Program in International and Comparative Studies (PICS)

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PICS is pleased to be involved in U-M's Year of Global Engagement The U-M Year of Global Engagement features events, programs, and opportunities aimed at inspiring the U-M community to explore avenues for international learning, both here on campus and around the globe.

International Studies Major and Minor Learn about the major and minor requirements.

PICS Funding PICS helps fund its students to study, research, and intern abroad.

Undergraduate Events with PICS PICS supports cohort building, career, and professional development events.

PICS Study Abroad Experiences PICS encourages all students to have a study abroad experience.

Courses with PICS View the updated interdisciplinary PICS course list each semester.

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Recent News

Seven PICS students receive Fulbright 2024-25 awards

These students join five others from U-M, plus ten U-M scholars, who received Fulbright awards in 2024-25.

Approved Fall 2025 PICS Course List Coming March 19

Visit the PICS Courses page on Wednesday, March 19 to review approved courses! Eligible students wishing to declare the International Studies major should fill out the International Studies Major Declaration Form.

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