Study Abroad
Have fun—and earn expand your horizons—when you travel to another part of the world through the ACC Short Term Study Abroad program. Enhance your education while gaining a global perspective on different cultures, theories, government, history, art, architecture, language, and the economy. When you travel to another part of the world, you enrich your academic experience by gaining new perspectives on your field of study. You grow intellectually, socially, and personally and boost your independence, self-confidence, and flexibility. You also expand your worldview and your appreciation of cultural diversity, cultural sensitivity, and empathy. Travel classes include a variety of educational choices during the summer term. Scholarships and fundraising are available.
As part of ACC's high impact education, every program is intentionally designed to feature guided learning, cultural engagement, program immersion, and experiences to drive global competency development, and connect your learning to your overall educational experience at ACC. Each class is designed to focus on an area of study to help grow your personal skills and benefit your education and professional goals.
Upcoming Trips
Spain and Portugal - Lisbon, Madrid, and Barcelona - 2024
May 27 - June 6, 2024
This collaborative trip will include Creative Writing, Humanities, Spanish, Interior Design, Art Appreciation, Ceramics and Photography. Courses are tied to spring semester classes with the addition of the travel component. The classes will consist of pre-trip classes, travel orientation, the travel component, a final portfolio, and a presentation. In addition, we partner with the Workforce and Community Programs for the travel component. Alumni and community members who seek an educational travel experience may participate as they work side-by-side with the degree students.
This customized trip includes Portugal and Spain, where every step is a history lesson of its own—from Lisbon’s Moorish labyrinth of narrow streets to Seville’s impeccably preserved mosaics. The trail of breathtaking views and historical landmarks continues in Madrid and Barcelona, where there is a mix of Roman, Gothic, and Baroque architecture. Students will study artists such as Gaudi and Picasso as they explore Cubism and Surrealism. Every program is intentionally designed to feature guided learning, cultural engagement, and global competency. During the trip, professors will provide museum visits, lectures, group discussions, time to make art, work on their writing projects and practice their language skills. Creative Writing, Humanities, and Spanish students will conclude with verbal or written presentations. Art students will participate in an exhibition.
Our goal with study abroad is to help students better conceptualize our global culture, and they are better prepared to compete with students at four-year institutions in highly competitive fields. Travel abroad is vital for both recruiting students and providing them with competitive skills upon graduation. The global experience prepares students to compete with students at four-year institutions, possibly opening avenues for scholarships and, to stand out when they apply to transfer to 4-year institutions or in today’s job market.
For more information, contact trish [dot] sangelo [at] arapahoe [dot] edu.
What is the ACC Study Abroad Experience?
Study Abroad Virtual Gallery
Student art, photography and tour images from 2007-2019
Study Abroad Club
Through the Study Abroad Club at ACC, you’ll deepen your international understanding and develop skills that will empower you to embrace cultural diversity and a better understanding of global interaction. To learn more about the club, or to attend meetings, contact the trish [dot] sangelo [at] arapahoe [dot] edu (Study Abroad Coordinator).
Program Mission
The mission of the ACC Short Term Study Abroad Program provides study abroad programs in a variety of disciplines throughout the college. These classes incorporate an international and intercultural understanding that can enrich this unique educational opportunity. Study abroad allows students to immerse themselves in a worldwide experience fostering a global perspective on different cultures, theories, history, art, architecture and the economy.
Contact
Contact the Study Abroad Coordinator for registration information, program details, safety, itinerary and funding opportunities: Trish Sangelo, 303.797.5212 or trish [dot] sangelo [at] arapahoe [dot] edu
Donate
To make donations to our scholarship program please visit our donation page.
Contact
Art & Design Program to Amsterdam and Berlin in 2022
"The photography students were amazing on this trip! The goal of our program is to document as many aspects as possible of the places we visit, including the people, architecture, landscape, monuments, culture, food, or whatever inspires them. From the empty streets at 6am, to the hustle and bustle of the day, ending with a sunrise and reflections on the canal; they did not miss a moment to capture their experiences."
Study Abroad Coordinator, Professor Sangelo
Criminal Justice and Comparative Government - London, Paris and Amsterdam 2022
"Traveling abroad changes our perspectives in so many ways, we learn about ourselves, about other cultures, and we learn about our own cultures in reference to our new experiences. While in each country, we learned about policies and systems at the foundation of each location. We learned the differences between parliamentary, semi-parliamentary, and presidential government systems. We experienced public policy in action every day of our travels."
~ Courtney, London, Paris, and Amsterdam 2022
Japan Student Experience - 2018
"I absolutely love travelling, it gives me the opportunity to experience different cultures I never thought I would have the chance to be a part of. Travelling broadens your mind and shows you the world in ways you never thought it existed."
~ Madi - London 2017, Japan 2018, Italy 2019
London Student Experience - 2017
“The Study Abroad class is my way of traveling the world. Making new friends along the way, sharing your stories and what you love, making new friends with the same interests and dreams. I made lifelong friendships.”
-Emilia, London 2017
Italy, Spain and France Student Experience - 2014
“Never has a class been this much fun with an opportunity to earn college credit. Travel always presents itself its own environment for adventure. This course broadened my knowledge of people and the places they live. It was such a great learning experience.”
-Joyce, Italy 2012 & 2019, Italy 2014, Spain and France 2016
