How do William & Mary study abroad programs work for undergraduates?

William & Mary has a lot of study abroad options for undergraduates, and students usually go abroad in one of three main ways: William & Mary faculty-led programs, exchange or partner university programs, and approved third-party provider programs. The Reves Center for International Studies is the main office that oversees study abroad and helps students with program selection, approvals, and credit.

Faculty-led programs are often short-term, and they are taught by William & Mary faculty. These can be a good fit if you want a more structured experience and courses that are already closely tied to W&M academics.

Exchange and partner programs are usually the most direct way to study at another university while remaining connected to William & Mary. On these programs, students typically take courses abroad that can be reviewed for transfer or major credit, depending on the department.

Credit approval matters a lot, especially if you want classes to count toward your major or minor, so students usually work with both the Reves Center and academic departments before going abroad.