Partner Universities

• Description: Choose from over 50 universities that have exchange or study abroad agreements with UM.

• Eligibility: At least a Sophomore status and 2.8 GPA (3.0 for some sites)

• Language Considerations: Students wishing to study in a language other than English have options ranging from no prior language skills to advanced language proficiency, varying by the institution’s program. Many sites offer intermediate language sessions either prior to or during the term for an additional fee.    

• Credit Transfer:Credits for all courses passed on a Partner University program are guaranteed to transfer back to UM. Find out more details about how those credits will transfer.

• Full Time Course Load: Find out what a full time course load would be at the host universities using their credit system.

• Program Length: Semester, Academic Year, Summer (select universities only)

• Deadlines:  visit our deadlines page to find out when you have to submit your application. 

• Program Types & Costs: Check each institution to find out what program type it offers.

Partner University Exchange: Students pay their regular UM tuition while paying for their room & board to the institution abroad in most cases. Most UM student loans and scholarships, except work study and the Cal Murphy Scholarship can be applied to this program type. Check out our Scholarships info to help you research additional sources of funding.

Partner University Study Abroad: Students pay the tuition, room, & board costs of the institution abroad to them directly, rather than UM. Most student loans and some scholarships can be applied to this program type. Work study, tuition waivers, LAS Awards, Cal Murphy Scholarships, and WUE waivers cannot be applied to this program type. Consult the Financial Aid Office, Enrollment Services, and/or the awarding department of the scholarship for more details. Check out our Scholarships info to help you research additional sources of funding.