The University of Notre Dame ranks second in the nation for study abroad participation among doctoral universities, according to the latest Institute of International Education Open Doors report.
The new designation, which places Notre Dame in second place with a 77 percent participation rate for undergraduate students in 2021-22, recognises the University’s commitment to global education.
“This recognition is a tribute to the University’s commitment to inspiring future leaders to explore and experience other cultures and to learn beyond the United States,” said Michael Pippenger, vice president and associate provost for internationalisation.
“I am proud of our study abroad team for continuing to create more opportunities for students and for encouraging students to be intentional in their choice of study abroad locations and programmes. I am also proud of our students, their intrepid curiosity and their willingness to embrace intercultural education.”
Notre Dame International’s Study Abroad Office administers more than 60 semester study abroad programmes in more than 30 countries around the world. While abroad, students are encouraged to participate in internships, integrate their academic studies with community engagement, and conduct research with leading scholars.
Open Doors is administered by the Institute of International Education with support from the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs of the U.S. Department of State.
