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May Term Travel

May Term Travel is a favorite study-away choice at University of Redlands. Students have the opportunity to study and explore in the summer without the long-term commitment of a semester abroad.

What is May Term?

At Redlands, May Term is a unique, intensive learning session that takes place right after the regular spring semester, usually running for about four weeks in May. It encourages students to broaden their horizons, take intellectual risks, and engage in global or community-based experiences that enhance their academic journey.

Why should I take a May Term?

Students benefit from a faculty deeply committed to off-campus education and study. Each year during May Term, faculty lead short-term, credit-bearing courses that emphasize experiential learning, creativity, and exploration.

  • Unique courses: May Term offerings are often more creative, experimental, or specialized than those during the main semesters. Many are interdisciplinary in design and allow faculty to explore niche topics, hands-on projects, and innovative course content. A number of courses also fulfill Liberal Arts Inquiry requirements.
  • Study away opportunities: A hallmark of May Term is its travel-based learning. Many courses are taught abroad or within the U.S., either fully off-campus or through a split model (part on-campus, followed by at least 10–14 days away). These immersive opportunities let students engage deeply with new cultures, communities, and environments.
  • Flexible credit: May Term courses typically offer 10-15 credits (some may require prerequisites), giving students the flexibility to explore new subjects and interests without the pressure of a full semester load.
  • Experiential learning: With class sizes averaging 14–15 students, May Term fosters close interaction with faculty and peers. Courses emphasize learning outside the traditional classroom, whether in another country, state, or unique field setting.

Redlands encourages students to study away

May Term Travel Grants & Scholarships

Any undergraduate students participating in May Term travel courses, who have not previously studied off-campus in a U of R approved Semester-Long program or May Term travel course, and demonstrate financial need are eligible to apply for a May Term travel grant. Grant recipients will have the award amount automatically deducted from their course fee on their student account. Students are eligible for one May Term Travel grant during their time as an undergraduate student at Redlands.

 

Current May Term programs

Only attending students have access to view current May Term programs and resources with their account.

Office of Global Education

Hours of operation
Monday – Friday: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Office of Global Education oversees CAS Study Away. For general questions, email us and we’ll ensure your inquiry is routed to the right person.

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