Study Abroad

What is Study Abroad?

Study abroad is the term given to a program that allows a student to attend classes, intern, or participate in service to the community while living in a foreign country, or participating in a virtual platform. Our programs maintain the ethic of “open access to education” that is at the center of everything we do at MWCC.  Every study abroad program at MWCC is open to all members of the community in good academic and disciplinary standing and at least 18 years of age.

Students who study abroad have the opportunity to experience a new culture, enhance their language skills, and gain a broader understanding of our world, all while satisfying requirements for graduation, in any major. Studying abroad is an excellent chance to expand career opportunities and grow a professional network.

Study Abroad Opportunities

Study Abroad Opportunities for 2027-2028

Where? England
Who? Any MWCC students with a valid passport at the time of travel, who is 18 years of age or older, and who is in good standing with the college
When? One-week travel opportunity in May 2027 & May 2028
How to Qualify for a Scholarship? Take and pass HUM 283 England Through the Mist: Perennial Riddles and English Thought, offered fall 2026 and fall 2027
Course Description: This class begins with the ancient Britons and the struggle between light and darkness. This conflict encompasses both the literal changes of the seasons, and the metaphor for the battle between good and evil. We will then trace how this theme evolves over time, examining how ideas about nature, morality, and justice have shaped English thinking. The history behind landmarks like the Tower of London, stories of notorious figures like Jack the Ripper, and darker moments in English history such as the witchcraft trials will be examined. Additionally, it will be explained how the formation of Scotland Yard and the moral theories developed at Oxford shed light on these dark events and provide us with hope for a better world. By examining these subjects through the lenses of philosophy, criminal justice, criminology, and moral psychology, we will uncover how fear of the unknown, the search for truth, and the pursuit of justice have been woven into English culture and history.

Study abroad at Mount Wachusett Community College affords our students many opportunities to satisfy requirements for graduation and develop skills needed to be successful in the modern workforce. Students can participate in short or long term programs, and in many cases use financial aid.

Did you know less than 10% of American college students study abroad? Study abroad can help you:

  • Satisfy requirements for graduation
  • Fulfill career development objectives when you improve your intercultural competence skills
  • Advance your network on a global scale as you make contacts in another country
  • Gain independence, self-confidence, and self-reliance
  • Develop and refine your brand with an international component
  • Increase your sensitivity to cultural differences
  • Explore a new language
  • Make lifelong friends

We would like to thank the MWCC students who narrated these videos for their time and efforts to provide the MWCC community with these digital solutions. You will want to begin with the "Introduction to Study Abroad"  video which will answer many of your questions related to who, what, why, and where. Then you can watch the "Study Abroad Process" video, followed by "Costs and Funding your Study Abroad Program." At any time you can watch the video on "Study Abroad Scholarships," but keep in mind there are many scholarships available that we haven't mentioned. At any time, you are welcome to contact us and we can answer your questions in person. We hope you enjoy the videos and look forward to assisting you further.

Study abroad at MWCC provides the community with the opportunity to practice the shared value of responsible risk-taking. That means we develop our programs with the health & safety of the community in mind. We are constantly evaluating our processes and procedures to provide a strong foundation for student success, whether it is on our local campus or in a foreign country, utilizing industry best management practices.

To mitigate the risk inherent with international travel, what does MWCC do? We choose to offer programs in countries that are deemed “safe” for travel by the US Department of State. We collaborate with international education organizations that are leaders in the field, offering professional services and a customer service ethic. We ensure that all participants have adequate insurance while participating in any study abroad program. Lastly, we communicate clearly and transparently with our students so they have the information necessary to make informed decisions about the academic, professional and personal choices they make when they participate in a study abroad program.

How to Travel

Students Enrolled in the HUM283 Course

Students who are currently enrolled in HUM 283 are eligible to apply for a scholarship, which will cover most of the cost of travel: airfare, lodging, airport transport, admission to museums and other events/activities, some meals, and more. To qualify for a scholarship, MWCC students must meet the following criteria:

  • Have completed 12 college credits or more by the time of the trip.
  • Be in good standing with the college.
  • Current enrollment in HUM 283 and in good standing in the course.

Scholarship application will be posted on iConnect.

Students who take HUM283 but are not selected for a scholarship may still travel to Paris by paying out of pocket or by using any financial aid they may have. Any student who wants to travel must have completed 12 college credits and be in good academic standing.

Students not enrolled in the HUM283 Course

Students not taking HUM 283 who are in good academic standing and have completed 12 college credits at the time of the trip can pay out of pocket or use any financial aid they may have.

Complete the form below to indicate your interest in study abroad. 

Staff and Faculty Travelers

Any member of the MWCC community can pay their own way to travel.

Complete the form below to indicate your interest in study abroad. 

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For More Information Contact:

Study Abroad Office at studyabroad@mwcc.mass.edu