Events & Outreach
Each semester, Study Abroad offers many ways to learn about study abroad across campus, including information sessions, open houses, and information fairs. Scroll down to see what we have coming up!
Study Abroad also sends both student and staff representatives to other organizations’ events to talk about opportunities for study abroad. If you’d like us to come to your event, email us at studyabroad@vanderbilt.edu. Please submit your request at least 7 days prior to your event. You can expect a response from us within 3 business days.
If you’d like to meet up with us during our regular office hours, or make an appointment with one of our advisors, check out our Advising page.
Study Abroad OverVUs
Student Life Center Suite 109
Every Monday, 4-5pm
- September 16-December 2 (except Thanksgiving week)
Every Friday, 12-1pm
- September 20-October 4
- October 18-November 22
Learn the basics of Vanderbilt study abroad and next steps on your global journey!
Study Abroad Advising Drop-In Office Hours
Mondays-Thursdays, 1-4pm CST, Student Life Center Suite 109
Come talk to your study abroad advisors!
Global Language Immersion While Abroad
Monday, October 21, 4-5pm CST, VCL Satellite @ Rothschild
Come learn how studying abroad can enhance your language proficiency and ask returning study abroad students about their own experience with language immersion abroad! Empanadas included! Bring your friends!
Study Abroad Mixer
Tuesday, October 22, 5-6:30pm CST, Kissam C210 MPR, Kissam Center
This event is for:
- Students who studied abroad and miss talking about it
- Students who have applied to study abroad and want to connect before going
- Students interested in studying abroad
All undergraduate students are welcome! Come find the region you are interested in and mix with study abroad alumni and other prospective students. Food provided!
Study Abroad Budgeting Workshop
Tuesday, November 12, 4-5pm CST, Student Life Center 109
Want to learn more about budgeting while abroad? Join us for our Budgeting Workshop, hosted by our Peer Adviser, Rayne! All undergraduate students are welcome!
SAVE THE DATE - Study Abroad Spring Fair!
January 28, 2025 Student Life Center Ballroom
Dive into the world of global opportunities at the Spring Study Abroad Fair!
Explore what approved study abroad programs Vanderbilt has to offer straight from our partner providers! Meet enthusiastic alumni who’ve lived the experience and hear their incredible stories.
Connect with advisors who will guide you through every step of your international journey. Plus, discover how you can get your passport on the spot—your ticket to new horizons!
Don’t miss this chance to make your dream of studying abroad a reality. Join us at the fair and start your journey to exploring the world!
Past Events
Engineering Info Sessions
Meet with Dean Vernon and Study Abroad Advisors to learn about how you can study abroad as an engineering student!
Info Session 1 – Thursday, Aug 22nd, 12:15PM - Zoom link
Info Session 2 – Tuesday, Aug 27th, 9:30AM – Zoom link
Info Session 3 – Wednesday, Sept 4th, 2:30PM – Zoom link
Info Session 4 – Tuesday, Sept 10th , 10:00AM – Zoom link
Study Abroad Fall Fair
September 3, 12-3pm CST, Student Life Center Ballroom
Are you interested in studying abroad? Visit the annual Study Abroad Fair hosted by Study Abroad to learn more about program options directly from study abroad organizations. You can hear from recent study abroad alumni, chat with study abroad advisors, and connect with campus partners! There’s even an opportunity to apply for a passport!
GO GLOBAL - Apply for a Passport!
September 3, 12-3pm CST, Student Life Center Ballroom
Email studyabroad@vanderbilt.edu for questions.
APPLY TO OUR PHOTO CONTEST!
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Study Abroad students as well as non-Study Abroad participants who completed other global immersion experiences during one of these terms are invited to submit photos: |
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Photo submissions are accepted on a rolling basis until the final deadline of August 9, 2024. Winners will receive a prize as well as see their photos displayed at the Study Abroad Fair and in the Board of Trust hallway. Student winners will have the option to claim their photo print at the end of the academic year! |
Study Abroad Mixer
Wednesday, April 17, 5:30-7pm CST, Alumni Hall 202 Memorial Hall
This event is for:
- Students who studied abroad and miss talking about it
- Students who have applied to study abroad and want to connect before going
- Students interested in studying abroad
All undergraduate students are welcome! You will hear from a student panel and then mix with study abroad alumni and other prospective students. Food provided!
