Grinnell students graduate with distinctive experiences, knowledge of the world, and intercultural skills that enable them to pursue careers around the world, engage in debate over international issues, and make vital contributions as global citizens.
As a Grinnell student, you have the ability to pursue learning opportunities around the globe. Through course-embedded travel such as the Global Learning Program, formal off-campus study opportunity programs like Grinnell-in-London or 80 other approved international programs, intensive language learning, or international research opportunities, Grinnell nurtures a humble, reflective, and active global perspective.
- More than 50% of Grinnellians study abroad.
- All 38 majors and interdisciplinary concentrations pursue international topics in depth.
- Grinnell offers courses in nine languages: Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Greek, Latin, Japanese, Russian, Spanish.
- The Language Learning Center supports all of these languages and offers self-instructional programs in several less commonly taught languages.
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Course-Embedded Travel
Course-embedded travel allows you to study for a semester as well as travel for 7-14 days, both under the guidance of your expert faculty.
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Global Learning Program
The Global Learning Program (GLP) Tutorials explore specific themes in semester-long courses.
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Off-Campus Study
More than half of Grinnell students study abroad through dynamic third-party programs.
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Language Learning Center
Enhance your language skills with peer tutoring or use the Alternate Language Study Option (ALSO) to learn a language not taught through the regular curriculum.
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Grinnell-in-London
Study for a semester with Grinnell faculty and students in London, England.
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International Student Affairs
International and global-nomad students compose a vibrant presence at Grinnell.
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Rosenfield Program in Public Affairs, International Relations, and Human Rights
The Rosenfield Program connects the Grinnell community to the broader social and political issues that define the world beyond Grinnell.