Western Washington University Study Abroad
Imagine where your studies will take you!
Western Washington has partnered with CIEE: Council on International Educational Exchange, to offer the following provider programs during the academic year.
The programs below are available to Western Washington University students for:
- Fall quarter
- Winter quarter (Open Campus programs only)
- Winter-spring quarters (spring semester)
- Spring quarter (Open Campus programs only)
- Full academic year
Western Washington financial aid may be used to participate in these programs.
| Term | Program Combinations | When | Duration | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winter Quarter | Open Campus Spring Blocks I & II | January 2 to March 25 | 12 weeks | 12-14 semester / 18-21 quarter |
| Spring Semester | Open Campus Spring blocks 1-3 *Spans BOTH winter and spring quarters* CIEE Traditional “Spring Semester” programs | January 2 to June 24 | 18 weeks | 12-18 semester / 18-27 quarter |
| Spring Quarter | Open Campus Spring Block III & Summer Block I | March 27 to June 24 | 10-12 weeks | 9-11 semester / 13-16 quarter |
| Late Spring Quarter | Open Campus Summer I and Summer II Summer 1 + 8 Week Summer Internship combination 8-Week Summer Internship (May 15 starts) + Summer III | May 15 to August 5 May 15 to August 5 May 15 to August 5 | 12 weeks 12 weeks 12 weeks | 6-7 semester / 9-10 quarter 9-10 semester / 13-15 quarter 9-10 semester / 13-15 quarter |
| Summer 2 | Summer Sessions II (4-week summer programs) | June 12 to July 10 | 4 weeks | 3-4 semester / 4-6 quarter |
| Summer 3 | Summer sessions III (4-week summer programs) | July 10 to August 5 | 4 weeks | 3-4 semester / 4-6 quarter |
| Summer 2+3 Combo | Summer Block II & III | June 12 – August 5 | 8 weeks | 6-8 semester / 9 -12 quarter |
| Summer Internship | 8-week Summer Internship (June 12 start dates) | June 12 – August 5 | 8 weeks | 6 semester / 9 quarter |
| Summer Quarter | Summer Block III & Open Campus Fall Block I Summer 8-week Internship + Fall Block 1 | July 10 to September 23 June 12 – September 23 | 10 -12 weeks 14 weeks | 9-11 semester / 13-16 quarter 12 semester / 18 quarter |
| Late Summer | Open Campus Fall Block I Only | August 14 – September 23 | 6 weeks | 6 semester / 9 quarter |
| Fall Quarter | Open Campus Fall Blocks I + II Open Campus Fall Blocks II & III | August 14 to November 4 September 25 to December 16 | 12 weeks | 12 semester / 18 quarter |
| Fall Semester | Open Campus Fall Blocks 1-3 | August 14 to December 16 | 18 weeks | 18 semester / 27 quarter |
WWU Students studying abroad at an Open Campus location can select to remain in that location for the entire duration of the program, or move around to various Open Campus sites (depending on immigration considerations). All questions about this requirement can be directed to the WWU Education Abroad office or their CIEE program advisor.
Explore Western Washington-approved CIEE study abroad programs!
- Berlin, Germany
- Study Program
- Part-Time Internship
...for 1, 2, or 3 term blocks!
Our Open Campus Block program allows you to start studying in Berlin, then study in two other countries in one term.
- Paris, France
- Study Program
- Part-Time Internship
...for 1, 2, or 3 term blocks!
Our Open Campus Block program allows you to start studying in Paris, then study in two other countries in one term.
- Kyoto, Japan
- Study Program
- Part-Time Internship
...for 1, 2, or 3 term blocks!
Study abroad in Kyoto – one of Japan’s most traditional cities – in CIEE’s Open Campus Block program.
- London, England
- Study Program
- Full-Time Internship
As a Global Intern in London, and expand your professional portfolio.
- Cape Town, South Africa
- Study Program
- Full-Time Internship
In Cape Town, opportunities abound in a variety of sectors.
- Barcelona, Spain
- Study Program
- Full-Time Internship
Spend the summer honing your skills with an internship in tech, entrepreneurism, arts, communication, business, marketing, or tourism.
Scholarships & Grants
WWU Financial Assistance
Financial assistance is available through Western Washington University for:
- Summer programs that are a minimum 4 semester/6 quarter credits (for part time summer aid)
- Quarter programs that are minimum 8 sem/12 quarter credits (for full time aid)
- This includes federal loans, federal/state grants, Western scholarships, parent/private loans, and other forms of aid
- Read more about financial aid for WWU students
Other Scholarships
Need-based Scholarships
Based on students' Estimated Family Contribution (EFC) from their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and enrolled institution. Complete the Scholarships & Grants portion of your program application to be considered for all awards to which you are eligible.
Merit Scholarships
Based on academic achievement. Complete the Scholarships & Grants portion of your program application, along with an essay, to be considered for all awards to which you are eligible.
Other Scholarships
Other scholarship awards are based on program or alumni status.
WWU Student Blogs
Chile: Mid Program by Julia van Warmerdam
I have been studying abroad in Santiago, Chile through CIEE’s Open Campus Program. Open Campus is designed so students have the ability to study in up to three countries throughout a semester. Students are able to create their own experience by piecing together the three blocks in any way they want: some of my friends spent time in Brazil, Argentina and Chile...
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Arrival: Costa Rica
Hello from the other side. I have finally arrived and so far one of my favorite thing about Monteverde, Costa Rica is the campus. The campus is in middle of a rain forest and their is tons of trail you can explore when ever you want...
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Spain: End of Program: “Adios Barcelona, mi amor!”
With finals completed, some friends having already left for home, and my metro passes running out- the end of my time in Barcelona is officially closing in and I am having a hard time leaving. My month in Spain has been unparalleled...
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Additional Resources
City Diversity Resources
Local CIEE staff have provided details about conditions and cultural attitudes that students with specific identities might encounter.
