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Study Abroad
If you're ready to take the next step, look at the available study abroad programs below then contact the noted faculty directly for more information. Also, take a look at NOVA's past programs as well as links to relevant scholarship sites and general travel information.
Find out what it's like by going on one of NOVA's short-term faculty led study abroad programs. Our programs allow you to choose an international experience that fits your professional/academic and personal goals. NOVA faculty led programs are built to fit the needs of our students which means short-term (1-3 weeks) usually during college breaks so you don't have to miss other classes.
Why Study Abroad?
It’s relevant ... no matter what field you’re in the chance to add a global context to your studies is invaluable to employers in an ever globalizing market.
It’s life changing ... whether it’s for a week or a month the chance to experience life in another culture will alter the way you view your own. Going abroad expands your understanding and interest in the world around you.
It makes a difference ... apply your skills in a way that makes a difference for a community that may not have access to reliable healthcare, technology or other infrastructures and get credit for it at the same time.
And credits transfer…talk to your academic adviser to ensure you choose a program with courses that will directly transfer to your degree program.
Can I use my Financial Aid?
The cost of study abroad depends on length of the program and provider. Generally, programs lead by NOVA faculty are affordable and often allow you to use current financial aid if credit is being awarded. You may also want to look at specific scholarships available for study abroad.
Costs usually include a fee for the travel (air, hotel, meals and some excursions) in addition to cost per credit being received.
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to stand in awe of the grand cathedrals of Europe, speak Arabic in the markets of Marrakesh or volunteer at a rural health clinic in Ghana and get credit for it?
I'm Ready to Go! What Next?
If you're ready to take the next step, look at the available study abroad programs below and then contact the noted faculty member for more information.
Other Study Abroad Program & Scholarship Opportunities
Scholarship Opportunities
AIFS International Scholarships
AIFS offers a wide range of unique study abroad programs in Asia, Australia, Europe, Africa and the Americas, plus multi-country traveling programs throughout western Europe.
Boren Scholarships and Fellowships
Boren Scholarships and Fellowships provide unique funding opportunities for U.S. undergraduate and graduate students to add an important international and language component to their educations. We focus on geographic areas, languages, and fields of study that are critical to U.S. national security, broadly defined, and underrepresented in study abroad.
Diversity Abroad / GlobaLinks Learning Abroad Scholarship
Diversity Abroad has partnered with GlobaLinks Learning Abroad and The Foundation for Global Scholars to offer $1,000 scholarships for undergraduate students from any community colleges or four-year college, who will study abroad during the summer, fall or spring to apply. This scholarship specifically targets students who identify as one of the following: ethnic minority, economically disadvantaged, physical disability, or first generation college student.
Freeman-ASIA accepts applications from U.S. citizens or permanent residents studying at the undergraduate level at a two-year or four-year college or university who demonstrate financial need to study abroad in East or Southeast Asia.
The Gilman Scholarship Program offers awards for undergraduate study abroad and was established by the International Academic Opportunity Act of 2000. This scholarship provides awards for U.S. undergraduate students who are receiving Federal Pell Grant funding at a two-year or four-year college or university to participate in study abroad programs worldwide
This website is a comprehensive financial aid, college scholarship and international scholarship resource for students wishing to study abroad. At this site, you will find the most comprehensive listing of grants, scholarships, loan programs, and other information to assist college and university students in their pursuit to study abroad.
Other Study Abroad Options
CIEE offers programs including study abroad, teach abroad, and faculty development seminars.
Detailed study abroad scholarship database search tool
IIEPassport provides many resources for prospective study abroad students including guides and detailed destination information
Explore study abroad financing options with our featured loan and scholarship sponsors.
Contact a NOVA Study Abroad Faculty Advisor
Alexandria
| Name | Department | |
|---|---|---|
George Gonchar |
Department of Science and Technology | ggonchar@nvcc.edu |
| Tauheeda Yasin | Department of Languages and Literature | tyasin@nvcc.edu |
Annandale
| Name | Department | |
|---|---|---|
| Ana Alonso | Department of World Languages | aalonso@nvcc.edu |
| Rima Gulshan | Department of Languages and Literature | rgulshan@nvcc.edu |
| Yuemin "Brooke" He | Department of Languages and Literature | yhe@nvcc.edu |
| Ruma Salhi | Department of History | rsalhi@nvcc.edu |
| Sophia Sexton | Department of Languages and Literature | ssexton@nvcc.edu |
| Jay Steere | Department of Languages and Literature | jsteere@nvcc.edu |
| Cecilia Wiltshire | Department of Languages and Literature | cwiltshire@nvcc.edu |
Loudoun
| Name | Department | |
|---|---|---|
| Anny Ojekwe | Department of Computer Science/ Political Science | aojekwe@nvcc.edu |
| Josh Pachter | Department of Psychology | jpachter@nvcc.edu |
Manassas
| Name | Department | |
|---|---|---|
| Meredith Reynolds | Department of Languages and Literature | mreynolds@nvcc.edu |
| Margaret Davies | Department of Psychology | mdavies@nvcc.edu |
Medical
| Name | Department | |
|---|---|---|
| Daria Amato | Department of Nursing | damato@nvcc.edu |
Woodbridge
| Name | Department | |
|---|---|---|
| Anny Ojekwe | Department of Computer Science/Political Science | aojekwe@nvcc.edu |
| Virginia Layne | Department of Sociology | vlayne@nvcc.edu |
| Dr. Carmen Figueroa | Department of World Languages | cfigueroa@nvcc.edu |
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