Faculty-led Study Abroad

Course and Credit Information 

3 credit Japan Study Abroad classes for undergraduate (INTB 4613) and MBA (INTB 6993). Military student friendly. Students can opt to participate in the program not for credit. Priority acceptance will be given to those students seeking credit. 

Eligibility 

All students must be able to meet 3 times prior to start of the trip. Undergraduate and graduate students welcome. Undergraduate students must be second semester Freshman or above to enroll. Registration is limited to 20 students.

Dates 

January 4/5 - 15, 2027

Itinerary 

· Monday, January 4th - Leave from Denver/Colorado Springs

· Tuesday, January 5th - Flying to Asia

· Wednesday, January 6th - Arrive at Kansai International Airport (KIX) before 12 PM (local time), transit to Kyoto, neighborhood walking tour

· Thursday, January 7th - Tea ceremony, Kyoto National Museum, welcome dinner

· Friday, January 8th - Osaka Castle, Shiseido Osaka Ibaraki Factory (for credit seeking students only)/Shinsekai district (non-credit)

· Saturday, January 9th - Arashiyama district bamboo forest, bullet train to Tokyo, Miraikan Museum

· Sunday, January 10th - Sensoji temple, Meiji Shrine, Shibuya Crossing

· Monday, January 11th - Trip to Kamakura and Enoshima

· Tuesday, January 12th - Business presentation, Kikkoman Soy Sauce factory

· Wednesday, January 13th - Yokohama Museum of Art, Fujisawa Smart City (for credit seeking students only)/Cup Noodles Museum and Wonderia Yokohama (non-credit), dinner in Yokohama China Town

· Thursday, January 14th – Free day to explore Tokyo

· Friday, January 15th – Fly home from Tokyo (Haneda or Narita airport)

Cost and Payment Estimate 

No more than $2,925 including International Affairs (IA) fee.

Please note these fees do not include tuition costs if you take the class for credit. In addition, students are responsible for paying for transit to hotel upon arrival and to airport on departure. If students arrive before the program starts (January 6th) they are responsible for their own costs.

Housing

All housing accommodations are in a hostel with breakfast provided. Students will share rooms (triple occupancy).

Passports and Visas

Your passport must be valid for the duration of your stay. It's recommended to have at least six months of validity remaining beyond your planned travel dates, although it's not always required. Visas are not required for U.S. citizens. Citizens of other countries should check requirements. For first-time passport applicants, please inquire at UCCS International Affairs about the UCCS Student Passport Support Fund. 

Health and Safety 

Health and safety are paramount to a successful experience studying abroad. We encourage students to research health and safety considerations of the destination they wish to travel to. The  U.S. Department of State (DOS) and the  Centers for Disease Control (CDC) provide up to date and comprehensive information about health and safety abroad. Please visit their websites to find more information. 

Application Deadline

September 4, 2026.

Course and Credit Information 

3 credit Berlin Study Abroad classes for undergraduate (INTB 4613) and MBA (INTB 6993). Military student friendly. Students can opt to participate in the program not for credit. Priority acceptance will be given to those students seeking credit. 

Eligibility 

All students must be able to meet 3 times prior to start of the trip. Undergraduate and graduate students welcome. Undergraduate students must be second semester Freshman or above to enroll.

Dates 

March 19 - 28, 2027

Itinerary 

· Friday, March 19th - Leave from Denver/Colorado Springs

· Saturday, March 20th - Arrive in Berlin, sightseeing tour, and welcome dinner

· Sunday, March 21st - River cruise, Bundestag visit

· Monday, March 22nd - ISM Berlin campus, Lemke brewery tour

· Tuesday, March 23rd - ISM Berlin campus, company visit, and walking tour of Prenzlauer Berg

· Wednesday, March 24th - BMW motorcycle factory, Bernauer Strasse/Documentation center

· Thursday, March 25th - Potsdam bus tour and Sanssouci Castle tour

· Friday, March 26th - KZ Sachsenhausen, Holocaust memorial, and graduation ceremony

· Saturday, March 27th - Free day to explore Berlin

· Sunday, March 28th – Fly home

Cost and Payment Estimate 

TBD

No more than €1,990 plus International Affairs (IA) fee.*

Please note these fees do not include tuition costs if you take the class for credit. In addition, students would be responsible for paying for the entry visas for Europe (ETIAS) when applicable.

*If more than 15 students go on trip, the price goes down.

Housing

All housing accommodations are in A&O Hostel Berlin Mitte with breakfast provided. Students will share rooms (unless they pay separately for a single-supplement of ~ $1,000).

