Study Abroad and Council of Christian Colleges and University Study Programs
Evangel University offers a variety of off-campus programs for their College of Arts and Sciences undergraduate students. A number of these are available through the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities (CCCU), an association of 95 institutions of arts and sciences in the U.S. and Canada. Based in Washington, D.C., this coalition is the primary organization in North America devoted specifically to serve and strengthen Christ-centered higher education. The programs offer unique opportunities for students to make the world their classroom. The Council’s main functions are to promote cooperation and interact among colleges/universities, provide opportunities for personal and professional growth for administrators, faculty, and students, monitor government and legal issues, and promote these institutions to the public.
Because Evangel University is a member of the Council, these diverse off-campus study programs are available to juniors and seniors who have a minimum GPA of 3.0. For further information about academic requirements, financial arrangements, and schedule planning, see the Vice President of Academic Affairs or contact CCCU.
CCCU Semester Study Programs
- Contemporary Music Center, Nashville
- Los Angeles Film Studies Center
- Australia Studies Center
- Uganda Studies Program
- Latin American Studies Program
- Middle East Studies Program
- Oxford Summer Programme
- Chez Vous: a relational language study program in Normandy, France which helps students connect with French people, culture, history, faith and daily life.
Other Off-Campus Programs
In addition to the CCCU programs, the university offers other off-campus and overseas internships for any student who desires an overseas component to his or her education. Some of these have been arranged by Evangel’s staff. Others are available through other institutional affiliations and arrangements. Listed below are some of the opportunities available.
Institut Mediterranean de Langues et Services. (IMLS Institute) A French language program for foreign students which combines volunteer service with academic credit.
Wilson’s Creek National Battlefield. Evangel students participating in activities under this agreement will be currently enrolled as National Park Service Volunteers- in-Parks for interpretation and historic living history demonstrations at Wilson’s Creek National Battlefield.
International Studies Abroad (ISA). For 20 years, International Studies Abroad has provided college students in the United States and Canada the opportunity to explore the world. ISA offers a wide variety of study abroad programs at accredited schools and universities in Argentina, Belgium, Chile, Czech Republic, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, England, France, Italy, Mexico, Morocco, Peru, and Spain.
Jerusalem University. Evangel is consortium member with the Jerusalem University College, an institution offering specialized instruction in historical geography, archaeology, biblical and Semitic languages, and the history of the Holy Land.
Israel Study Program. Evangel students have the unique opportunity to study in the land of the Bible. Approximately every two years, 2- to 4-week study trips are taken to Israel, Egypt and Jordan to study the Scriptures in their original contexts. Led by Theology faculty, these experiences help student develop life-long tools to better understand the Bible. Students have the option of earning 3 semester hours of credit.
Other Programs. Other programs will be considered. Contact your academic advisor before applying.