University of Nebraska Kearney

Study Abroad

Students at the University of Nebraska-Kearney, can participate in an international experience in almost any country. Programs range in length from several weeks to a full year. Regardless of the field you choose to study, a program is available for you and class credit will transfer to the UNK curriculum if you plan carefully with your academic advisor prior to departure. The Study Abroad Office is ready to help you choose a program that is right for you.  

Please take a moment to visit the Career Services webpage for information on living and studying abroad.  There you will find The Big Guide to Living and Working Overseas, online guide that you can register to use.  The subscription has been made available through the support of multiple UNK departments/colleges and we encourage you to browse through it as you prepare to travel.

 

Steps to Take to Study or Intern Abroad

1. Make an appointment with Ann Marie Park, Study Abroad Advisor (parkam@unk.edu) to discuss opportunities that fit your criteria for a study abroad program.

2. Consult with Mary Ann Lawson, Internship Director (lawsonm@unk.edu) to determine where you'd like to intern

3. Select a program by talking with the study abroad advisor and conducting research on the web

4. Complete a UNK Application (available in the Study Abroad Office)

5. Complete a Host Institution Application from (when necessary)

6. Submit all applications and associated material by individual program deadline

7. Seek out financial assisance program such as the BIE Grant, available through the Center for Rural Research and Development

8. Obtain a Passport

9. Apply for Visa at the nearest host country consulate

• For more information go to the Study Abroad Page.
  

• For a review of Study Abroad Opportunities.

• Funding available for your trip

Student Loans
Pepsi Funds
Personal Funds

Phi Kappa Phi Scholarships
Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship
National Security Education Program (NSEP)
Bavid L. Boren Undergraduate Scholarships
Barry M. Goldwater Scholarships
Rotary Foundation Ambassadorial Scholarships
Gulbright Grants
The Paul and Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans
Marshall Scholarship
DADD
FastWeb

Financial Assistance - Center for Rural Research and Development