Earn up to 6 academic credits during your summer or winter break.  Our study abroad programs have partnerships with universities who will issue academic credits for our programs upon successful completion.



​Credit Transfer Guide:

  • Our courses are designed in order to facilitate the acceptance of credits by U.S. based and international universities.  
  • Our partner universities are some of the most prestigious and highly accredited in Europe, and so most universities will gladly accept their transfer credits.

Summit Partner Universities:

  • To help make the credit transfer easy, we have partnered with prestigious and accredited universities abroad.
  • Students will officially enroll in the university abroad, and will receive transcripts mailed directly back to their home university in a sealed envelope.
  • All of our universities are fully accredited and highly ranked in their home countries.  (See more information about ESPM in Brazil, IQS School of Management in Barcelona, and UNYP in Prague).
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About the Courses:

Course Syllabus:
  • Course syllabi are available for download directly from our website (see "Courses in Brazil" or "Courses in Europe")
  • Course numbering:  Our courses are designed to be 300-level courses, adequate for undergraduate students, upper division level (The courses are designed to be specific and in-depth, and would usually be taken in the last two years of a traditional four year degree program).
  • Each of the courses is worth 3.0 U.S. semester credit hours (6.0 ECTS and Australian credits)
  • Each 3.0 credit course will include 48 academic hours, composed of in-class instruction and technical visits to local companies and organizations.  
  • Detailed class agendas are available upon request, and will be supplied to the student in their orientation guidebooks.

Transcripts:
  • Upon completion of the program, our host university (ESPM, UNYP, or IQS) will issue the transcripts (along with a signed certificate of participation) in a sealed envelope directly back to your home university.  This document will outline the courses completed, letter and number grades, professors, and more.  Samples of transcripts and certificates are available upon request.

Credit Transfer Guide for Students:

Guide for Students:  Before going abroad
To ensure that you receive academic credit for your study abroad courses, follow these steps:
  1. Print out this page and the PDF course syllabuses for each course you plan to take.
  2. Visit your study abroad office and bring the course syllabuses with you. Show them the Summit Study Abroad program and the information about the host university where you will be enrolled. It is important to visit the study abroad office first, as they will help you navigate the many aspects of studying abroad, including credit transfer and financial aid requirements. Note that some study abroad offices may try to encourage you to participate in a different program, but it is ultimately up to you to decide which program is the best fit for you.
  3. See the list of "suggested questions" below
  4. After meeting with the study abroad office, schedule a meeting with your academic adviser. Bring the course syllabuses with you to this meeting. Your academic adviser will help you determine which courses are appropriate for you to take and how they will fit into your academic plan.
  5. Once you have received approval from both your study abroad office and academic adviser, you are ready to enroll in the Summit Study Abroad program and begin preparing for your time abroad.
Guide for Students:  After returning home
To receive academic credit for your study abroad courses, follow these steps:
  1. Upon completion of the program, you may want to request a transcript from your host university or academic partner university.  Summit Global Education will help you with this.  We will need you to tell us exactly where the transcript should go (email and physical mailing address, along with a phone number).  Note; A transcript is an official document that lists the courses you took, the number of credit hours, your grades, and other relevant information. You will need a transcript in order to receive credit for your study abroad courses at your home university.
  2. Make sure that all final payments for the Summit Global Education program have been received by the financial department. Your host university or academic partner university will not issue your transcripts until all payments have been received.
  3. Once your host university or academic partner university has issued your transcripts, they will be mailed to your home university in a sealed envelope (they can also be emailed).
  4. If you do not receive your transcripts within a reasonable amount of time, follow up with Summit, who will contact your host university or academic partner university to ensure that they were mailed.

Additional Information:

2-TYPES OF CREDIT TRANSFERS:
  1. GENERAL CREDITS:
General credits are courses that can be taken to fulfill any remaining credit requirements you may have for your degree. If you still need general credits, it is likely that you will be able to transfer credits from your study abroad program to your home university. We recommend that you consider taking general credits while studying abroad, even if you do not need them for graduation. Having international academic experience on your official transcripts can be beneficial in the job market after graduation.

     2.  CREDITS WITHIN YOUR MAJOR:
If you are trying to get credit for courses within your major, you will need to do some research to determine whether the courses offered by Summit Global Education match your credit requirements. Follow these steps:
  1. Review your academic plan or degree requirements and make a list of the courses you still need to complete.
  2. Print out the full list of optional courses that Summit Global Education offers.
  3. Carefully compare the courses on your list to the courses offered by Summit. If you find any potential matches, make a note of them.
  4. Prepare a list of questions to ask your academic adviser when you meet with them. You may want to ask about potential course substitutions or other options for fulfilling your credit requirements.
  5. When you meet with your academic adviser, bring your list of potential courses and your list of questions. Be prepared to suggest courses that you think might be eligible for transfer, even if they are not a perfect match for your credit requirements.

