Global Experiences. Real World Action.

Travel beyond the classroom and work alongside international communities to design solutions to real-world challenges.
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Explore Our Destinations

Indonesia

Pre-Spring

Spain

 Spring Break

Kenya

 Post-Spring

Priority Deadlines

Week One

Priority given to EPICS students on the project

Week Two

Current and former EPICS students enrolled for at least one semester given priority

Week Three & Onward

Students without any EPICS experience will be put on a waitlist in chronological order. After week three all applicants are considered on a first-come first-serve basis

What is a GIE?

GIE stands for Global Intensive Experience.

A GIE is a 7-10 day faculty-led study abroad program that takes place during an academic break and focuses on a specific subject or discipline. By embedding the course within the fall or spring semester, students receive a robust learning experience without having to pay tuition for an extra semester.

7 - 10 DAYS

FACULTY-LED

NO EXTRA TUITION COSTS

What Makes an EPICS GIE Different?

Connect

Work with international community partners.

Understand

Interview partners and learn about the challenge.

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Design

       Collect data, test ideas, and         develop prototypes.

Impact

Deliver a final solution to your community partner.

What's Included

Shared Housing

Students will stay in shared rooms in a hotel near our community partners.

Daily Breakfast & Some Meals

Breakfast provided daily. Some other meals may be included depending on the program.

Airport Transfers

Airport pick-up and drop-off provided.

Project Design Experiences

Meetings with the community partner, field testing, and a project showcase with international partners.

Cultural Excursions

Time spent immersed in the countries’ culture, including local university visits, sightseeing, and global engineering learning experiences.

In-Country Transportation

Transportation to and from all program activities. This could include public and/or private transportation, depending on the program.

ASU Faculty Support

Faculty are with students throughout the duration of the trip, providing guidance and support.

International Health Insurance

Health insurance throughout the program in case of unforeseen circumstances.

Good to Know – Program Fees do not cover airfare, visa or passport expenses, some meals, personal expenses, or an international data plan.

Program Cost

Program costs vary from program to program. A typical EPICS GIE program fee is between $2,800 and $3,700.

This fee includes all of the expenses listed above.

Scholarships & Funding

Several funding opportunities can help make your global experience more accessible.

Fulton Global Education Scholarship

Helps cover the program fee. Must have a FAFSA on file to be considered.

Fulton Difference Experiential Learning Grant

Helps cover airfare. (Automatically awarded for Fulton students approved for the Spain program)

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GEO Scholarships

ASU students can apply for Global Education Office Scholarships.

Plan Your GIE

Know when to apply and when to look for funding.

Indonesia

Application Deadline: September 25

Scholarship Deadline: November 1

Spain

Application Deadline: November 15

Scholarship Deadline: December 1

Kenya

Application Deadline: January 31

Scholarship Deadline: February 1

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a GIE?
A Global Intensive Experience is a short, international trip that gives students the opportunity to help a community partner abroad.
Can I participate if I'm not an EPICS or Engineering stuent?
Yes! If you are not an EPICS or engineering, you will waitlisted as priority is given to EPICS students, but you can still participate!
If I'm accepted, do I have to go?
If you are accepted, you do not have to go! You can withdraw your application at any time. However, pay attention to withdrawal deadlines to avoid fees.
What happens during a Global EPICS GIE?
During a GIE, students will meet with the community partner, prototype and test on site, and explore the country.
What if I'm not already in EPICS?
If you are not already in EPICS, you may still apply, but will be immediately waitlisted. For this reason, apply as soon as possible.

Ready to Make a Global Impact?

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