Dietrich and CGS Global Experiences Program Information
Pitt students can take part in over 350 global programs in more than 75 countries. Research in London, service-learning in Bolivia, discovering what it takes to be a first responder in the Himalayas and more—the Dietrich School and College of General Studies have you covered. Most programs are led by Pitt faculty and can help you satisfy general education, electives, or major/minor/certificate requirements. Together, we are Taking Pitt to the World and Bringing the World to Pitt!
Learn more on the Global Experiences Office website.
Expand Your Global Mindset
Explore opportunities to globalize your education through study abroad, international research, service-learning or internship, while earning credits toward graduation. All global experiences are offered for academic credit and can help you satisfy general education credits, electives, or major/minor/certificate requirements. Pitt offers a wide variety of global opportunities, from semester programs to short-term spring break and summer options that can fit your busy schedule. Adding a global element to your degree sets you apart from the thousands of applicants, employers get each year. You will also gain life-changing experiences, cross-cultural learning, and a greater sense of self-awareness and accomplishment.
- Explore Programs
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With more than 350 programs in 75 countries, Pitt Global Experiences has something for everyone. Ultimately, the right program will depend on your own goals and desires.
- Academic Credits
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Your global experience can earn you academic credit and help set you apart from the thousands of applicants employers get each year.
- Professional Experiences Abroad (i.e. internships, research, service-learning)
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Internships abroad give students the opportunity to gain hands-on professional experience in their chosen field in a global setting. These experiences enhance your resume and help you develop skills that are highly sought after by employers.
- Funding Global Experience
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Much like the countries and cultures in which you can study, the cost of participating in a program can vary widely and is affected by a variety of factors. While you may want to focus on the more exciting aspects of the process, it is important to understand the total cost of your experience and the varying ways in which you can finance your program.
Contact Us
From the minute you connect with the Dietrich Global Experiences Team, you’ll have an extra advisor in your corner. We’ll make sure you’re prepared for your global experience before it starts — but that’s just the beginning. We’ll help you contextualize what you’ve learned at the end of your program. We’ll connect you to other experiences, internships, or projects that take what you’ve done and build on it. We’ll help translate your global experiences into the kind of language that creates a stand-out résumé. Reach out!