This Week in EA

• Being Black Abroad - Hot Topic Sessions | Tuesday, Nov. 25 | 12pm-1:00pm | Virtual
  

  What does it truly mean to navigate the world as a Black traveler, and how can understanding your racial identity abroad shape your experiences? How can you connect with others, build community, and find support while embracing your Black identity in a new cultural setting? Come join us for an overview of what it means to be black abroad, tips, sharing experiences and building community!

• Adam Baji UMBC Life Takeover | Tuesday, Nov. 25

  Follow along on the @UMBCLife Instagram as our Abroad Ambassador Adam does a "Day in the Life" from Newcastle, U.K! Catch up on his study abroad so far by reading his blogs!

Study Abroad with ISEP Exchange

Did you know that you can study abroad for the same cost as studying at UMBC? With ISEP Exchange, you pay UMBC tuition and room and board and receive the equivalent abroad! With hundreds of university partnerships around the world, ISEP can help you study abroad almost anywhere! With ISEP Exchange, you rank up to 10 universities in order of preference. Then, based on available space, you will get placed at one of your choice universities. The UMBC deadline for ISEP Exchange Programs in Fall '26, and AY 26-27 is February 1st, 2026. ISEP's deadline is March 1st. You must submit both applications.

Recurring Events and Deadlines

• February 1st, 2026: ISEP Exchange and Nanzan University Fall '26, and AY 26-27 Applications due

• February 16, 2026: Summer 2026 Faculty-led Program Applications due

• March 10th, 2026: Summer (non-faculty led), Fall, and Academic Year 2026-2027 Applications due

• Summer 2026, Fall 2026, and Academic Year 2026-2027 advising is available now! Contact educationabroad@umbc.edu to schedule an advising appointment.

• Faculty-Led Study Abroad Virtual Drop-in Hours
  Tuesday | 3pm-4pm | Virtual

• Study Abroad 101 Sessions
  Monday | 11am-12pm | Virtual
  Tuesday | 2pm-3pm | Virtual
  Wednesday | 1pm-2pm | Virtual