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Villanova University sponsors International Summer Programs in Europe, Asia, and Latin America. These summer programs, open to both VU and non-VU students, offer opportunities in three areas of study:

These summer programs are either intensive language, literature and civilization programs, Villanova School of Business programs, or area studies programs. The Office of International Studies plans, coordinates, and implements all Villanova University overseas study programs, study centers and on-campus educational activities. VU summer programs are directed by Villanova University Faculty Program Coordinators (FPC) from all academic disciplines and departments. Instruction is offered by VU Faculty Program Coordinators as well as faculty members associated with the host institution.

For more information on specific Villanova University International Summer Programs, please choose a location from the listing in the margin or a program type from the categories listed above.

After completing a Villanova Summer Program, please respond to the following survey:
Summer Program Evaluation

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Summer Applications are due NO LATER than February 27, 2009. Admission is based on rolling admissions, programs may fill prior to February 27, 2009.

Please download the summer program application packet which includes all the information necessary to apply to a Villanova University summer program: Instructions, application, reference forms, medical form, release form.

2009 Summer Program Application Packet

General Summer Policies

• 2.75 GPA or better on a 4.0 scale. Some programs may require a higher GPA.
• Full-time university status without any financial holds, academic or disciplinary probation.
• An interview with the Faculty Program Coordinator is required in order to be accepted into any program.
• Attendance at all pre-departure orientation sessions as required by the Faculty Program Coordinator.
• All non-VU students must contact the Faculty Program Coordinator directly for additional program information.
• Students must attend program through the stated dates. Early departures are not allowed.
• All programs are subject to a $15 general fee.
• VU students are not allowed to take Distance-Learning courses while participating in a VU summer program.

Additional Academic Requirements and/or Special Instructions may be listed within the specific program descriptions and/or on the Web.

Grade Transfer Policy

Villanova School of Business (VSB) students participating on VU Business programs whose courses are taught by VU faculty members or adjunct, VU hired faculty members will result in letter grades. Students taking courses taught by non-VU faculty members will receive credit transfer (‘T’). Courses taken by VSB students participating on VU Arts & Sciences (A&S) programs will receive letter grades.

Villanova University College of Arts & Science students participating on VU A&S programs will receive letter grades. VU A & S students participating on VU Business programs whose courses are taught by VU faculty or adjunct, VU hired faculty members will receive letter grades. Courses taught by non-VU faculty members will result in credit transfer (‘T’).

Villanova University College of Nursing students participating on VU A&S programs will receive letter grades. VU A&S students participating on VU Business programs whose courses are taught by VU faculty or adjunct, VU hired faculty members will receive letter grades. Courses taught by non-VU faculty members will result in credit transfer (‘T’).

Villanova University College of Engineering students participating on VU A&S programs will receive letter grades. VU A&S students participating on VU Business programs whose courses are taught by VU faculty or adjunct, VU hired faculty members will receive letter grades. Courses taught by non-VU faculty members will result in credit transfer (‘T’).