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Virtual Experiences: Semester Opportunities

IAU is pleased to announce its Virtual Experiences Program for the fall and spring semesters. These virtual programs will draw on IAU's expertise in experiential-based learning while taking advantage of our wide network of professional contacts in France, Spain, Morocco, the United Kingdom, as well as countries in Latin American and Asia. Students will choose from academic courses, global internships, consulting projects,  social impact practicums/experiential learning projects, and virtual courses to customize their virtual experience.

    

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ACADEMICS
As part of this experience, the following options are available: 

Students have the option to take either 3, 6, 9, 12 or 15 academic credits in this virtual program.  Please note that at least 3 credits of total enrollment must consist of a Virtual Internship, Consulting Project, or Social Impact Practicum.   


VIRTUAL PROGRAM DATES
Below are the program dates for IAU's Virtual Semester Experience.  It is important to note however, that while the Virtual Global Internships will take place within the timeframes listed below, the fixed date of the internship is flexible and will be determined by IAU, the international organization, the student, and their home university.  
  • Fall 2020: September 29-December 16
  • Spring 2021: Dates vary, see below for details
    • Social Impact Practicums and Virtual Courses: January 25 - April 30
    • Internship or Consulting Project in Spain: January 25 - April 30
    • Internship or Consulting Project in France: January 25 - May 7 

APPLICATION DEADLINES
Below are the deadlines for IAU's Virtual Semester Experience.  
  • Fall 2020: September 4
  • Spring 2021: December 2

PROGRAM COST
The cost of the virtual program will depend on the number of credits in which students are enrolled. 
  • 3 units: $1,425 (Internship, Consulting Project, or Social Impact Practicum)
  • 6 units: $2,200 (Combination of Internship, Consulting Project, Social Impact Practicums, Virtual Course)
  • 9 units: $2,975 (Combination of Internship, Consulting Project,  Social Impact Practicums, and Virtual Courses)
  • 12-15 units: $4,550 (Combination of Internship, Consulting Project,  Social Impact Practicums, and Virtual Courses - at least 3 units must be the Virtual Internship, Consulting Project, or Social Impact Practicum)

FEES AND DEPOSIT
  • No application fee
  • Enrollment Deposit: $250 due after program admittance 

REFUND POLICY
The cost of the virtual program will depend on the number of credits in which students are enrolled. 
  • 15 days or more prior to program start date: full refund of all fees paid (including enrollment deposit)
  • Within 15 days of program start date: 75% of tuition will be refunded
  • As of program start date or after: no tuition refunds

Virtual Experiences