Plan Your Study Abroad
Walton College Academic Advisors can assist you throughout the entire study abroad process. Advisors can help you explore program options, determine the best time to study abroad, discuss eligibility, and assess how the credits completed during a study abroad program can apply to your degree.
Questions
"When is the best time to study abroad?"
"Am I eligible to study abroad?"
"How will credits earned while studying abroad apply to my degree?"
Walton College: Faculty-Led Study Abroad Programs
Barcelona
Global Changemakers Barcelona is a one-of-a-kind faculty-led study abroad course that explores selected global challenges through engagement with the agencies working to address them in international settings.
CIMBA Italy
CIMBA Italy Programs offer semester and summer programs in Italy for undergraduate students. Courses are available in business, economics, leadership, communication studies, beginning Italian and engineering. Students receive American credit from the top-ranked University of Iowa Tippie College of Business (AACSB) for courses completed as part of this program.
International Accounting Seminar in Rome
The International Accounting Seminar program builds understanding and competence as it relates to the history of accounting, the global accounting profession, and the business and cultural environment in Italy. Students will explore accounting and auditing concepts in an international environment.
Ireland
The study abroad program will provide students with insights into Irish culture and history as well as international business and the economic environment in the European Union.
Madrid
In this course, students will investigate business culture and communication, in Madrid, Spain, to examine how people from different backgrounds can and do work harmoniously together.
Panama
The International Business Seminar in Panama will provide students with the vast knowledge of global business through foreign investments. Learn how Panama is attracting businesses from all over the world to invest in their infrastructure projects and help stabilize their economic growth.
Business of Marketing in Italy (January Intersession)
The Business of Marketing in Rome is designed so that students experience Rome and Italy through the eyes of Marketing professionals with a focus on tourism. Each intersession study abroad trip will focus on one aspect of Rome and Roman culture.
Ghana
The International Business Seminar in Ghana is designed to expose students to the many business opportunities of one of the fastest growing economies in Africa. Students will take part in business lectures and interact with prominent businesses in the country.
Innovation Immersion in Rome
The Innovation Immersion in Rome program is designed to build on the learnings and work in previous courses (Corporate Innovation I and II) where human centered design and product management skills were acquired. In this immersion experience, students will travel to various places in Italy to engage in design sprint sessions at prominent Italians organizations.
Japan
The International Business Seminar in Japan will give students first-hand experience of the Japanese economic system. Students will tour many of Japan's foremost manufacturing facilities gaining knowledge of the different production and management techniques. The class will impart the students with a fuller understanding of the significance that they play on the Japanese style of business.
Marketing in Rome (Summer II Session)
Marketing in Rome: Students earn credit in Consumer Behavior and Global Marketing.
Outdoor Industries in Europe
Learn about outdoor products and services provided in the industry through feeling, analyzing, and exploring your way through France and Italy. Learn from Europe's mature rural and urban outdoor recreation hubs. If you like the outdoors and Europe is on your bucket list, we can't wait to see you this summer!
Walton College Exchange Programs
Curriculum Map:
BSBA and BSIB Exchange Program Curriculum Map
Australia - University of Technology Sydney
Benefit from international, innovative and industry-relevant education in the heart of the global city of Sydney. UTS is a 5-minute walk from Central Station, Sydney's major transport hub, and close to shopping, restaurants and entertainment. Iconic attractions like Bondi Beach and the Sydney Opera House are just a short bus or train ride away.
China - City University: Hong Kong
Especially advantageous for those without fluency in a foreign language, all courses at CityU are taught in English, so you can balance important business concepts while living in Hong Kong, a bridge between East and West.
Japan - Kansai Gaidai University
Located in the cultural heart of Japan, our campus provides an excellent starting point from which to begin exploring a land that, by anyone's standards, is truly fascinating.
Denmark - Aarhus Business School
Aarhus University (AU) is a top ten university among universities founded within the past 100 years. It has a long tradition of partnerships with some of the world's best research institutions and university networks.
England - University of Essex
Internationalism is central to who we are and what we do. Our global community is a place that fuses ideas, cultures and breadth of perspectives. We're about people who love to learn how, but want to challenge why. If you are tenacious, bold, inquisitive and impatient for change, welcome home.
England - University of Sussex
From its foundation, Sussex has had an international perspective to its academic activities and its outlook. The University attracts staff and students to its campus from over 120 different countries across the world.
Germany - WHU Otto Beisheim School of Management
WHU – Otto Beisheim School of Management is a privately funded business school based in Vallendar/Koblenz and in Düsseldorf. It is a leading business school in Germany and is continuously ranked among the top business schools in Europe.
Spain - Universidad Carlos III de Madrid
The mission of Carlos III University of Madrid is to contribute to the improvement of society through teaching of the highest quality and cutting-edge research in line with stringent international guidelines.
