Study Abroad

You Can Study Abroad!

International Programs at Lower Columbia College (LCC) offers students the opportunity to participate in exchange programs ranging from two-weeks to a year! LCC is a proud member of the Washington State Community College Consortium for Study Abroad (WCCCSA), which provides multiple study abroad  programs each quarter. 

The LCC International Programs office is available to help you find the study abroad program that fits your interests. We will walk you through the entire process, including applying for the study abroad program, registering for credit, pre-departure readiness, reverse culture shock, and more!

Each study abroad program will have unique requirements. The typical requirements include:

• Programs are open to students 18 years or older. Some programs may allow travelers under the age of 18 with additional requirements. 
• Programs may require a minimum GPA or college-level credits earned prior to departure 
• Most programs do not require prior foreign language proficiency to participate. Most programs welcome beginner level language learners.
• Financial aid and scholarships may apply.

Study Abroad at LCC Information Sessions

The LCC International Programs Office hosts quarterly workshops for LCC students to learn more about their options for study abroad. Workshops are offered both on-campus and online. No registration is required.

Winter 2026 Workshop Dates

Scholarship Workshops

Bellevue College will host virtual workshops for two major study abroad scholarships, whose application deadline is in Winter 2026. These virtual workshops are open to LCC students, because LCC is a member of Washington State Community College Consortium for Study Abroad (WCCCSA). In advance of the workshop, please review the eligibility requirements of each scholarship opportunity.

We will discuss the following opportunities:

• Benjamin Gilman Study Abroad Scholarship
  Application due Thursday, March 5, 2026, at 11:59pm Pacific Time
• Fund for Education Scholarship
  Application due Wednesday, Feb 4, 2026, at 12pm (noon) Eastern Time

Workshop dates and registration links:

• Friday, Jan 16 2pm – 3pm, Zoom registration link
• Thursday, Jan 29 5pm – 6pm, Zoom registration link