College of Science

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

  • If you're looking to take science or math courses abroad, a semester program will have more course options versus summer programs. However, summer programs are good for taking general education or elective credits abroad.
  • Remember, you don’t have to limit yourself to taking science or math coursework abroad! Saving a few minor, immersion or general education electives to take overseas 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.

Overview Videos

Promotional image for RIT Study Abroad program for Science majors featuring a group of students in the Galápagos Islands observing giant tortoises, with a quote by Kevin Kelly: 'Travel is the most intense mode of learning.'
Promotional image for RIT Study Abroad program for Math & Statistics majors featuring a group of students sitting on a terrace in Hungary with a scenic cityscape, including a historic building in the background, and a quote by Kevin Kelly: 'Travel is the most intense mode of learning.'

Resources

COS Study Abroad Info Sheet
Highlights popular programs for science and math majors. This tool is a starting point as you explore programs - you are not restricted to the programs listed.

If you’re interested in one of the programs, login to the Compass (application database), click on the ‘Search Programs’ tab, and type in the program name in the keyword box to learn more and start an application.

COS Study Abroad Pathway
Developed by COS to help students in each major identify an ideal time to study abroad. If the suggested time frame for your major doesn’t work for you, work with your academic and study abroad advisors to determine an alternative time frame.

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.

These faculty-led programs are a good fit for science majors:

Study Abroad Scholarships for COS

RIT Education Abroad Travel Grant
Open to students going on RIT Global Campus, exchange, or faculty-led programs. You will be able to “opt-in” for this scholarship consideration as part of your RIT study abroad application. Awards $500-$1,000.

Honors Travel Grant
RIT Honors students are eligible for a $500 travel grant to study abroad. 

Other featured scholarships
Scholarship deadlines are often early. An RIT study abroad scholarship advisor can provide feedback on your essays to make sure they are competitive.

Search for scholarships

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.

Ethan Bartiromo
Hungary
Computational Mathematics
Budapest Semester in Mathematics
etb5596@rit.edu

Study Abroad Blog: Neurodiversity and Study Abroad

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.