What You’ll Do

• Improve your academic English language skills through reading, writing and classroom participation
• Earn undergraduate* academic credit taking courses alongside UW students
• Deepen your knowledge in international studies, including issues relating to politics, economics and the environment
• Work on assignments that explore creative ways to solve global problems and produce positive change

*Graduate courses (500 and above) aren't available in Global Connections.

Program Features

• A varied course offering that includes English language instruction and high-quality academic elective courses in subjects such as literature, psychology and history
• An opportunity to take international studies courses, where you’ll learn about current global challenges from different perspectives
• A joint offering by the UW Jackson School of International Studies and UW International & English Language Programs

Who Should Apply

This program is for students who have completed a minimum of one year of university-level coursework at an overseas university and want to study at a top American university.

You must have intermediate to advanced English skills to participate. For admissions requirements, see How to Apply.

Schedule

Student schedules vary based on their program level and course choices. For details, see Courses. 

Cost

The cost information presented below is based on one quarter (3 months) of study in the Global Connections program.

Tuition

Other Expenses