PROGRAM PROVIDERS

The Program Providers run the actual programs; they are considered the “specialists” regarding their respective programs or countries and can provide very specific information regarding classes or housing abroad. They help students with pre-departure services, such as providing information about how to obtain a visa for each specific country or how money matters are best handled while there. They provide on-site orientation upon arrival in the country, arrange for housing, field trips and transcripts.

Perhaps most importantly, Program Providers employ Resident Directors and staff members who live and work in the cities program locations. Among many advantages, the Resident Director’s level of local expertise enhances the overseas experience. Resident Directors are readily available to help students with needs that may arise during their time abroad.

Whittier’s first official program was the Copenhagen Program, founded in cooperation with Denmark’s International Study Program (DIS) in 1959. DIS is now one of many programs available to Whittier students.  Aside from DIS, Whittier offers students a variety of programs in over 25 countries. Whittier College has its own consortia agreements with programs in India, Sri Lanka and Spain. It has formal exchange agreements where Whittier students can directly enroll in Universities in Hong Kong, Iceland, and Japan.  The College also has affiliations with other academic institutions and organizations.  See the complete list below.