Sweden - Jonkoping International Business School
Jönköping International Business School is recognized as the most international business school in Sweden and one of the most international in the world. Around 30% of the employees and students come from outside of Sweden.
Study Abroad: Course Equivalencies
Explore the University of Arkansas Registrar’s Transfer Course Equivalency search engine. This list will have any class that students have previously gotten pre-approved. If a course you're interested in isn't listed here, just talk to your advisor in the Office of Study Abroad about how to get it approved and added to the list.
U of A Rome Center: Study Abroad Options
Walton College has several programs in the Rome Center. Students experience Rome as a living history book. Rome is an example of over 2,000 years of development and evolution. The present meets the ancient past in the Eternal City.
Rome is a contradictory city with visual transformations and evident stratification. It is a city of reflection and analytical thought, providing an amazing learning environment for students.
Apparel Merchandising Global Experience Minor (Fall Only)
Students interested in pursuing a minor in Apparel Merchandising now have the opportunity to receive that minor in Rome while studying at the Rome Center. This minor is only available in the fall semester.
Global Studies Minor (Fall or Spring Semester)
Students can earn a minor in Global Studies while studying at the Rome Center either the Fall or Spring semester.
Sophomore Year Experience (Fall or Spring Semester)
Spend either the fall semester or spring semester in Rome taking business courses. The city of Rome, with its rich cultural resources, offers an endless source of learning opportunities for students from all over the world.
Innovation Immersion in Rome
The Innovation Immersion in Rome program is designed to build on the learnings and work in previous courses (Corporate Innovation I and II) where human centered design and product management skills were acquired. In this immersion experience, students will travel to various places in Italy to engage in design sprint sessions at prominent Italians organizations.
Marketing in Rome (Summer II Session)
Marketing in Rome: Students earn credit in Consumer Behavior and Global Marketing.
Innovation and Entrepreneurship Minor (Spring Only)
Spend the spring semester abroad in Rome, Italy taking business classes towards a business minor. Earn an Innovation and Entrepreneurship minor while studying in Italy's most important center for startup businesses in the country.
International Internship (Fall or Spring Semester)
Students have the opportunity to take part in an international internship in Rome while taking courses at the Rome Center. This offered during the Fall or Spring semester.
Business of Marketing in Italy (January Intersession)
The Business of Marketing in Rome is designed so that students experience Rome and Italy through the eyes of Marketing professionals with a focus on tourism. Each intersession study abroad trip will focus on one aspect of Rome and Roman culture.
International Accounting Seminar in Rome
The International Accounting Seminar program builds understanding and competence as it relates to the history of accounting, the global accounting profession, and the business and cultural environment in Italy. Students will explore accounting and auditing concepts in an international environment.
International Internships
International internships have the opportunity to extend your educational experience
beyond the University of Arkansas' campus across country boundaries. It encourages
critical thinking skills, flexibility, and independence; it also internationalizes
your resume in big ways, preparing you to thrive in a global economy. Not only can
you earn credit for your degree plan, but you can also gain international work experience
and hone critical career competencies.
Additionally, there are also virtual international internships as well! These experiences
allow students to globalize their education stateside, while differentiating their
resumes, building essential skills that employers value, and growing their professional
network. Perks include (these vary by organization): professional mentorship, interactive
online orientation, professional development programming, career coaching, career
readiness courses, weekly feedback meetings, e-portfolio training, completion certificates,
or digital badges.
How do I get the internship? You’ll apply for one of our external partner’s programs. The Office of Study Abroad will walk you through the providers and what opportunities would best suit your needs. You can explore some of the providers at this link.
Do I get academic credit?: You must be eligible and enroll for WCOB 320V credit (see requirements to the right).
You may receive up to 3 credit hours, depending on your time commitment. For example,
if you were to work 20 hours per week during a 12-week program, you would be eligible
for 3 credit hours.
What is the estimated cost? $1,000-$2,000 Program Fee + 1-3 credit hours Walton tuition + $105 Study Abroad Service
Fee
Approved participants will receive up to 60% scholarship for the total cost of participation.
Where do I start? Contact Walton Career Services at wcobcdc@walton.uark.edu. We will work with you to identify where the academic credit will apply toward your degree and direct you to the international internship that is best for you.
Application and Deadlines
Fall: July 20th
Spring: December 9th
Summer: April 20th
WCOB 320V International Application
Complete and submit your application after you have been accepted by a placement provider or secured your own internship.