Passports and Visas

Your passport must be valid for the duration of your stay. It's recommended to have at least six months of validity remaining beyond your planned travel dates, although it's not always required. Visas are not required for U.S. citizens. Citizens of other countries should check requirements. For first-time passport applicants, please inquire at UCCS International Affairs about the UCCS Student Passport Support Fund. ETIAS may be operating by the time of the trip which would require an estimated €20 fee.

Health and Safety 

Health and safety are paramount to a successful experience studying abroad. We encourage students to research health and safety considerations of the destination they wish to travel to. The  U.S. Department of State (DOS) and the  Centers for Disease Control (CDC) provide up to date and comprehensive information about health and safety abroad. Please visit their websites to find more information. 

Application Deadline

December 14, 2026

Course Information

INTB 3613 Panama Introduction to International Consulting

Eligibility 

All students must be able to meet in person up to 5 days before the trip. Undergraduate students must be second semester Freshman or above to enroll.

Dates

May 31 to June 18, 2027

Course Itinerary

Week 1 | Prepare 

• Learn the consulting process, research your client, and explore Panama's business and cultural environment. 

Week 2 | Consult in Panama 

• Meet with your client, gather insights, observe business operations, and begin developing solutions while immersed in Panama. 

Week 3 | Deliver Results

• Transform your findings into a professional report and presentation with actionable marketing and management recommendations. 

What You'll Gain 

• Consulting Experience with a real client 
• Marketing & Management Skills in a practical setting 
• Global Business Insights through firsthand cultural immersion
• Professional Communication & teamwork experience
• Real-World Problem-Solving skills 

More than a study abroad experience. You'll help solve real business problems while gaining valuable international experience. 

Trip Cost and Payment Estimate 

Estimated program fee $2560 (Including flights) + tuition

Panama costs include international airfare, in country transportation, housing, meals, and activities

Course credit not included in program fees

Housing

All housing accommodations are in a hotel/hostel with meals included. Students will share rooms.

Passports and Visas

Your passport must be valid for the duration of your stay. It's recommended to have at least six months of validity remaining beyond your planned travel dates, although it's not always required. Visas are not required for U.S. citizens. Citizens of other countries should check requirements. For first-time passport applicants, please inquire at UCCS International Affairs about the UCCS Student Passport Support Fund. 

Health and Safety 

Health and safety are paramount to a successful experience studying abroad. We encourage students to research health and safety considerations of the destination they wish to travel to. The  U.S. Department of State (DOS) and the  Centers for Disease Control (CDC) provide up to date and comprehensive information about health and safety abroad. Please visit their websites to find more information. 

Application Deadline

January 22, 2027

Course and Credit Information 

3 credit Madrid Study Abroad classes for undergraduate (INTB 4613) and MBA (INTB 6993). Military student friendly. Students can opt to participate in the program not for credit. Priority acceptance will be given to those students seeking credit. 

Eligibility 

All students must be able to meet 3 times prior to start of the trip. Undergraduate and graduate students welcome. Undergraduate students must be second semester Freshman or above to enroll.

Dates 

November 18 - 27, 2027

Itinerary 

· Thursday, November 18th - Leave from Denver/Colorado Springs

· Friday, November 19th - Arrive in Madrid

· Saturday, November 20th - TBD

· Sunday, November 21st - TBD

· Monday, November 22nd - TBD

· Tuesday, November 23rd - TBD

· Wednesday, November 24th - TBD

· Thursday, November 25th - TBD

· Friday, November 26th - Free day to explore Berlin

· Saturday, November 27th – Fly home

Cost and Payment Estimate 

TBD

No more than $x,xxx including International Affairs (IA) fee.

Please note these fees do not include tuition costs if you take the class for credit. In addition, students would be responsible for paying for the entry visas for Europe (ETIAS) when applicable.

*If more than 14 students go on trip, the price goes down.

Housing

All housing accommodations are in a hostel with breakfast provided. Students will share rooms (unless they pay separately for a single-supplement of ~ $1,000).

Passports and Visas

Your passport must be valid for the duration of your stay. It's recommended to have at least six months of validity remaining beyond your planned travel dates, although it's not always required. Visas are not required for U.S. citizens. Citizens of other countries should check requirements. For first-time passport applicants, please inquire at UCCS International Affairs about the UCCS Student Passport Support Fund. 

Health and Safety 

Health and safety are paramount to a successful experience studying abroad. We encourage students to research health and safety considerations of the destination they wish to travel to. The  U.S. Department of State (DOS) and the  Centers for Disease Control (CDC) provide up to date and comprehensive information about health and safety abroad. Please visit their websites to find more information. 

Application Deadline

TBD