College of Engineering Study Abroad Programs

The International Programs in Engineering (IPE) office sponsors full-year, semester and summer study abroad programs. English language programs are available in Asia, Australia, Europe, Latin America and the Middle East. Foreign language immersion programs are available for students with the requisite skills.

IPE staff members advise students about program options and provide assistance with applications and credit evaluation. Both undergraduate and graduate students in good academic standing are eligible to participate in College of Engineering study abroad programs.  Additional requirements may apply; please see IPE website for program-specific admission guidelines.

The IPE office also provides resources for locating funding and maintains a searchable scholarship database. Most forms of student financial aid can be applied to College of Engineering study abroad programs .

Non-College of Engineering Study Abroad Programs

The LS&A Office of International Programs (OIP) offers study abroad programs that are open to College of Engineering students. Students considering an OIP study abroad program must consult the International Programs in Engineering office to determine applicability of credit to engineering degree requirements. For CoE students, grades from OIP programs will not be calculated into the cumulative GPA.

If students decide to pursue a study abroad program that is not sponsored by a UM office, transfer credit will only be awarded if the program sponsor is a fully accredited institution of higher learning and an official transcript is furnished by that institution. Those who contemplate non-UM study abroad should consult the Office of Recruitment and Admissions prior to enrollment if transfer credit is desired.

Course Listings

ENGR 301. Engineering Undergraduate Study Abroad
Prerequisite: Student must have 4-5 semesters of foreign language for immersion programs and meet any other prerequisites designated by the host university. I, II, III, IIIa, IIIb (1-16 credits)
Undergraduate students planning to study abroad for fall, winter, spring, summer or spring/summer on College of Engineering approved Study Abroad programs should register under Engineering Division (258), course #301. Separate course sections will be listed for each study abroad destination.

ENGR 350. International Laboratory Experience for Engineers
Prerequisite: Engr 100, P.I. (3 credits)
This course provides practical laboratory experience at a partner institution abroad. Students work on small project teams with local students to design and conduct experiments, analyze results and present reports to faculty and industry representatives. Students gain international perspectives on the engineering field and develop intercultural communication and problem-solving skills.

ENGR 391. Directed Overseas Study
Prerequisite: Foreign language skills as necessary; sophomore standing. I, II, III, IIIa, IIIb (1-3 credits)
Directed overseas study in an industrial placement that is overseen by a faculty member at a host institution in conjunction with academic courses taken as part of a study abroad program.

ENGR 591. Engineering Graduate Study Abroad
Prerequisite: Student must have 4-5 semesters of foreign language for immersion programs and meet any other prerequisites designated by the host university. I, II, III, IIIa, IIIb (1-16 credits)
Graduate students planning to study abroad for fall, winter, spring, summer or spring/summer on College of Engineering approved Study Abroad programs should register under Engineering Division (258), course #591. Separate course sections will be listed for each study abroad destination.