Requirements:
To be eligible for WCOB 320V, students must have:
- Successfully completed at least 60 hours (junior or senior standing)
- Successfully completed the pre-business core courses
- Cumulative University of Arkansas GPA of at least 2.5
- An eligible job or internship (related to major or minor and career goals)
- Must be working throughout the semester they are enrolled (no credit granted for past work experience)
Credit hour requirements:
- 1 credit hour = 120 cumulative hours of work
- 2 credit hours = 180 cumulative hours of work
- credit hour = 240 cumulative hours of work
Study Abroad Blogs
We encurage you to document your time abroad. Not only does this keep family, friends, and supporters updated on your adventures, it also serves as a personal record of how much the study abroad experience can impact your life, and your perspectives.
Australia
Belize
- Brooke A. https://brookeswanderings.wordpress.com
- Austin J. https://thehogabroad.wordpress.com
- Julie N. https://belizeadventuresblog.wordpress.com
- Emily P. http://canthardlybelizeit.blogspot.com
- Tyler P. https://travelingarkansasgirl.wordpress.com
- Samuel W. https://therazorbackabroad.wordpress.com
Brazil
- Christian B. https://mexicangringoinrio.wordpress.com/
- Jacob B. http://studyabroadarkansas.blogspot.com/2018/06/an-unforgettable-experience-hogsabroad.html
- Ryan B. https://ryanebacks.wordpress.com/
- Kelsey W. https://wheelsinbrazil.wordpress.com/
Chile
China
- Thai D. https://thaidangua.wordpress.com/
- Kennedy H. https://imfineinchina.wordpress.com/blog/
- Molly J. https://worldwidewop.wordpress.com/
- Howard L. https://iamhowardly.wordpress.com/
- Alkesandra M. https://travelingwithaleksie.wordpress.com/
- April R. https://asummerinchina.wordpress.com/
- Alison T. https://alison725.wordpress.com/
- Mengchen Z. https://mengchenzhou.wordpress.com/
Costa Rica
Czech Republic
- Corey T. https://coreyinprague.wordpress.com/
Denmark
- Jennifer B. https://jenniferbuss.wordpress.com/
- Kelsey B. https://kelseyindenmark.wordpress.com/
- Lauren B. https://laurenindenmarkblog.wordpress.com/
- Meaghan P. https://meaghanshus.wordpress.com/
France
- Margaret T. https://anadventureinreims.wordpress.com/
Germany
- Claire B. http://arazorbackontherhine.wordpress.com/
- Nastassja T. https://nastassjasadventuresingermany.wordpress.com/
India
- Nicole D. https://www.instagram.com/NikkiinIndia
- Ann Carol F. https://instagram.com/acinindia/
- Warren F. https://warrenstriptoindia.wordpress.com/
- Grayson G. https://thegenesiscorp.wordpress.com/
- Kelly H. http://www.instagram.com/kellytakesdelh
- Wheeler R. https://wheelerinindia.wordpress.com/
- Samantha S. https://saminindiablog.wordpress.com/
- Sean S. http://seanandthemonkeys.wordpress.com/
- Megan T. http://megtoindia.wordpress.com/
- Seth W. https://sethinindia.wordpress.com/
Ireland
- Mallory K. https://malpaldublingal.wordpress.com/
- Rachel K. https://racheltravelsabroad.wordpress.com/
- Lori M. https://miller1979.wordpress.com/
- Ethan W. https://ewagnerireland.wordpress.com/
- Meghan Z. https://megsirishadventure.wordpress.com/
Italy
- Brittany B. https://littlebinitaly.wordpress.com/
- Jenna B. https://jeninrome.wordpress.com/
- Christine C. https://christineinitaly.wordpress.com/
- Madison H. https://madisonhey.wordpress.com/
- Trevor I. https://ivyinitalyblog.wordpress.com/
- Cathleen L. https://unestateromana.wordpress.com/
- Aleksandra M. https://perlatravelsinpanama.wordpress.com/
- Austin M. https://austinmerimoninitaly.wordpress.com/
- Braden M. https://studyflorence.wordpress.com/
- Cole M. https://colemoreano.wordpress.com/
- Davis M. https://davisgoestoitaly.wordpress.com/2016/05/16/study-abroad-introduction/
- Elena M. https://elenamacaluso.wordpress.com/
- Emily M. https://wanderwithemily.wordpress.com/
- Nicole M. http://www.nicoletakeseurope.wordpress.com/
- Rodney M. https://rockomckenna.wordpress.com/
- Madison N. https://graziemilleitalia.wordpress.com/
- Erin P. https://eringoestoeuropeblog.wordpress.com/