VUSE Study Abroad Info Sessions:
- January 10, 9AM CST, Zoom link here
- January 25, 12:30PM CST, Zoom link here
- January 30, 2PM CST, Zoom link here
- February 13, 5PM CST, Zoom link here
Are you interested in studying abroad as an Engineering student? Yes, Vanderbilt engineering students DO study abroad. When and where will your learning adventure take you? Join the Vanderbilt School of Engineering and the study abroad team to learn more about the study abroad process, program options, and how to get started on your application!
IFSA LSE Summer Info Sessions:
- January 23, 4PM CST, Zoom link here
- January 30, 4PM CST, Zoom link here
Join the study abroad team to learn more about the IFSA London School of Economics (LSE) Summer program. We will discuss application process and tips, how to apply, program details and must knows, cost, and more! *To receive credit for course(s) taken at LSE over the summer, students must apply through Vanderbilt Study Abroad*
Budgeting Abroad Workshop
Wednesday, March 20, 4-5pm CST, Student Life Center Suite 103
Curious about how to manage finances abroad? Want to pick a study abroad destination that works within your budget? Join us for the Budgeting Abroad Workshop on March 20th from 4:00-5:00PM in the Student Life Center, Suite 103. Learn budgeting tips and tricks along with all the right questions to ask about finances when it comes to study abroad.
Passport Fair
Wednesday, January 24, 11am-1pm CST, Student Life Center Ballroom A
Apply for a passport at our Passport Fair in 2024! Bring the required documents and correct payment methods to make it a successful application. Reach out to geo@vanderbilt.edu for any questions!
Maymester & Funding Info Session
Tuesday, December 5, 11am CST, Zoom
Interested in learning more about the 2024 Maymester programs and funding opportunities? Join us for a virtual Maymester & GSF Info Session on Tuesday, December 5th from 11:00am-12:00PM.
The link to view the recorded session can be found here.
Budgeting Abroad Workshop
Tuesday, November 28, 4pm CST, Student Life Center Suite 109
Going abroad and have questions about budgeting? Join us for a study abroad budgeting workshop on Tuesday, November 28th from 4:00-5:00 PM in the EL&IV office lobby. We will discuss everything from traveling to grocery shopping and give you our best money-saving tips to prepare for your semester abroad!
Study Abroad Mixer
October 24, 5:30-7pm CST, Rand Lounge
Interested in studying abroad? Have you been accepted to a program and want to hear from alumni? Then join us for the Study Abroad Mixer in Rand Lounge (by 2301). All undergraduate students are welcome! You will hear from a student panel and then connect with study abroad alumni and other prospective students. Pizza will be provided!
France Visa Workshop
Wednesday, September 27, 1:00-3:00pm & Friday, September 29, 2:00-4:00pm
To additionally support students through this process, our office will hosting French Visa Drop-in Advising to answer any questions you may have about the French visa process for our Vanderbilt approved study abroad programs in France. We’ll be hosting these drop-in office hours on the following dates: Wednesday, September 27 - 1:00-3:00pm and Friday, September 29 - 2:00-4:00pm.
Study Abroad Fair
August 29, 12-3pm CST, Student Life Center Ballroom
Are you interested in studying abroad? Visit the annual Study Abroad Fair hosted by the Office of Experiential Learning and Immersion Vanderbilt to learn more about program options directly from study abroad organizations. You can hear from recent study abroad alumni, chat with study abroad advisors, and connect with campus partners! There’s even an opportunity to apply for a passport!
Study Abroad Group Advising Sessions
Come to a group advising session to learn more about some of our competitive programs! Hear from a study abroad advisor about the application process, housing, visa information, and more, and bring your own questions, too! Register via Zoom below for the sessions of your choice:
- 12pm, August 9, DIS in Scandinavia | Watch Recording
- 4pm, August 16, CIEE Open Campus | Register Here
- 3pm, August 17, IFSA Australia Programs | Register Here
- 1pm, August 21, CIEE Barcelona Programs | Register Here
- 4pm, August 23, American University of Paris | Register Here
- 4pm, August 24, CIEE University College London | Watch Recording
- 12pm, August 25, CIEE Open Campus | Register Here
- 4pm, August 25, CIEE Madrid & SLU-Madrid | Watch Recording
- 4pm, August 30, CET Florence | Register Here
VUSE Study Abroad Info Sessions
Are you interested in studying abroad as an Engineering student? Yes, Vanderbilt engineering students DO study abroad. When and where will your learning adventure take you? Join the Vanderbilt School of Engineering and Office of Experiential Learning and Immersion Vanderbilt to learn more about program options, and how to get started on your application!