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Unpack Your Curiosity

Gaining international experience is a great way to expand your horizons, understand a different culture, challenge yourself and discover a part of you that you never knew existed. It gives you a chance to meet new and exciting people, learn a language, see some of the world’s most interesting landmarks and best of all, try delicious regional cuisine! Students who experience this “feast for all senses” will not only come back changed, but will have a better understanding of how the world works.

Scholarships for these programs are often available, and financial aid may apply to study abroad as well. If you plan your program carefully, credits can apply to your degree program at Chaminade.

Contact Us

[email protected]
(808)-735-4815

Clarence T.C. Ching Hall, room 6
Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–4:30 PM

Chaminade student studying abroad in China

Study Abroad & Exchange Programs Eligibility

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Complete at least 30 credit hours prior to departure
  • Maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher (GPA requirements may differ depending on program)
  • Must be a current, full-time Chaminade University student (need to complete at least one semester at Chaminade prior to departure)
  • Be in good personal standing (must not have any outstanding judicial issues)

Partnership Programs

Through collaboration with University of Hawaii at Mānoa Study Abroad Center, AIFS and Semester at Sea students can participate in summer, semester, or year programs. Study locations include Argentina, Australia, China, Denmark, England, France, Germany, India, Italy, Japan, and Spain.

For more information about using your financial aid to fund your study abroad program, contact Chaminade University’s Office of Financial Aid at [email protected] or (808) 735-4780.

Apply Today

Application Deadlines:

  • Spring Term (Kobe, Japan): September 20
  • Spring Term: October 5
  • Summer Term: February 7
  • Fall Term: March 20
  • Year Term (Japan): February 2

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Fall Term

Program and scholarship applications must be postmarked by April 15.

Application Deadlines:

  • Berlin: March 15
  • Barcelona, Budapest, Buenos Aires, Hyderabad, Perth, Prague, Sao Paulo, Wellington and Wollongong: April 15
  • Florence, London Internship, Madrid, Maynooth, Praque, Rome, Salzburg, St. Petersburg and Vina del Mar: May 1
  • Athens, Cannes, Granada, Grenoble, Limerick, London, Paris, Salamanca, San Jose and Stellenbosch: May 15
Spring Term

Program and scholarship applications must be postmarked by October 1.

Application Deadlines:

  • Athens, Barcelona, Berlin, Florence, Granada, Hyderabad, London Internship, Madrid, Maynooth, Paris, Prague, Rome, Salamanca, St. Petersburg and Suzhou: October 1
  • All other programs: October 15
Summer Term

Program and scholarship applications must be postmarked by March 1.

Application Deadlines:

  • All programs: March 15

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No application deadlines for specific semesters. However, it is recommended that you begin the application process 12 months before the semester in which you would like to participate. Students will be asked to provide an updated academic record at the conclusion of the semester prior to their participation. Applications will continue to be accepted until approximately one month before the start of the voyage.

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Marianist Exchange Program

Chaminade students have the opportunity to study at our sister universities.

  • University of Dayton: Founded by the Marianists in 1850, has approximately 11,000 students and is the largest independent university in Ohio.
  • Saint Mary’s University: Founded by the Marianists in San Antonio, Texas in 1852, has approximately 4,000 students.

For more information about the Marianist Exchange Program, please contact us at [email protected] or (808) 735-4815.

Study Abroad Myths

Don’t let the following myths about studying abroad or participating in an international programs discourage you from fulfilling your dreams!

Myth 1: You need to speak a foreign language

Fact: Some programs may require students to have the ability to speak another language but MOST programs don’t! Majority of the courses are taught in English.

Myth 2: It costs a lot more to study abroad

If you are receiving financial aid, you may be eligible to receive aid for semester programs. There is also an abundance of scholarships available for study abroad programs.

Myth 3: If I study abroad, it will push back my graduation date

With careful planning, you can incorporate study abroad into your academic plan without affecting your graduation date. It is imperative to speak with an advisor and plan out your courses wisely.

Myth 4: The courses that I take during my study abroad will not transfer back to Chaminade

Planning is essential in determining which courses to take and what will transfer back. Meet with an advisor and create a plan to include study abroad so that you can determine which classes to take overseas.

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