- Amy S. https://amysnotinarkansasanymore.wordpress.com/
- Matthew S. https://rstewartstudyabroad.wordpress.com/
- Samuel S. https://samgoestoitalyblog.wordpress.com/
- Scott S. https://www.instagram.com/scottsimsabroad/
- Austin T. https://austintakesitaly.wordpress.com/
- Margo T. https://margoturner.wordpress.com/
- Taylor T. https://taylertrantham.wordpress.com/
- Allison V. https://allisonitaly.wordpress.com/2016/05/26/allison-goes-to-italy/
Japan
- Macarena A. https://macarenainjapan.wordpress.com/about/
- Hallie B. https://hallieburlew.wordpress.com/
- Kendell B. https://misadventuresinjapan.wordpress.com/
- Jessica L. https://discoveringikigai.wordpress.com/
- John M. https://www.instagram.com/jbmaus
- Cody N. https://nelsonnook.wordpress.com/
- Madison N. https://arigatogozaimasujapan.wordpress.com/
- Harley P. https://harleyphelpsblog.wordpress.com/
- Samuel P. https://phantastictraveltojapan.wordpress.com/
- Robert S. https://jstapp2015.wordpress.com/
Mexico
Mozambique
- Brooke A. https://brookesmozambiqueadventure.wordpress.com/
- Emily E. http://sororitygirlgoneglobal.weebly.com/
- Jessica G. http://totheendoftheearth.weebly.com/
- Annika P. https://takingafrica.wordpress.com/
- Caleb P. https://calebpetersen.wordpress.com/
- Katherine P. https://katherineinpanama2015.wordpress.com/
- Anna T. https://annainmozambique.wordpress.com/
Panama
- Delia A. http://wordpress.uark.edu/sustainablearkansas/2017/05/01/delia-arauz/
- Claire B. https://clairebeach9.wordpress.com/
- Madysen B. https://pensiveinpanama.wordpress.com/
- Cordarius E. https://ahogabroad.wordpress.com/
- Edward E. https://daltonevansinpanama.wordpress.com/
- Emma F. https://emmagoestopanama.wordpress.com/blog/
- Cristal H. https://vloom.wordpress.com/blog/
- Haley H. https://haleyjanaepanama.wordpress.com/
- Kathryn H. https://katinpanama.wordpress.com/
- Ryan H. https://ryanhancock18.wordpress.com/
- Trevor I. https://www.instagram.com/trevortakespanama
- Perla M. https://perlatravelsinpanama.wordpress.com/
- Christen P. https://christenpruitt.wordpress.com/
- Lauren P. https://laurenmeetspanama.wordpress.com/
- Manuela P. https://manupru.wordpress.com/
- Brandon R. https://bjrmusings.wordpress.com/
- Daniel R. https://daninpanamablog.wordpress.com/
- Hannah S. https://hannahinpanama.wordpress.com/
- Jonathon S. https://theslowsteamer.wordpress.com/
- Yuki S. https://yukiinpanama.wordpress.com/
- Olivia T. https://orthomasblog.wordpress.com/
- Sadie W. https://sadieinpanama.wordpress.com/
Russia
Semester at Sea
- Jordan S. https://suitelifeofsanti.wordpress.com/
Spain
- Anabel B. https://boozabroad.wordpress.com/
- Evelyn B. https://evelynenspain.wordpress.com/
- Yulia B. https://yuliainspain.wordpress.com/
- Alyssa H. https://alyssanicolehickswcob.wordpress.com/2016/05/18/blog-post-title/
- Jessica K. https://jessicavaaespana.wordpress.com/
- Eric M. https://ericmabrymadrid.wordpress.com/
- Gabriela M. https://gjmolina.wordpress.com/
- Gabrielle M. https://gabriellemuscari.wordpress.com/
- Evan P. http://wordpress.uark.edu/sustainablearkansas/2016/04/27/evan-page/
- Meghan S. https://meghanshirling.wordpress.com/2016/05/23/getting-to-know-me/
- Jacob W. https://jacobinspainblog.wordpress.com/
Sweden
- Anna A. https://annatakessweden.wordpress.com/
- Andrew M. https://andrewmajzner.wordpress.com/
- Nathanael M. https://nathanaelmickelsonatjibs.wordpress.com/
- Scott Y. https://scottyoull.wordpress.com/
United Kingdom
- Graham H. https://grahaminternabroadlondon.wordpress.com/
- Reed R. https://reedingatcolchester.wordpress.com/
Vietnam
- Heather B. https://heathertakesvietnam.wordpress.com/
- Jessica B. https://baughsadventure.wordpress.com/
- Cordarius E. https://hogsandvietnam.wordpress.com/
- SeungJae L. https://sjinnam.wordpress.com/
- Daniel M. https://danielmitlyngvietnamstudyabroad2016.wordpress.com/
- Hailey P. https://haileygoestovietnam.wordpress.com/
- Will P. https://willinvietnam.wordpress.com/
- Abbey V. https://abbeyabroadblog.wordpress.com/
- Thea W. https://theagoesabroad.wordpress.com/