Summer Programs
As of Fall 2022, a phased restart of study abroad programming is in progress. Faculty-led programs for Summer 2023 will be confirmed in January 2023. Please check our homepage for updates!
Past summer programs administered and managed by Hunter are listed below. Some are faculty-led, while others are programs that we have previously partnered with. These programs may or may not run in Summer 2023, and an updated list will be published in January 2023. Other summer study abroad programs are listed at the bottom of the page in the OTHER OPPORTUNITIES box. P{sta Rica
ICDS Summer Programs
Hunter College joins forces with the International Center for Development Studies (ICDS) to offer two exciting summer opportunities: Spanish and Community Health in Latin America and Spanish and Sustainability Practices in Latin America. Please click on each link below to see full programmatic details. You can also learn more about ICDS here.
Spanish and Health in Latin America
Tentative Dates: late June - late July 2023, TBA
Spanish and Sustainability Practices in Latin America
Tentative Dates: late May - late June 2023, TBA
Hunter College of Education TESOL Programs
Teaching English in Global Contexts:· EDESL 703· (3 Credits)
Click here to view the Costa Rica 2023 Program Flyer!
This faculty-led program offers students the opportunity to immerse themselves in critical inquiry about English language teaching in settings outside the U.S. Students will delve into descriptions of the opportunities and challenges in language teaching worldwide by directly experiencing teaching English as a foreign language and serving as a volunteer teacher in Costa Rican English language teaching programs. Students will also have the opportunity to visit K-12 Costa Rican public schools and adult teaching contexts.
Students will simultaneously engage in Spanish language learning at their proficiency level at the ILISA Language School. Spanish classes will be provided to all participants, and are small group and at your level of proficiency from beginner-native speaker. Students can opt into 3 credits in Spanish language. The for-credit option would include classes continued on via remote instruction. For more information, please see the full program page.
Information Session to be held on December 1 at 5 PM EST. REGISTER HERE!
Bahamas
This field course provides students with a unique opportunity to gain research experience in the field by participating in a study of the vocalizations and behavior of wild dolphins. The course has two components: 1) a one-day lecture-workshop held at Hunter College in May prior to the field course, and 2) participation in a 12 day field program in June at the Bahamas field site.
Dates: TBA
Dolphin Behavior & Communication
England
This program will explore the diversity of theatrical offerings in London and vicinity, providing a wide-ranging rich understanding of British theater practiced today, both traditional and modern.
Tentative Dates: TBA
France
In collaboration with the Hunter College Department of Romance Languages, we recommend two program options for students interested in studying French language and culture: USAC's programs in Lyon and Pau.
Dates: See USAC's website for details
Italy
The Central Mediterranean Archaeology program takes places in three locations in Sicily: Stromboli and Lipari, a volcanic island in the Aeolian Archipelago, and Cannatello, on the southern coast of Sicily.
Tentative Dates: TBA
Latvia
The program will explore the "Baltic chapter" of Russian literature and culture and offer students unlimited opportunities for immersive language learning.
Tentative Dates: TBA
Poland
The program, organized in cooperation with the Kosciuszko Foundation and offered at the prestigious Jagiellonian University, includes intensive Polish language instructions.
Dates: TBA
See the Kosciuszko Foundation website for general information.
Scotland
The experience of living and working on the North Atlantic island of Rousay immerses students in northern maritime ecology and provides a chance to do real field science as part of an international team.
Tentative Dates: TBA
Spain (Canary Islands)
Considered a bridge between Africa, America and Europe, the Canary Islands is an autonomous region of Spain. This program focuses on subtitling, including insights into the situation of the current audiovisual market, work methodology for translators and technologies applied to the audiovisual area.
Tentative Dates: TBA
Spain (Madrid)
Experience one of the liveliest cities in the world: Madrid! The program encompasses college-level undergraduate programs for six credits each in June or July, or one Intensive Program for twelve credits - June and July combined.
Dates:
Session 1: June 1 - June 28, 2023
Session 2: July 3 - July 28, 2023
Germany
In collaboration with the Hunter College German Department, we recommend two program options for students interested in studying German language and culture: SUNY Cortland's program in Fulda or CUNY Queens College's program in Berlin.
Dates: See SUNY Cortland (Fulda) and CUNY Queens (Berlin) websites for details
Japan
This program offers students the opportunity to study Japanese language and culture while also learning about Japan's unique traditional theatre forms. The program begins with a brief stay in Tokyo and then moves to Sado Island, a beautiful, remote island off the west coast of Japan that is home to many wonderful performance traditions.
Tentative Dates: TBA
Israel
Learn about the breadth and diversity of Israeli dance and dance education in the context of the historical, cultural, political and social conditions of modern day Israel. This program starts in Jerusalem and then moves to Kibbutz Gaaton and Tel Aviv.
Tentative Dates: TBA
Madagascar
This program offers students the unique opportunity to explore Madagascar's rich biological and cultural diversity, and learn about the major conservation challenges to preserving both people and place.
Tentative Dates: TBA
Nursing Program TBA
Dates: TBA
Inquiries: Prof. Kotowski: ak2708@hunter.cuny.edu
Japan (Meijo University)
Thanks to our ongoing partnership with Meijo University, Hunter students interested in short-term study in Nagoya can participate in the Meijo Summer School. This program is open to Hunter College students ONLY.
Tentative Dates: June 22 - July 4, TBA
England (Queen Mary University of London)
Thanks to our ongoing partnership with Queen Mary University of London, Hunter students interested in short-term study in London can participate in the Queen Mary Summer School. This program is open to Hunter College students ONLY.
Dates: See QMUL website for details
Netherlands (University of Amsterdam)
Thanks to our ongoing partnership with the University of Amsterdam, Hunter students interested in short-term study in Amsterdam can participate in the UvA Summer School. This program is open to Hunter College students ONLY.
Dates: See UvA website for details
Other Opportunities
Still searching for the perfect summer opportunity? Hunter College students can also study abroad through CUNY, Affiliated programs (SUNY, CIEE, CIS Abroad, IES Abroad, and USAC), or may submit an External program for approval.
Check out our guidelines for study abroad through CUNY!
Check out our guidelines for study abroad through Affiliated programs!
Check out our guidelines for study abroad through External programs!
Note that all tuition costs on program descriptions are listed above at the in state rate for matriculated CUNY students. If you pay out of state tuition and/or you plan to apply to one of our programs as a non-degree (non-CUNY) student, your tuition rate will be higher.
Additionally, program fees are calculated based on the tuition rate at Hunter College. If you attend a CUNY community college, you may be required to pay the tuition differential.
Please check Hunter's Tuition Charge Table and contact the Office of Education Abroad with any questions.