Monmouth University encourages students to add an international dimension to their undergraduate education by offering opportunities to study abroad. Qualified students can participate in study abroad either through Monmouth University's Signature Semester or Summer Programs, or Monmouth Global Seminars (faculty-led). Study Abroad programs foster academic achievement and improve students’ global understanding.  

Studying abroad at any of Monmouth’s Signature programs or through other approved programs will satisfy the experiential education component of the general education requirements, provided that a minimum of six credits are successfully completed. All courses taken in our Signature Programs abroad are equated to Monmouth University courses and count toward the degree progression. 

Students wishing to study abroad must meet the following qualifications:

1. At least sophomore status.
2. A minimum GPA of 2.75.
3. Not on judicial probation.
4. Not on academic probation.

Students must meet these criteria at the time of application and immediately before studying abroad. Failure to do so will result in the student’s removal from the study abroad program.

Monmouth University's Signature Study Abroad Programs

To apply, go to the Monmouth Global Programs  Study Abroad  Portal Page or click on one of the programs below:

• Monmouth in the Gold Coast, Australia - with Bond University 
• Monmouth in Townsville, Australia - with James Cook University (Marine Biology Program)
• Monmouth in Florence, Italy - Lorenzo de' Medici Institute (summer and fall only) 
• Monmouth in London, England - University of Westminster & CIS-Abroad 
• Monmouth in Sorrento, Italy - The Sant'Anna Institute (summer and spring only)

Finances & Grades:

Tuition for the Monmouth study abroad programs is charged at the same rate as on-campus tuition. All merit awards and scholarships apply, except for athletic scholarships and tuition remission. Students attending the Monmouth programs will have all grades listed on their transcript and calculated into their grade point average (G.P.A.). Institutional credit will be granted for all earned grades.

Students considering this opportunity should consult with the Global Education Office located on the lower level of the Rebecca Stafford Student Center or email the Global Education Office with questions.

Non-Monmouth Study Abroad Programs

Students are also able to study through any program offered by an approved or accredited U.S. institution of higher education. Students who choose this option must meet the study abroad criteria specified on the Non-Monmouth Study Abroad Program website and follow the guidelines as provided on the “Study Abroad – non-Monmouth Program” form available from e-FORMS. The e-FORM will be electronically routed for approvals, with an e-mail confirmation when all approvals have been obtained.

 Students who plan to study abroad in a program other than one sponsored by Monmouth University cannot enroll through another school or consortium if that program is also offered through Monmouth University.

Faculty-Led Study Abroad Programs

Monmouth Global Seminars are short-term, faculty-led study abroad programs that give students the opportunity to take Monmouth courses while engaging directly with the people, places, and issues they are studying with their Monmouth faculty. These programs are intentionally designed to foster academic achievement and deepen students’ global understanding through carefully planned coursework, on-site learning, and guided cultural experiences.