National Science Foundation Scholarships
- API Scholarships
- Multidisciplinary International Research Training (MIRT) Fellowship
Award amount: Summer full tuition, airfare, accommodations, etc.
- Fulbright Commission Summer Institutes
The US-UK Fulbright Commission Summer Institutes
Award amount: Full Tuition, Airfare, Accommodations
- Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship
Gilman Scholarship for Pell eligible students
Award amount: Grants averaging up to $3,000 for Summer, $5,000 for Semester/Quarter, $8,000 for Critical Language Study