Goucher students have unique opportunities to study abroad on Intensive Courses Abroad (ICAs) led by Goucher faculty and alongside fellow Goucher students. These intensive living-learning experiences are preceded by a weekly pre-course, the semester before travel, allowing students and faculty to engage in in-depth study of the topic and region. Three-week ICAs are offered during the January break or summer, and topics and locations vary from year to year. Applications for these programs open a full academic year ahead of travel and can be selective, depending on demand. All ICAs fulfill Goucher's study abroad requirement.

Summer 2026

• Barcelona and the Pyrenees Mountains (Writing)
• Germany (Chemistry & Data Science)
• Taiwan (History & Culture)

Winter 2027

• Costa Rica (Biology & Environmental Studies)
• Ghana (History, Africana Studies & Business)
• Nepal (Environmental Sustainability & Historic Preservation)

Important Information

Students interested in applying to an Intensive Course Abroad are required to attend a program-specific information session the semester prior to participation. Goucher faculty and OGE staff lead these sessions and share important information about the program, including academics, logistics, cost, and the application process. See the Deadlines and Events page for the schedule.

Students interested in applying to an ICA are also required to attend a Study Abroad 101 session. These sessions explain the study abroad requirement and how it works at Goucher. Please check the dates and times and be sure to sign up in advance.

Previous Intensive Courses Abroad

Previous intensive courses abroad have spanned the globe and academic disciplines.