Global Learning at VCU prepares students to thrive across cultures in an interconnected world through high-impact programs and experiences offered on campus, in the community, and abroad. Global Learning brings international and domestic students together through programs and advising in two key areas: education abroad and global student engagement. We help students build cultural agility, foster mutual understanding, and apply global knowledge in academic, personal, and professional contexts.
Why Global Learning?
Global Learning equips students with essential skills to communicate across cultures, engage meaningfully with real-world challenges, and contribute as informed global citizens prepared for today’s dynamic world.
Global Student Engagement
Students gain skills to communicate across cultures, engage meaningfully with real-world challenges, and contribute as global citizens prepared for today’s dynamic world.Get started
Study Abroad Programs
Whether you want to travel for a week, a month, or a full semester, there's a program that will fit your needs. Choose programs
VCU Globe
A global learning leadership program that helps connect students with various cultures, increases cultural agility and builds a global mindset and leadership skills. Learn more about VCU Globe
FUNDING
Study abroad is affordable! Did you know that federal financial aid, institutional scholarships and many other programs can fund your study abroad? Learn more about funding
What students are saying See what students say about their experiences studying abroad
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"Once you travel for the first time you'll want to keep traveling and exploring! Going on a study abroad trip will help you grow as a person and a student."
Madison Cirillo Faculty-led Program: Jamaica
"Studying abroad can be affordable and has valuable life experiences outside of just academics. I had a valuable professional experience while learning about the history of the nuclear industry in Germany and in Europe."
Dejah Lee Dresden, Germany
"Regardless if you're an introvert or extrovert, studying abroad will introduce you to so many cultures and people. You will see the world in brand new eyes and it is the most beautiful thing to experience."
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