Los Rios Study Abroad
Overview
The Los Rios Study Abroad Program helps students explore the world while earning academic credit and developing personal and professional skills. (Adventure and fun is included too!) All students and faculty come from Northern California community colleges, and classes are taught in English. Support staff are provided in each country for illnesses, counseling, and any questions or issues that arise. In most circumstances, students with US passports will not need a travel visa to participate in study abroad.
Minimum Participation Requirements
- 18 years of age
- 12 units of college completed (units do not have to be from Los Rios Colleges, but credit from AP scores and similar don't qualify)
- 2.25-2.50 grade point average (GPA); varies by program
- Be in good academic standing
Our programs are administered in partnership with the American Institute for Foreign Study (AIFS).
Understanding Semester vs Summer Programs
| Semester Program | Summer Program | |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 90 days (13 weeks) and include a mid-term break | 30 days (4 to 5 weeks) |
| Academia |
Semester program students are required to take 12 units, comprised of:
|
Summer program students will complete one 3 or 4 unit class. The class is taught by a Los Rios faculty member who organizes and accompanies the students. |
| Expense | $8,000 to $10,000 Not including airfare, meals, tuition, books, side trips, and personal expenses. |
$4,000 to $5,000 Not including airfare, meals, tuition, books, side trips, and personal expenses. |
| Participation | 80 to 100 students participate with four instructors – one from a Los Rios college and three from other Northern California community colleges. | About 20 to 30 students participate with one instructor, with most, if not all, coming from Los Rios colleges. |
| Amenities | Housing consists of either shared apartments or shared homestays (not all programs have both options). | Housing consists of either shared apartments or shared homestays (not all programs have both options). |
Additional Information
- Financial aid, scholarships, and other funding opportunities are available to help with program expenses.
- Faculty – learn more and explore teaching abroad.
Semester Programs
Study in Florence, Italy
Los Rios college students have the opportunity to study in Florence, Italy in the Spring of 2025.
Study in London, England (UK)
Los Rios college students have the opportunity to study in London, England (UK) in the Fall of 2024.
Summer Programs
Study in Florence, Italy
Los Rios students have the opportunity to study in Florence, Italy in the Summer of 2025.
Study in Kyoto, Japan
Los Rios students have the opportunity to study in Kyoto, Japan in the Summer of 2025.
Study in London, England
Los Rios students have the opportunity to study in London, England in the Summer of 2025.
Study in Paris, France
Los Rios students have the opportunity to study in Paris, France in the Summer of 2025.
Study in Tanzania, Africa
Los Rios students have the opportunity to study in Tanzania, Africa in the Summer of 2024.