Golisano College of Computing and Information Sciences
All majors at RIT can study abroad, and it's an ideal opportunity for you to gain a new perspective on your major, understand the global reach of your field of study, and develop cross-cultural skills that will prepare you for your career.
Planning early, discussing your plans with your academic advisor, and working with a study abroad advisor to find a good program fit will set you on the path to having a memorable experience while staying on track to graduation.
Tips
- Strong computing coursework is typically available in England, Ireland, Australia, Germany, at RIT Croatia, and RIT Dubai - however, you are not limited to these locations!
- If you're looking to take computing courses abroad, a semester program will have more course options than summer programs. However, summer programs are a good option if you are looking to take general education or elective credits abroad.
- GCCIS students need to start early when planning to study abroad to maximize flexibility in finding computing-specific coursework abroad. But remember that if you’re late to the game, you may still have options, and a study abroad advisor can help you find a program that may work for you.
- Some GCCIS majors (like computer science or game design) include many open electives or general education electives in the 4th or 5th year, making it a good time to study abroad and giving you more program options.
- Remember, you don’t have to limit yourself to taking major-specific coursework abroad! Saving a few minor, immersion, or general education electives to take abroad is a great way to fit in a study abroad experience while giving you more flexibility with program options, locations, and length of time abroad.
- RIT Faculty-Led programs are a good way to fit in a shorter travel experience.
Faculty-Led Programs
RIT offers faculty-led study abroad programs designed, developed, and led by RIT faculty. The travel portion of these programs are usually shorter in length (between one to five weeks), taking place over summer, winter break, or spring break. Most faculty-led programs are open to students of all majors, and students may be able to use credits towards free electives, perspectives, gen ed electives or towards certain minors/immersions.
These faculty-led programs may be of interest to computing majors:
Study Abroad Scholarships for GCCIS Majors
RIT Education Abroad Travel Grant
Open to students going on RIT Global Campus, exchange, or faculty-led programs. All students applying for one of these types of programs will be automatically considered for this funding. No separate scholarship application is required. Awards $500-$1,000. Awards are based on financial need as determined by your FAFSA on file and RIT Financial Aid.
Honors Travel Grant
RIT Honors students are eligible for a $500 travel grant to study abroad. RIT Honors Travel Grant form
Other featured scholarships
Scholarship deadlines are often early, and some scholarships require essays and letters of recommendation as part of scholarship applications.
Connect with a Global Ambassador
Study Abroad Global Ambassadors are returned study abroad students who can answer any questions you may have from a student perspective – feel free to reach out to them via email or social media.
Additional International Opportunities
These international programs and fellowships include options for undergraduate students or post-graduation opportunities.
Fulbright Canada-Mitacs Globalink Program
Funding for a 10-12 week summer internship for U.S. students to work on research projects in Canada in the areas of science, engineering, math, and social sciences.
DAAD RISE
Funding for 3-month STEM summer research internship program in Germany.
Amgen Scholars Program
Funding for a summer research experience in Japan, China or Singapore for engineering or science majors.
Fulbright Fellowship (U.S. Student Program)
Funding for upcoming or recent graduates to go to grad school or complete an independent research project abroad.
Contact Jenny Sullivan (jenny.sullivan@rit.edu), Director of Education Abroad, for more information on these opportunities and to assist you with the application process.
Use the international fellowships and scholarships search tool to explore more options >