Biology Abroad
Program Suggestions
Explore these featured programs, offering courses that can help biology majors meet their requirements while experiencing the world! Note that biology students are not limited to these programs or locations. The Padnos International Center is happy to help students find additional programs that meet thier degree requirements.
Faculty-Led Programs
Location |
Program |
Notes |
Available Courses |
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Ecuador |
Faculty-Led Biology programs rotate |
BIO 417: Tropical Field Biology (3 credits) AND NRM 407: Natural Resources and Society (3 credits) *Fulfills Global Perspectives and 2 Issues |
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South Africa |
Faculty-led Biology programs rotate. Wildlife Biology in South Africa is offered Summer 2025 Faculty-led programs have a $500 deposit due two weeks after notification of acceptance. |
NRM 407: Natural Resources and Society (3 credits) and BIO 417: International Field Biology (3 credits) *Fulfills General Education Global Perspectives requirement. *Fulfills entire General Education Issues requirement. Reflection required. |
Semester and Academic Year Coursework Programs
Location |
Program, Host Institution, or University Name |
Program Type |
Notes |
Courses |
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Australia |
For more information or to apply, check out the Macquarie Program Brochure |
Exchange |
BIO 215 |
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South Korea |
For more information or to apply, check out the TEAN Korea University Program Brochure |
Provider |
BIO 380 |
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Tanzania |
For more information or to apply,check out the Wildlife Management Program Brochure |
Provider |
This program could be a good match for students interested in wildlife biology, wildlife management, or ecology. |
BIO 380 |
Summer Coursework Programs
Location |
Program |
Program Type |
Notes |
Courses |
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Costa Rica |
For more information or to apply, check out the GVSU in Costa Rica program brochure |
Provider |
This is a GVSU Signature program, offering additional support and discounts for students! |
BIO 380 |
Turks and Caicos Islands |
For more information or to apply, check out the Marine Fauna program brochure |
Provider |
SFS |
BIO 380 |
Restrictions
- Students may NOT take BIO 495 Capstone abroad.
- Courses will be reviewed on a case by case basis through the course equivalency process.
Explore Other Program Options
There are other program options available. Schedule a study abroad advising appointment to learn more or for in-person advising, visit us 10am-4pm Monday-Friday at 130 Lake Ontario Hall
616-331-3898

Internships
Gain real-world experience globally and build your international network by participating in a Biology internship abroad.

Scholarship Opportunities
Ross W. Perry Bachelor of Science/Core Sciences Major Scholarship
Las Gralarias Foundation Ecuador Study Abroad Scholarship
Professor Paul A. Huizenga Biology Education Scholarship
Howard and Rose Stein Biology Scholarship
Apply for these scholarships: myScholarships - Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships - Grand Valley State University
Explore more scholarship opportunities through our scholarship page.
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