The opportunity to study in another country is an integral part of the educational philosophy of Colby College. The Precepts adopted by the faculty in 1989 state that a Colby education should encourage students "to become acquainted with other cultures by learning a foreign language and by living and studying in another country or by closely examining a culture other than one's own."
Consistent with these principles, Colby's philosophy of off-campus study is as follows:
- The off-campus study experience should be part of the student's overall academic plan developed by the student and the student's advisor, and should enhance the student's program of study during the year(s) following return to Colby.
- Study abroad should provide a cultural experience substantially different from the student's own.
- Study abroad should provide, when appropriate, a linguistic experience that involves a language different from one's own.
- Financial aid should be applicable to Colby programs, and portable to other approved programs.
The Office of Off-Campus Study is responsible for the administration of study away from the Colby campus, except for transfer credit from accredited US institutions. Other Off-Campus Study at another accredited US college or university is administered through the Registrar.
Download a brochure on Off-Campus Study at Colby
For more information, please feel free to e-mail one of our office staff members:
- Nancy Downey, Director of Off Campus Study | (207) 859-4503
- Juliette Monet, Associate Director of Academic Affairs | (207) 859-4505
- Sue Forbes, Administrative Secretary | (207) 859-4500