Students from previous programs

At Summit Global Education, we are committed to helping our students receive academic credit for their study abroad experiences. We have a long history of working with students from a variety of universities to ensure that their credits are transferred successfully. To give you an idea of the range of universities that have sent students to our programs in the past, we have compiled a list of institutions from which we have previously seen students attend. While this list is by no means exhaustive, it should give you a sense of the types of universities that have had success with the credit transfer process after participating in our programs.
USA alumni:
Barry University
Chapman University
Florida Gulf Coast University
Florida International University
Grand Valley State University
Hofstra University
James Madison University
Marist College
Miami University
Michigan State University
NYU
Ohio State University
Rollins College
Saint Mary’s College of California
Seton Hall University
SUNY Albany
Temple University
Tennessee Technological University
Texas A&M University
University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)
University of California, Berkley
University of Colorado, Boulder
University of Iowa
University of Montevallo
University of Southern Maine
University of Texas, Austin
University of Vermont
University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee
Virginia Tech
Wesleyan University
... and more...
If you don't see your university on the list (yet)... Don't worry!  We are adding new students all the time!   ​Contact us to request help getting your credits transferred. Our team is here to help!
International alumni:
Ecole Polytechnique, Paris, France
American University, Armenia
Universidad Torcuato Di Tella, Argentina
University of Mumbai, India
University of Southern Denmark
ESPM, Brazil

Confused?  Need Help?:

​HELP GETTING YOUR COURSES APPROVED

If you are having difficulty getting your courses approved for credit transfer, we offer an additional service to help you find a solution. Here's how it works:
  1. Contact us by email
  2. Review your academic plan or degree requirements and make a list of the courses you still need to complete.
  3. Email your list of required courses to Summit Global Education.
  4. A member of our team will review your list and provide recommendations for which Summit Global Education courses might fit your requirements. We will let you know if there are any potential matches and provide guidance on how to pursue them.

Still need help? 
  • If you need assistance in the credit transfer process, please ask your academic adviser to contact us. 
  • Or, you can send us an email with your adviser's name and phone number, and we would be happy to contact them on your behalf and provide any additional support we can.

Internships (for credit):

  • Could you get academic credit for an INTERNSHIP? 
  • Many students are able, and we can customize the internship to fit your major!  Find out more here

Suggested questions

When preparing to study abroad with Summit Global Education, it is important to consult with your academic, study abroad, and financial services advisors to ensure that you have a clear understanding of the credit transfer process and how it will impact your academic progress. To help you get started, we have compiled a list of questions that you can ask your advisors to get the information you need. Keep in mind that these questions are meant to be a starting point and you may have additional questions or concerns that are specific to your situation. Remember to take the time to carefully consider your goals and priorities, and don't hesitate to ask for help if you need it.

Questions to Ask Your Academic Advisor:

  • Which courses must I complete on campus in order to fulfill my degree requirements?
  • What are the core requirements for my major, and which ones can I complete abroad?
  • Are there any prerequisites that I still need to meet in order to progress in my major? How will studying abroad impact my progress?
  • How many upper-division credit hours do I still need to complete in order to graduate?
  • Do I have any remaining elective credits (lower or upper division) in my major that I could complete abroad?
  • Are there any "in-residence" requirements for my degree that must be completed on campus?


Questions to Ask Your Study Abroad Advisor:

  • How can I obtain academic credit for the courses I take abroad with Summit Global Education?
  • What is the process for getting my courses approved for credit transfer?
  • How can I prepare an estimated budget for my study abroad program and identify which expenses I need to plan for?
  • Beyond the options offered by Summit, where can I find information about study abroad scholarships and financial aid options?


Questions to Ask Your Financial Services Advisor:

  • How can I learn more about getting a loan to fund my study abroad program with Summit Global Education?
  • What types of loans and financial aid am I currently receiving, and will these be impacted if I study abroad?
  • Is there a maximum amount of loans that I am allowed to receive per year? If so, have I already reached this maximum?
  • When can I expect the funds for my study abroad program to be made available?
  • Will my current financial aid situation be affected by any additional scholarships or aid that I receive?