Study Abroad

There are a lot of study and intern abroad options out there. It can be overwhelming, especially if they appear the same. What we do—differently—is in our approach to you, the student.

We cater to your overseas interests with a personal questionnaire that allows us to get to know you as a person and provide you a more personalized program from start to finish.

We employ kind and knowledgeable coordinators in the host city eager to welcome and make you feel at home.

We provide centrally located, safe, clean, shared apartments with like-minded Panroamers, in-person interviewed, hospitable host families (who are also great cooks!), and well-equipped residence halls close to the university or internship placement.

Though there are many students on our programs, when we go on excursions and hold cultural immersion activities we limit each event to 10 students. For example, if there are 18 students abroad on the Prague, Czech Republic program, 9 students would go on the excursion to Melnik Castle the first Saturday, and the other 9 students would go to Melnik Castle the second Saturday. This allows us to get you out of massive group travel into local culture with our unique excursions and immersion activities—many only available through Panrimo.

And after your Panrimo program we stay in touch and immerse you further into the world with a life membership in the Panroamer Travel Club.

We’re here for you. And here to make you an intelligent traveler, a Panroamer. But most of all, we promise to encourage life-long travel in the Panroamer tradition:

Curious

Confident

At home in the world.

The choice is here. Your journey is now.

Thinking about studying abroad? Here are a few benefits:

• Personal Development: Your international experience will allow you to grow as an individual, applying critical thinking skills to new and foreign situations.
• Global Perspective: Your international experience will inherently expose you to foreign ideas and customs, allowing you insight into international opinions and adding another facet to your own perspective.
• Build your Career: Study and intern abroad look excellent on your CV or résumé, as companies understand the benefits of an international program, seeking to tap into you knowledge and foreign language skills.

Panrimo offers programs in seven different countries, including different cities within the same country. You can find more information on individual programs by utilizing the menu to your right, but a brief synoposis of each program is listed below:

Argentina

Buenos Aires: Economic, political, and cultural center of Argentina, Buenos Aires is the perfect city to hone your Spanish language skills while taking classes in economics, history, and political science.

China

Beijing: With China's economic rise, studying or interning in Beijing is the perfect experience for Business and Economics majors. Take classes in political science and sociology in the heart of communism, gaining a unique perspective.

Czech Republic

Prague: Recently having undergone a revolution, transfering from a communist government to a parliamentary republic, Prague is the perfect city for political science and history majors. And with classes in English ranging from art history to mathematics to journalism, Prague has something to offer for everyone.

England

London: International city and world cultural capital, London has something to offer for every student. Study design in one of fashion's centers, or English Literature in the city from which "English Literature" arose. Learn to build a city efficiently and functionally in Urban Planning, and tap into global markets in communications and advertising classes.

France

Grenoble: Grenoble is perfect for students looking to immerse themselves in French culture. Located in the heart of the Alps region, this city offers small, intimate courses, allowing personal interaction between the student and professor. Take intensive French language courses, as well as French culture courses in this quaint French town.

Lyon: France's second largest city, Lyon is another major economic and cultural hub where students can gain an understanding of French customs. Take French language classes in addition to courses in Law, political science, and economics. 

Paris: One of the world's most popular cities, Paris is an international capital, hoasting travelers, expatriates, and Parisians alike. Paris offers magnificent architecture to analyze, hundreds of famous works of art to enjoy, and a thriving political atmosphere. Take French Language classes, as well as economics, politics, sociology, literature, and dozens more.

Italy

Florence: Birthplace of the Renaissance and capital of Tuscany, Florence has produced dozens of famous artists and thinkers, boasting impressive galleries and incredible architecture. Students interested in art history, art, design, photography, and film will find plenty to pique their interests and spur their desires in “the Athens of the Middle Ages.”

Scotland

Stirling: Scotland has played a major role in literary studies, political science, and philosophy. The Scots possess their own unique culture and history, entirely independent from England, making Stirling the perfect location for experiencing Western European lifestyles. The attitudes of the Scots toward the British and the United Kingdom in general create interesting topics of conversation and study, making Stirling the perfect spot for students interested in history, political science, and sociology.

Tuition, Fees, Campus Amenities at Host University

Students can choose from a variety of course subjects. Top-notch professors with degrees in their field, quality classroom amenities, and access to campus computer labs, libraries, and other services are included. Enrollment and international student fees Panrimo also covers. Knowing the country’s ministry of education accredits the university makes it almost a certainty credits will transfer.

