Study Abroad for Global Health Majors

There are many semester, summer, and short-term study abroad programs with coursework that meets requirements in the major. For most students this means taking global health depth courses abroad. Many students select field experiences programs as a study abroad option, but other study abroad programs can also be great options. Students interested in studying abroad are encouraged to meet with their advisor and explore global health programs of interest. We encourage planning 6-9 months in advance to ensure that you find the right program and do not miss any application deadlines.

Funding Study Abroad

Both CALS Study Abroad and International Academic Programs (IAP) award a large number of scholarships to help offset the cost of study abroad, and we encourage all students to apply for these study abroad scholarships. It is also important to note that most study abroad programs are eligible for financial aid, and for some programs the costs are comparable to being a student here in Madison.

Local & International Field Experiences for Majors

Field Experiences are a hallmark of the Global Health programs at UW-Madison and a unique opportunity for students to explore global health issues outside the classroom, engage with community partners, and learn from experts and practitioners in the field. Field Experiences can take several forms – from signature study abroad programs to local courses, programs and internships in Madison. Field Experiences are not required for students in the major, but are encouraged and up to 3 credits may be counted towards depth course requirements. Students in the major can only count approved field experiences as depth courses, and are not permitted to propose independent field experience exceptions. We encourage planning 6-9 months in advance to ensure that you find the right program and do not miss any application deadlines.