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Why Study Abroad?

  • Students can earn credits and take care of GE requirements by studying in another country with LPC faculty and students.
  • Studies show that study abroad is associated with higher graduation rates, improved intercultural skills, and personal growth--all of which are valuable to you, to college admissions officers, and to future employers!
  • Here is an article about the importance of travel abroad from Go Overseas. (As you read, keep in mind that they are also trying to sell you on specific trips, but the information on the benefits of travel abroad is worthwhile.)

Why Global Experience Should Be a College Requirement

Summer 2027: Seville, Spain

June 4 to July 4, Seville

July 5 to July 17 Online in Canvas

Students will take two Humanities GE courses:

  • Anthropology 2 - Introduction to Archaeology
  • Humanities 11 - Culture and the Arts I: Ancient World to the Renaissance

Informational Slide Show

How to Afford Study Abroad

Next Steps: 

  • Check your unofficial transcript to confirm your GPA is 2.0 and that you are in good standing.
  • Start your application by clicking on "Enroll Here!!!" below.
  • Contact Daniel Cearley or Dr. Wing Brooks with any questions.
  • Make an appointment with a counselor soon so that you can work the courses into your Student Educational Plan.
  • Contact LPC Financial Aid (and fill out the FAFSA if you have not already) so that you can learn more about using financial aid and federal Pell Grant funds to study abroad. Review the slide show and the links below for scholarships you can apply for!

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Scholarships and Grants Remaining:

Pell Grants

Students can access their federal Pell Grants once they consult with a financial aid counselor. To be considered full-time, they would also want to take an additional 6 units during the second 5-week summer session.

Federal Direct Loan Program

This would be useful to help students cover their program fee while they are waiting for scholarship money to be awarded or summer financial aid to arrive. To qualify for a Direct Loan, students must:
✔ Complete the FAFSA and submit required financial aid documents.
✔ Meet Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) requirements.
✔ Be enrolled in at least 6 units at Las Positas College in an eligible degree or certificate program.
✔ Have a Student Educational Plan (SEP) on file.
✔ Not be in default on any prior student loans or owe a repayment of Title IV financial aid.

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Study Abroad Info Sessions Fall