Explore & Apply

Want to learn more about international opportunities around the world, scholarships and other financial aid resources, the CGIS application process, and more? If so, our First Steps with CGIS video is perfect for you! If you would like to have a Peer Advisor present First Steps with CGIS to you, please check their drop in availability or send us an email at CGIS@umich.edu.

Attending a First Step session is not a required component of the CGIS application process.

To help you find the best program for you, we have sorted our programs by region, major/minor recommendations, term, program type, and more. Use the buttons below to explore programs!

Search, save, and apply for international programs on M-Compass: Each program on our page links to a corresponding M-Compass brochure, where you can find program-specific details about housing, academics, cost, available financial aid & scholarships, deadlines, and more. 

Please note: All types of international opportunities are available through M-Compass. CGIS programs have our acronym "CGIS" in the program title. 

Tip: We suggest considering your personal, academic, and professional goals and let those guide you in your search. Whether you hope to improve language skills, meet academic requirements, develop professional skills, or just step outside your comfort zone, each CGIS global opportunity offers unique benefits. Identifying objectives and expectations before beginning the search for a study abroad program or international internship will help you select the most suitable intercultural experiences.

After exploring the variety of CGIS international opportunities available, you are welcome to meet with our team for help assessing your goals, identifying the right programs/internships for you, and assistance through the application process. Use the CGIS Advising button below to discover what questions to ask and who to meet with.

After meeting with a CGIS advisor, you should also discuss with your academic advisors how study abroad courses and/or international internship seminars can help fulfill degree requirements. 

Looking to fulfill a distribution credit? Review our Fulfilling Specific Requirements Abroad Guide for more information.

Applications for CGIS study abroad programs and international internships are available on M-Compass.

After creating a profile, you will use M-Compass to submit application requirements and complete other pre-departure materials. The deadlines for most programs are:

Deadlines vary by program and are subject to change. Visit M-Compass for specific deadlines.

Tip: Most LSA students should apply for the LSA Study Abroad Scholarship or the LSA International Internship Scholarship at the same time they apply for a CGIS program. Visit our Funding page for more information!