WheaGo Global: First-semester study abroad program

WHEAGO GLOBAL

First-semester study abroad program

START WHEATON WITH A GLOBAL ADVENTURE

The WheaGo Global firstsemester study abroad program kick-starts your Wheaton career in one of the world’s greatest cities. Immerse yourself in another culture through tailored courses and experiences that enhance your academic interests.

Choose one of five unique and exciting options: art, design and fashion in Paris, France; international business and management in Sydney, Australia; communications and international relations in Barcelona, Spain; culture, sustainability and the sciences in Lugano, Switzerland; or liberal arts and sciences in Athens, Greece.

WheaGo Global courses are taught in English (except language studies) and count fully toward your degree, keeping you on track for graduation. Start your undergraduate journey abroad and return to Wheaton with a global perspective and competitive edge.

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You’ll develop life and career skills like adaptability and cross-cultural communication, improve your language abilities, and build an international network of friends and professional contacts.

Plus, experience the local history, culture, food and traditions.

WheaGo Global features an online seminar led by a Wheaton instructor fostering connections with fellow WheaGo Global students in your host country and across the world.

Enhanced learning Join Wheaton’s Global Honors program to deepen your exploration of diverse cultures abroad and on campus. You may also complement any major with a Global Literary Studies minor.

PARIS, FRANCE Paris College of Art

Art, fashion and design Paris is renowned as the world’s capital of art and fashion. It’s the perfect setting to immerse yourself in global culture.

Wheaton partners with one of the city’s most well-known institutions for arts education, Paris College of Art, which offers a mix of traditional coursework and experiential learning opportunities in the heart of Paris.

More than 40 countries are represented at the Paris College of Art, bringing great diversity to academic and campus life.

In addition to art, fashion and design courses, students will take a course in French. The course work also makes extensive use of the rich resources of the city.

Wheaton students live independently in studio apartments in a building managed by the college, offering unparalleled opportunities for experiencing the city through full cultural immersion.

The program also includes a number of managed excursions to sample the riches of the city, from walking tours and cooking classes to concerts, theater and sporting events.

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA International College of Management Sydney

Business, management and hospitality Sydney means business.

Australia’s largest city ranks as one of the world’s top economic power centers, linking global business in North America, Europe and Oceania.

In this beautiful and bustling city, Wheaton students study at the International College of Management Sydney (ICMS), a renowned business school situated in this global financial hub.

ICMS draws students from around the globe on the strength of its teaching and learning philosophy, which (like Wheaton) melds classroom study with experiential learning and a highly flexible curriculum.

ICMS faculty have extensive industry experience, high-level qualifications and a passion for teaching.

Wheaton students live and learn at the college’s Northern Beaches Campus, which combines the casual and fun atmosphere of Manly Beach with a focus on immersive learning that extends to the college’s business attire dress code.

Students will enjoy easy ferry access to the city’s central financial district, the iconic Sydney Opera House and more.

BARCELONA, SPAIN Blanquerna-Universitat Ramon Llull

Communications and international relations Dig into mass media, digital communication and international relations while living in one of Europe’s major cultural and economic centers.

The vibrant city of Barcelona, a port city that serves as a regional hub on the Mediterranean, provides an excellent setting for studying the intersection of international affairs, media and cuttingedge communication.

Wheaton students study at BlanquernaUniversitat Ramon Llull, the city’s first and oldest private university. The communication and international relations school is located in one of Barcelona’s most exciting neighborhoods, El Raval, which combines cultural treasures with a bustling street scene and multicultural neighborhoods situated along the waterfront.

In addition to studying and being fully engaged in the Blanquerna campus, WheaGo Global participants will take a Spanish or Catalan language course and will be immersed in Barcelona’s Catalan culture.

LUGANO, picture-postcard scenery SWITZERLAND The of Switzerland’s countryside, Culture, sustainability and the sciences

Franklin University

punctuated with denselypopulated cities and modern infrastructure, offers an excellent setting for studying culture, sustainability and the sciences.

Wheaton students tackle these topics—along with a French, Italian or German language course—at Franklin University in Lugano, Switzerland, which is located in the heart of Europe.

A leader in international education, Franklin University was among Europe’s first liberal arts institutions. Today, its campus draws students from around the world for its distinctive mix of interdisciplinary, experiential and personal learning, a philosophy that matches Wheaton’s curriculum and educational mission.

Wheaton students live on the Franklin campus, which overlooks Lake Lugano and is backed by the Brè and San Salvatore mountains. From there, it’s a short walk (or quick ride on public transit) to Lugano’s central district, which is a hub of the country’s Italian-speaking Ticino region and its rich mix of SwissMediterranean cultures.

ATHENS, GREECE The American College of Greece

Liberal arts and sciences Plato and the ancient Greeks believed that democracy depended upon citizens who cultivated a wellrounded education. That tradition informs the diverse curriculum and global perspective that Wheaton students encounter while studying at the American College of Greece.

Wheaton students join peers from more than 70 countries in a program that offers courses in a wide range of disciplines.

The program empowers students to consider complex issues across disciplines and cultures, essential skills for today’s workforce

The program leverages Athen’s abundant resources, integrating the city’s history and culture into students’ learning.

Wheaton students live with other ACG students in furnished apartments owned by ACG in the quiet neighborhood of Agia Paraskevi. The program also includes exciting excursions—from guided tours of historical sites and museums, to Greek cooking classes, concerts and local festivals.

DETAILS About WheaGo Global Wheaton’s first-semester abroad programs are offered in partnership with the international universities at which students study, and managed by the Center for Global Education. Wheaton has decades of experience overseeing study abroad programs on its own and through its network of partner institutions.

WheaGo Global students choose from a selected list of courses that count toward Wheaton’s graduation requirements. In each location, Wheaton students enjoy full access to the institutions’ resources and facilities—from library and computing labs to sports and social organizations and activities.

Before you go The WheaGo Global program begins on the Wheaton campus with an orientation program that prepares students for success during their time abroad. The orientation covers practical matters as well as aspects of cross-cultural living and learning, giving participants the tools they need to make the most of their time abroad. In addition, the session provides students the opportunity to form connections with classmates heading to the same program as well as those who will study in other locations.

Cost of attendance In general, students who participate in the WheaGo Global program will pay tuition and housing to Wheaton. Students will not be charged for board (meals), as they will most often cook for themselves. The college’s institutional financial aid and grants apply to these programs as though the student were on campus. Other costs such as airfare, visas, food and living expenses are also the responsibility of the student.

Application and eligibility This is an opportunity for ambitious, adventurous and mature students who possess a strong interest in global study. WheaGo Global is designed for students who have some travel experience, a demonstrated ability to learn independently, and are comfortable navigating unfamiliar situations. In addition, students should have a strong interest in the special academic focus of the program in which they would like to enroll.

To meet the program’s visa requirements, students must be at least 18 years of age by mid-May to participate. Upon admission to the college, interested students will be offered the opportunity to apply to WheaGo Global.

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