Dear Clarkson Community:
While the University continues to monitor local, state, federal, and worldwide health and safety information, a review committee recently met to discuss student participation in Spring 2021 semester international programs.
- It has been determined that the University will suspend (full semester) Spring 2021 study abroad exchange programs
- Short-term and spring break programs will be assessed again early in the spring semester.
- Global Business programs and other summer programs are cautiously moving forward and will continue to be evaluated.
It is important to note that this suspension does not apply to students coming to Clarkson University to enroll in a full degree program.
It is with great regret that our full semester opportunities are suspended; however, we want all participants to have a meaningful and enriching global experience. With the current domestic and global situation limiting many options, it is in the best interest for exchange programs to pause participation until travel becomes more certain. The suspension of the program impacts inbound and outbound exchange students.
Both Clarkson and our international partners want to ensure that student participants receive the in-depth cultural and educational experience abroad that coincides with programmatic expectations.
- All students scheduled to participate in a program abroad (Spring 2021) have been contacted and provided deferment and/or other options if interested.
- Students enrolled in the Reh School of Business who anticipated fulfilling their international graduation requirement via a spring semester study abroad are currently working with advisors on alternatives.
- Please note that this suspension only impacts full semester study abroad programs at this time.
We remain hopeful that summer programs will move ahead as scheduled. A final determination will be made during the Spring 2021 Semester.
The University will continue to monitor the global health situation and will continue to notify students, faculty, staff, and international partners. Global experiences are among the most impactful student opportunities. These decisions are not made without substantial review. Please don’t hesitate to reach out with questions or concerns.
The International Center
internationalcenter@clarkson.edu
