Semester
College Courses, Customized Internships, & Christian Discipleship
This experiential learning program on the East Coast, is designed to teach, mentor, and train college students in spiritual formation and professional development. We partner with churches, clinics, agencies, and local community leaders to provide transformative learning experiences for you.
Whether you’re studying business, public health, political science, social work, ministry, or anything in between, we believe this is the place for you to grow and make an impact.
Courses
In and outside of the classroom, learn about the complex realities of public health, the intersection of ministry and social work, politics, and everything in between. You will gain a new perspective on the joyful work that God is completing in your community.
Internships
Learn from experts in your future profession. Whatever your major–we place you at an organization related to your interests. Develop skillsets that prepare you for life after college.
Community
Our staff and faculty disciple and mentor you throughout the program. Community comes to life through shared meals, processing your internship, and navigating the city together.
Courses
You can select from the variety of other courses for a total of 12-18 credits. All courses are offered during both the spring and fall semester. Depending on the academic track you select, there may be one or two required courses.
Internship Opportunities
Our semester program includes a built-in internship where you participate in 120-480 hours in a field related to your major. The internship is paired with a seminar course that provides opportunities for you to process and learn with other students and professors.
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Business
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Christian Ministry
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Education
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Law
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Non-Profit Leadership
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Nursing
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Political Science
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Public Health
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Public Policy
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Social Work
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And More
This off-campus study experience offers unique professional and academic opportunities for you. You’ll intern at leading institutions, learn at historic sites, and engage with the dynamic communities and cultures of the East Coast.
In our semester program, you’ll learn to thrive in urban life by engaging with the amazing people, communities, and cultures of four historic East Coast cities–Washington D.C., New York City, Philadelphia, and Baltimore.
Community
Program Cost: $16,800 per semester*
What’s Included:
Tuition for 12-18 credit hours
Customized Internship based on your major
On-Campus Housing
Arrival and departure airport transportation
2/3 of all meals during the program
Full-time onsite staff and support
Christian community and discipleship
Public transportation passes for the city and surrounding areas
Multi-day educational excursions to Washington D.C., Philadelphia, and New York City
*Cost depends on your home institution. In most cases, if you are a student at one of our partner schools a semester with us will not cost you more than what you are currently paying for school! Please contact your off-campus study coordinator for details.
Program Details
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August 20 - Arrival Day
August 21 - Program begins
August 21-29 - Block Course
September 1-November 28 - Additional Courses
December 1-4 - Exams and Debrief
December 5 - Departure
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January 6 - Arrival Day
January 7 - Program begins
January 7-23 - Block Course begins
January 26-April 23 - Additional Courses
April 27-30 - Exams and Debrief
May 1 - Departure
What You’ll Get
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Christian Community
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Leadership Development
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Vocational Training
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Biblical Discipleship
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Cross-Cultural Competencies
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Personal Empowerment
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Professional Networking
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