Short term faculty-led programs offer MCC classes taught abroad. Programs, courses, and cultural excursions may vary from year to year.
Programs are open to all students and community members!
Belgium/European Union
Broaden your political perspective of the European Union (EU) by exploring culture and communication at the local, national, and global level.
La Selva, Costa Rica
Look beyond our immediate arena and the often cloistered boundaries of the USA to understand how our nation's actions impact other nations and the globe.
England, Scotland, France
Immerse yourself in all aspects of British culture for a month with excursions to Paris, France and Edinburgh, Scotland.
Nice, France
Experience an authentic cultural, language and food immersion experience by living with a host family!
Athlone, Ireland
Spend a full month immersing yourself in the study of Irish culture and history.
Italy: Florence, Rome & Venice
Look for program in 2020!
Explore art history and photography in Italy--a global center for art, fashion, food and design!
Fukuoka, Japan
New for 2019!
Expand your horizon to the Far East! Explore the culture, business, and language of Japan!
Guanajuato, Mexico
Not offered in 2019
Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Mexico and live with a local host family while in Guanajuato!
Puerto Peñasco, Mexico
Experience the Sea of Cortez, one of the best intertidal expanses in the world and Arizona's closest beach!
Why Should Students Study Abroad?
Listen to International Education Week Message from Betsy DeVos, Secretary of Education
Study Abroad Impacts Employability Skills!
There is now even more evidence that study abroad has a beneficial impact on employability after graduation, according to a report by the Institute of International Education (IIE), with 11 out of 15 “21st century workplace skills” gained through an experience overseas.
Gaining an Employment Edge: The Impact of Study Abroad on 21st Century Skills & Career Prospects, released at the IIE Summit on Generation Study Abroad in Washington, DC found that studying abroad has an overall positive impact on the development of a wide range of job skills, expands career possibilities, and has a long-term impact on career progression and promotion. See the full article: http://bit.ly/2zbMYXd
Did you know that participating in a study abroad program can improve your marketability?
- See What Michelle Obama has to say about getting an edge when getting a job! Watch the video from Mrs. Obama's interview with Jareen Imam, CNN.
Did you know that studying or working abroad can make you smarter?
- Read this Time Magazine Online article for insight on current research!