Message from the President

The University of Minnesota supports students seeking international experiences. I encourage students to take advantage of the opportunities available to fit study abroad into their academic program. A quality study abroad experience is an integral part of a student's development.

Robert H. Bruininks, President, University of Minnesota

Study Abroad Major Advising Sheets

Study Abroad Major Advising Sheets are designed to motivate students to plan an academically appropriate study abroad experience. Learn more about options in your major:

• Architecture BA
• Architecture BDA
• Architecture BS
• Clothing Design
• Environmental Design
• Graphic Design
• Housing Studies
• Interior Design
• Retail Merchandising

CDes Study Abroad Blogs and Related Information

• College of Design Study Abroad Sponsored Programs
• Winter Break Global Seminar 2009-2010:  Ecuador-From Fabric to Fashion
• Design at Noon Speakers & Topics - School of Architecture
• Greece and Cyprus
• Design in Copenhagen 2009
• Travels in Typography 2009
• Travels in Typography 2008
• Campus Planning in Malawi 2008

Advising

It is highly recommended that you meet with your academic adviser. Discuss the best time to study abroad in your major, getting study abroad course work evaluated and study abroad scholarships.

Learning Abroad Center

The Learning Abroad Center is the University of Minnesota's comprehensive resource for study, service-learning, intern, volunteer, work, and travel experiences worldwide.

Student Profiles

Students from the College of Design are having great study abroad experiences. Check out their stories: 

• Architecture
• Graphic Design
• Interior Design