Study Away

PLU is a globally focused university that remains committed to providing high quality study away programs as a high-impact experiential practice that enhances students’ capacity for critical thought, written and verbal expression, intercultural communication, as well as their knowledge about the interconnectedness of the world through the exploration of links between classroom learning and community settings at home and abroad.  

Given the ongoing worldwide impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, PLU community members may have questions about study away during this time. As the situation changes, the Study Away FAQs will continue to be updated. In addition, prospective study away applicants and accepted students who are preparing for departure should review the Wang Center’s COVID-19 Protocol for Study Away.

The Wang Center, in partnership with university officials, will continue to monitor a range of risk indicators including but not limited to health, safety, wellbeing, and the impact of PLU programs on local communities related to COVID-19 in PLU program locations.