Study Abroad

If you want to expose yourself to new cultures, new people, and new experiences, consider studying abroad. As a Business School student, you have the opportunity to study abroad through a GWSB specific program, one of GW's study abroad centers or an affiliated programs. All programs may be accessed at www.studyabroad.gwu.edu.

GWSB Signature Abroad Programs

GW Paris Business Studies Program
GW/Kent State European Business
International Business in Argentina

Short Term Study Abroad

GW offers students the opportunity to enroll in summer and semester courses with overseas components. These courses are led by GW faculty and spend anywhere from one week to one month abroad. A majority of the courses hold class sessions on-campus or online before and after going abroad. Participation in these programs is open to both GW and non-GW students.

What You Must Know

Your first step is to do the research by visiting the Office for Study Abroad at 812 20th Street. GWSB students will work with both the Office for Study Abroad and either Study Abroad Advisor in the Advising Center to find an appropriate program. Typically, GWSB students go abroad Fall or Spring of their junior year.

Study Abroad Policies

• You must research the program(s) in which you may be interested. After discussion with a GWSB Study Abroad advisor, we can help you narrow down a program that meets degree requirements and matches your interests.
• The last 30 hours of your degree must be completed at GW (27 of which must be Business and/or Accountancy courses).
• BADM 197 may be taken ONLY at GW.
• It is recommended that no more than 9 hours of business classes be taken away from GW per semester.
• A maximum of two courses from your field of concentration may be taken away from GW.
• You must earn a “C” or better in each class in order for credit to transfer back to GW.
• Credit for internships or independent studies will not be accepted into the BBA or BACCY program.
• You must adhere to all policies set forth by the Office for Study Abroad.

Before you go abroad, the following must be completed:

• Your Field of Concentration(s) must be declared.
• You will be advised for your semester of return to GW.
• A petition to break residency if returning to less than 30 credit hours (in special circumstances).
• A petition to use extra credit from 4 or 5 credit classes to fulfill a non-business elective.
• You will meet with a GWSB Study Abroad Advisor.
• Please review the Frequently Asked Questions.