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Summer Programs

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In addition to our semester, year-long, and study tour options, Loyola also offers a number of independent and faculty-led summer programs. There is a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA requirement for all summer programs. For questions concerning summer study abroad program fees, please reach out to Yvette McMillan-Bell in Student Administrative Services (SAS) in Maryland Hall. Accepted students will have one meeting and one pre-departure orientation with their program director to review paperwork, safety measures, packing details, and all necessary information prior to departure.  

The philosophy of Loyola's Office of International Programs is to provide students with an in-depth experience of another culture by focusing on one program. Therefore, programs like Semester at Sea and similar programs would not be acceptable. The Office of International Programs must approve any international program that a student wishes to obtain credits from while at Loyola University Maryland.

Summer Program Information Sessions

To Apply

Submitting an electronic applications for Summer 2026 programs will open on December 12th, 2025. To apply for a summer program, first log into our application portal and then select Programs in the menu in the top-left corner. Summer programs are labeled with "Summer" on this page. Applications for Summer 2025 programs close at 11:59 EST on February 13th, 2026.

Application 

*Please check back regularly as programs often change from year to year.

Application Process

  1. Attend an information session on your program or a meeting with your Program Director. Please see the full list of information sessions.(to be released fully released early November 2025)
  2. Once step 1 (above) is completed, your Program Director will email the Office of International Programs with your name and Loyola ID number.
  3. Submit your application electronically to the Office of International Programs using our online application portal before the deadline indicated below. Please also find the current payment schedule:
  • Application deadline: February 13th, 2026 11:59 EST.

  • Payment deadlines (subject to change):
    • Deposit-February 27, 2026= $500 (for both 3 and 6 unit programs)
    • Payment 1-March 13, 2026= $1,250 (3-unit program) or $1,600( 6-unit program price)
    • Payment 2-April 3, 2026= $1,250 (3-unit program) or $1,600( 6-unit program price)
    • Payment 3-April 24, 2026= $1,250 (3-unit program) or $1,600( 6-unit program price)

Application Process for Visiting and Special Students

Summer Programs for the 2026 year

(Summer 2026 opportunities are being announced during the Fall 2025 semester)

Ghana, Africa (3 credits)
Dates (subject to change) - May 17, 2026 - May 27, 2026
 
  • Instructor: Robbie Bishop rbishop-monroe@loyola.edu
  • Course: (3 credits) AC 320-Z1, Portuguese Culture & Media
  • Eligibilities: Any requirements / pre-requisites - All majors welcome - Rising Sophomores encouraged to apply and a 2.5 GPA minimum required
  • Cost: $4,250 (airfare not included)
  • Locations this trip visits: Ghana, Africa
  • Application Deadline:  February 13, 2025

Ghana Summer Flyer Summer 2026

Information sessions for Summer in Ghana
Program Location Day and Date Time Location
Ghana, Africa Wednesday, Oct 8, 2025 12:30PM  Zoom
Ghana, Africa Wednesday, Oct 8, 2025 5PM  Zoom
Ghana, Africa Tuesday, Oct 14, 2025 5PM  Zoom
Ghana, Africa Wednesday, Oct 15, 2025 8PM  Zoom
Ghana, Africa Tuesday, Oct 22, 2025 8PM  Zoom
Portugal Tour (3 credits)
 Dates: May 17th-June 4th
  • Instructors: Noelle Dichiera ndichiera@loyola.edu & Jenny Glick jlglick@loyola.edu
  • Course: (3 credits) CM385 Portuguese Culture & Media
  • Eligibilities: Open to all undergraduate students, can fulfill general elective credits or CM major or minor course requirements
  • Cost: $4,250 (airfare not included)
  • Max number of students: 16 students
  • Locations this trip visits: Porto, Lisbon, Algarve (You may extend your trip to visit nearby cities or countries!)
  • Application Deadline:  February 13, 2025
 
Japan tour (3 credits)

Dates: (subject to change) May 17-May 31st, 2026

  • Instructor: Michiko Iwasaki miwasaki@loyola.edu and Assistant InstructorAmanda Konradi tpmartino@loyola.edu
  • Course: (3 credits) Psychology (PY423-Special topics in Psychology and Sociology (SC363-Special Topics in Global Studies) 
  • Eligibilities: Open to all majors but priority will be given to students majored in psychology, Sociology, and Global Studies with a course specialized in aging or Asian culture. 
  • Cost: $4,250 (airfare not included)
  • Max number of students: 14
  • Disciplinary Record: Clear
  • Location(s): Osaka, Japan (Kobe, Okinawa, etc.)
    • Scholarship & Funding: federal financial aid and private loans (ask financial aid)
    • Transfer students: ask the International office
      The application, payment, and questions.

