About William Jewell College

Overseas Study
Sara Round
Coordinator of International Studies and the Oxbridge Honors Program
213 Greene Hall, 415-5984
Where can I study abroad?
There are nearly 50 different study-abroad programs available to Jewell students, including programs in
Europe, Asia, Australia, Africa, Central and South America. The most popular programs are in Western Europe,
particularly England and Spain.
Do I have to be an Oxbridge Honors student to study in England?
No. Of the five programs in Oxford, three are open to all students of the college who qualify. Programs are
also available at Harlaxton College in Grantham, England and in London.
Do I have to be an honors student to study abroad?
Prerequisites vary by program. While the Oxford programs are reserved for students with a cumulative GPA of
at least 3.5, programs in most other locations require 3.0, Students who study abroad must also meet
Jewell’s minimum eligibility requirements.
Can I take courses in my major?
Yes. Most students combine course work in their major with core curriculum (CTI) and/or elective courses.
What about Core Curriculum?
With approval from Ron Witzke, Associate Dean for Core Curriculum, courses taken while abroad may count
toward level two core curriculum (CTI) requirements. With few exceptions, however, you should plan to take
a Science & Technology course at WJC if it is required of you.
How do grades and credits transfer?
You remain enrolled at William Jewell while studying abroad. We grant all grades and credits for your
academic work abroad, so there is no transfer necessary.
What about humanitarian or Christian service overseas?
The International Partnership for Service Learning (IPSL) allows students to combine academic study with
service in a number of countries around the world. Also, faculty and staff at William Jewell often organize
short-term service trips every year. Recent destinations have included Honduras, Brazil, Haiti, Guatemala, and
Jamaica. These trips take place in January, over spring break, or in early summer.
How much do the programs cost?
While fees for programs on the approved program list range from $7000 to $22,400 for a semester, most
program fees (which typically include tuition, room and board, and other required charges) are comparable to
or slightly less than a semester at William Jewell. In addition, there will be extra costs for transportation,
personal expenses, books & supplies with all programs, just as one would find at William Jewell. Most
students also plan to do some independent travel while abroad, which can add considerably to the overall
costs related to study abroad.
What about scholarships?
William Jewell scholarships do not apply to study abroad; however, financial assistance is available. For
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