Partner Network:

Students...

• Can choose from 52 universities in 25 countries
• Must complete UM education abroad application and host university application
• Participates in mandatory, one-credit Pre-Departure Orientation
• Works closely with UM Education Abroad staff for program preparation and completion before, during and after education abroad experience

Main benefits:

• One application fee
• More flexible housing arrangements
• Simple and highly-affordable international insurance coverage enrollment
• Students compete only against other UM applicants

ISEP Network:

Student...

• Can choose from 140 universities in 50 countries
• Must complete UM education abroad application, ISEP application, and host institution requirements
• Participates in mandatory, one-credit Pre-Departure Orientation
• Works closely with UM Education Abroad staff and ISEP Central Office for program preparation and completion before, during and after education abroad experience

Main benefits:

• Guaranteed housing through exchange option
• Flexible housing arrangements through direct option
• Students can go to a location not offered through partner network
• Returnee alumni network and student ambassador programs

Faculty-Directed Programs:

Student...

• Will fully immerse into one location, language, culture, or learning content
• Must complete UM education abroad application and any faculty leader requirements
• Participates in single-day, mandatory Pre-Departure Orientation workshop
• Works closely with UM Education Abroad staff and faculty director for program preparation and completion before, during and after education abroad experience

Main benefits:

• One application fee
• Short-term programs for students who cannot be away for a semester or full-year
• Great ways to start out or spend summer or winter sessions
• Great for group-oriented individuals who prefer to travel with others
• Pre-designed agenda and pre-organized group outings

Exchange programs are ideal for:

• In-state tuition students
• Out-of-state students on WUE, tuition waivers, UM-specific scholarships
• Students who would be happy at multiple universities or geographical locations and are okay if they might not be placed at top-choice university

Direct programs are ideal for:

• Out-of-state students without tuition waivers or UM-specific scholarships
• Students who wish to only be placed at their top-choice university or geographical location