Ready to take your education beyond the classroom? Grand Rapids Community College is offering Summer 2026 Study Away opportunities that allow you to earn college credit while immersing yourself in new cultures and gaining real-world experience.
These group-travel experiences, led by GRCC faculty, are designed to help you develop essential travel skills, understand cultural practices and connect your travel experiences to course outcomes. This immersive approach not only deepens your academic knowledge but also broadens your global perspective.
Summer 2026 Destinations
- Barbados (English) - No longer accepting applications, this trip has been cancelled.
- Japan (Culinary) - No longer accepting applications, this trip is at capacity.
- Morocco (Humanities)
- Portugal/Spain (English)
*Summer 2027 destinations will be announced May 2026.
Application Process
Applications for the Summer 2027 will go "live" on Aug. 1.
Students wanting additional details on how to participate on a study away experience, they must schedule and attend a brief virtual Information Session designed to orient you to your desired travel experience. Upon successful completion of the Information Session, an application will be emailed to you. Once accepted, students will make multiple payments spread over several months, secure a passport, purchase any suggested travel gear, and physically prepare yourself for the physical nature of the travel experience. Students are required to be responsible for checking and responding to emails so they do not miss any important information.
Students are encouraged to meet with a Financial Aid representative in the Financial Aid and Scholarships Office to learn how to use financial aid and scholarships to help pay for study away.
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