Experiences

Experiential learning is a hallmark of the Mary Baldwin experience. International study and cross-cultural competence is a vital component of a transformative education that develops graduates prepared for active participation in cross-cultural issues.

Ways to study abroad at MBU:

  1. May Term and Summer Abroad courses
    • These courses are led by MBU faculty and staff members, and change annually.
  2. International Exchange Partnerships
    • Study abroad for a semester or year in Japan, South Korea, India, Taiwan or Northern Ireland.
  3. Third Party programs
    • These providers offer study abroad options in virtually any country. Recently a MBU student has gone to Singapore through CIEE.
Exchange Program at Soka University

Exchange Program at Soka University Soka University

Hachioji, Japan
Sep 1, 2025
Study Abroad

Soka University is a co-ed university located in Hachioji near Tokyo. Since Soka University follows the Japanese academic calendar, students …

Asian Studies Program at Kansai Gaidai University

Asian Studies Program at Kansai Gaidai University Kansai Gaidai University

Hirakata, Japan
Aug 19, 2025
Study Abroad

Study abroad for a semester or year at Kansai Gaidai University, a co-ed international university with a study abroad program …

Japanese Studies Program (JSP) at Doshisha Women’s College of Liberal Arts (DWCLA)

Japanese Studies Program (JSP) at Doshisha Women’s College of Liberal Arts (DWCLA) Doshisha Women's College of Liberal Arts

Kyoto, Japan
Sep 24, 2025
Study Abroad

DWCLA is a women’s college located in Kyoto, Japan that offers a Japanese Studies Program (JSP) each fall from September …