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:
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About the Courses:
Course Syllabus:
Transcripts:
- 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:
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Guide for Students: After returning home
To receive academic credit for your study abroad courses, follow these steps:
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Additional Information:
2-TYPES OF CREDIT TRANSFERS:
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:
- GENERAL CREDITS:
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:
- Review your academic plan or degree requirements and make a list of the courses you still need to complete.
- Print out the full list of optional courses that Summit Global Education offers.
- Carefully compare the courses on your list to the courses offered by Summit. If you find any potential matches, make a note of them.
- 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.
- 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:
Still need help?
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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:
Questions to Ask Your Study Abroad Advisor:
Questions to Ask Your Financial Services 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?