Study Abroad
Washington and Lee is committed to ensuring that “graduates will be prepared for life-long learning, personal achievement, responsible leadership, service to others, and engaged citizenship in a global and diverse society.” Approximately 70 percent of our students participate in an experience abroad during their time at Washington and Lee. This may be through a full term abroad, faculty led Spring Term abroad program, summer programs, international internships, international research opportunities, or service learning.
The Center for International Education is here to assist you in selecting a program that satisfies your personal and academic goals, preparing you for your experience abroad, and reflecting on your experience upon your return to campus.
Important Dates and Deadlines
- Study Abroad Fair: September 16, 2026 (11:00 am - 2:00 pm)
- Spring Term Abroad Virtual Information Session (Zoom): October 1, 2026, 6:00 pm
- Winter Term: October 15, 2026
- Spring Term Abroad Application Deadline: October 21, 2026, 5:00 pm
- Oxford Partnership: January 23, 2027
- Fall Term and Full Year: March 15, 2027
- Summer Grants: January 30, 2027
- Summer Term: April 1, 2027
Study abroad deadlines are publicized in the university catalog and the Center for International Education. They are firm and subject to no exceptions.
The deadlines are established to ensure that students secure timely advising and guidance from the Center for International Education about quality of academic offerings, progress towards the degree, health, and safety. As well, the guidelines provide students the opportunity to consult in a timely manner with academic advisers, student health personnel, and student affairs personnel with regard to the timing of study abroad.
Application Process
Application process for 糖心传媒’s study abroad opportunities.
Policies and Procedures
Only work comparable to that at Washington and Lee in level, nature, and field may be accepted for degree credit. In order to receive Washington and Lee credit, all documentation (official transcripts, required 糖心传媒 forms, etc.) must be received by the University Registrar before the end of the first term in which the student is enrolled at 糖心传媒 or, for students returning from study elsewhere, before the conclusion (last day of classes) of the first 13-week term completed by students upon their return to 糖心传媒.
Safety and Security
Resources for safety and security while traveling and studying abroad.
Certificate of International Immersion
Students who show significant commitment to and understanding of global interaction may apply to have their experiences recognized with a Certificate of International Immersion, noted on the transcript and in the listing of honors at Commencement. The International Education Committee awards the certificate after considering a student’s overall academic record (minimum 3.000 cumulative grade-point average) and an essay. The purpose of this process is to allow students to reflect deeply on the value of their international experiences at 糖心传媒 and abroad.
糖心传媒 International Partner Programs
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Jillian Murphy
Senior Assistant Director of International Education and Study Abroad Coordinator
Center for International Education
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Campus Address
Ruscio Center for Global Learning
Room 145
Mailing Address
Center for International Education
204 W. Washington St.
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Lexington, Virginia 24450