Japan Summer Flyer 2026

Information Sessions for Japan, Tour
Program Location Day and Date Time Location
Japan tour Wednesday, October 22, 2026 7-8 pm  
Japan tour Tuesday, November 18th, 2026 7-8 pm  
Japan tour Wednesday January 21, 2026 7-8 pm  

 

Bergen, Norway (3 credits)

Dates: May 19-31, 2026

  • Instructors: Craig Myrum cmyrum@loyola.edu
    Amy Wolfson awolfson@loyola.edu
  • Course: (3 credits) BL/PY 400-level; Pre-reqs: Either BL150 or PY101
  • Eligibilities: Open to all undergraduate students, can fulfill general elective credits or CM major or minor course requirements
  • Cost: $4,250 (airfare not included)- Includes tuition, housing, some group meals, group excursions/tours, and entrances to museums.
  • Max number of students: 16 students
  • Locations this trip visits: Laboratories at the University of Bergen that study sleep and circadian rhythm. Exploring Bryggen-a UNESCO World Heritage Site and Bergen-a city surrounded by
    mountains.
  • Application Deadline:  February 13, 2025
Information Sessions for Bergen, Norway
Program Location Day and Date Time Location
Bergen, Norway Monday October 6, 2025 4:30pm FC215
Bergen, Norway Tuesday October 14, 2025 4:00pm FC215
Bergen, Norway Monday November 24, 2025 11am Zoom
Bergen, Norway Friday January 16, 2025 4:00 FC215
 
Prague, Czechia(6 credits)
Dates- July 1st - July 31st, 2026
  • Instructor: Dr. Christy DeVader, cdevader@loyola.edu
  • Complete two 3-credit courses, Earn 6 credits.
  • Course name, number, and any cross-listing
    • TH305 Ethics: Contemporary Moral Issues (satisfies Ethics Core - MUST have completed TH201)
    • The 2nd course is cross-listed, and students can enroll in one of the following courses:
      • MG300, Special Topics in Management: Intro to Czech Culture & Business, or
      • IB300, Special Topics in International Business: intro to Czech Culture & Business
      • *MG300 and IB300 also fulfill a Global Studies curriculum requirement under Topics 1 (Globalization & Sustainable Development) and Topics 3 (Identity, Place, and Power): GT T1 and GT T3
    • **NOTE; You do not need to be a business major to enroll in these courses. All majors and class years are eligible.
  • Cost: $ 5,300 (airfare not included).  Includes tuition and housing, breakfasts and special meals, class trips and tours, cultural events, and transportation pass.  
  • Requires 13 participants. 
  • Application deadline: February 13, 2026
Information Sessions for Prague, Czechia
Program Location Day and Date Time Location
Prague, Czechia Thurday, October 9 6 PM SH418a 
Prague, Czechia Monday, October 13 12 PM and 5 PM Zoom
Prague, Czechia Thursday, October 23 6 PM SH418a
Prague, Czechia Wednesday, October 29 12pm Zoom
Prague, Czechia Monday, November 3 3 PM  Zoom
Prague, Czechia Thursday, November 6 1:45 PM SH418a 
Prague, Czechia Tuesday, November 11 6 PM SH418a 
Prague, Czechia Wednesday, November 19 10 AM Zoom
Prague, Czechia Tuesday, December 9 6 PM SH418a 
Prague, Czechia Thursday, December 11 12pm Zoom
 
 
Non-Loyola Programs

Students have the option to select a non-Loyola summer program. The program selected should fit into their academic course of study. Once students have selected a study abroad program, they should do the following:

  • Students must have their non-Loyola program approved by the Office of International Programs.
  • Students must complete the Summer Abroad Program Approval/Transfer Course Request Form by March 15th.
  • Summer programs abroad must be offered through an American university or an American organization providing a U.S. final transcript.
  • Students may take a maximum of two, 3- or 4-credit courses (along with any associated 1-credit labs) away during the summer.
  • Students on non-Loyola semester programs may not take summer courses away from Loyola University.
  • Business courses should be taken at AACSB-accredited institutions.
  • Distance-learning and/or on-line courses are not accepted as transfer credit for study abroad.
  • Summer transfer courses must equal, credit-for-credit, Loyola courses. (Example: a 4-credit course at Loyola requires taking a 4-credit course at the away institution.)
  • A grade of C (2.00) or better is required in each course to transfer courses and credits. Grades do not transfer, but are used to calculate Honors at graduation.
  • Summer transfer courses cannot overlap with the Loyola academic term during which the student is enrolled.
  • Students must complete at least 20, three-or-four credit courses at Loyola. Of the last 20 courses, 15 must be taken at Loyola. Five of the last 7 courses and at least one-half of the courses in the major and minor field must be taken at Loyola. (Loyola University Maryland’s Residency Requirement can be found on the Undergraduate Catalogue.)

For questions, please contact Naomi Githae at ngithae@loyola.edu or Jacob Badin at jcbadin@loyola.edu

 

 

Apply

In order to apply for semester and full year programs, students must attend a study abroad 101 session and at least one program specific information session before the application deadline. The application deadline for all Fall, Spring, and year-long opportunities during academic year 2026-2027 is the first Wednesday after Thanksgiving, December 3rd, 2025 at 11:59pm.

Contact Us

The OIP has moved! We are located in the Humanities building on the side across from DGA field in Suite HU142. Enter from the outside stairwell across from the field.

Phone: 410-617-2910
Office: Humanities 142
Email: international@loyola.edu

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