College of Art and Design
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 a memorable experience while keeping you on track to graduation.
Tips
- Saving a few of your free electives, studio electives, art history electives, or professional electives to take abroad will give you more flexibility in program options.
- Strong art and design coursework is available in Italy, France, Spain, and Denmark —but you are not limited to these locations!
Faculty-Led Programs
RIT offers faculty-led study abroad programs designed, developed, and led by RIT faculty. The travel portion of these programs is usually shorter (between one and five weeks) and takes place over summer, winter, or spring break.
These faculty-led programs are a good fit for Art and Design majors:
Programs in Focus
These affiliate study abroad programs have strong discipline-specific coursework that is a good match for certain RIT majors.
Industrial Design, Interior Design
Nuova Accademia di Belle Arti (NABA) - Milan, Italy
Industrial Design, Interior Design
Study Abroad Scholarships for CAD Majors
RIT School of Design Study Abroad Scholarship
Awarded to a second- (sophomore) or third-year (junior) School of Design undergraduate student enrolled in a study abroad experience during the Spring, Summer, or Fall semester. Open to RIT School of Design majors only (3D Digital Design, Graphic Design, Industrial Design, Interior Design, New Media Design, and Visual Communication Design). Email Alex Lobos (aflfaa@rit.edu), School of Design Administrative Chair, for more information, application instructions, and deadlines. The deadline is typically in early October. Awards $1,000.
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 are 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-graduate opportunities.
Artist Immersion Program
An art and design program offering short-term courses and artist residencies around the world (not for academic credit).
American-Scandinavian Foundation Fellowship
Funding to pursue a post-graduate creative project in Scandinavia for up to one year.
Mortimer Hays-Brandeis Traveling Fellowship
Funding for upcoming or recent graduates to complete an independent art or creative project abroad. Must be an NTID or Deaf/HOH student.
Fulbright Fellowship (U.S. Student Program)
Funding for upcoming or recent graduates to complete an independent art or creative project abroad. Must be a U.S. citizen.
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 >