Housing

Housing is included for the duration of all study abroad programs. Depending on the host city, students may choose from living in a shared apartment, on-campus residence hall, or with a host family. Panroamers may share an apartment with Panrimo students (two Panroamers per room with a maximum of four Panroamers per apartment). Or upgrade to a private room. All apartments are furnished and equipped with a kitchen. Panrimo host families work with students to develop students’ foreign language skills and ensure that their needs are met. Meals are included in homestay housing.

Excursions

Panrimo includes excursions for each program. Excursions are chosen based on cultural importance, educational potential, and, of course, to ensure enjoyment. Panrimo covers all transportation fees, entrance fees, and personalized guided tours. For overnight excursions, accommodations and most meals are included.

Cultural Immersion Activities

In order to better understand and appreciate the host country’s culture, Panrimo has developed unique cultural excursions, tapping into local contacts and previously developed partnerships to offer learning opportunities other programs can’t offer. These cultural immersions focus on an important aspect of the local culture and encourage dialogue between the locals, the culture, and the student as an individual.

Onsite Coordinator

Panroamers enjoy the benefits of an onsite coordinator. Students also receive weekly email correspondence from the onsite coordinator suggesting things to see and do, acting as a cultural bridge in a new city. Panrimo onsite coordinators are local experts enhancing the Panrimo experience.

Airport Pick-Up and Transfer

Touchdown at the airport and all Panroamers are welcomed by our Panrimo coordinator who will escort students to accommodations.

Next Day Orientation

A thorough host city orientation is included, hosted by the Panrimo coordinator. Students spend an entire day with the coordinator, getting to know the host city from center to outskirts. Panroamers learn how to use public transit, where to do laundry, find the best local markets, how to read a menu, greet a stranger, and feel at home.

Transcripts from Host University

Course grades and transcripts come in original form from the host university. They are sent to Panrimo’s office about ten weeks after the Panrimo program ends. We then forward them directly to the student’s study abroad office. We ensure academic integrity is maintained through the process, and let advisors see all original copies of transcripts.

International Health Insurance

You are covered for any accidents that may occur during our Panrimo program. Our staff enrolls each student in HTH Worldwide medical health insurance from the first day to last during the program. Some key benefits include doctor’s visits and ER coverage, evacuation, emergency family connection benefit, travel interruption benefit, and more.

Panroamer Travel Club

Love to travel? After you’ve successfully completed your Panrimo program, we’re sure you’ll be hooked on travel. To help feed your travel addiction, Panrimo graduates, now affectionately called “Panroamers,” have exclusive access to the Panroamer Travel Club. Every Panroamer has access to the following complementary benefits: Airport pick-up for life in host cities, access to Panrimo Coordinators in host cities, letters of recommendation, archiving of your foreign transcripts, visa and passport assistance, international travel tips and advice and access to Panrimo’s excursions and cultural immersion activities. 

The deadlines for Panrimo programs are as follows:

Summer Programs

It can be daunting. We know. So lets break it down here. 

Step 1: Know you want to study abroad. Research online, go to your study abroad office, discuss with the parents, and create your Panrimo account to chat with us.

Step 2: Decide on your abroad destination, duration, and classes. Email paul@panrimo.com to chat about the possibilities.

Step 3: Choose your Panrimo Study Abroad Program and apply. Our staff reviews your application, and if admitted you’ll soon receive your acceptance packet and paperwork. Congratulations!

Step 4: Visit your advisors for course credit approval once accepted. Visit your financial aid office with helpful documents from us to secure necessary funds. Your Panrimo advisor can also chat with these offices. Just ask us! Your confirmation deposit is now due.

Step 5:  Chat it up with your Panrimo advisor and ask tons of questions. We want to get to know you more! We’re here to prepare you for your study abroad experience and make you feel safe and prepared. This is where the excited really begins.

Study Abroad Application Fee and Reservation Deposit Information:  

• Application fee: $95 nonrefundable
• Confirmation deposit: $400 nonrefundable, meant to reserve spot on program because they fill up quickly, applied to total program fee. 

Our onsite coordinators are available in each host city to assist you during your stay. The coordinators live in the host city, giving them insight into city life and life abroad in general. You can find more information about each coordinator in the program options to the right. 

Buenos Aires, Argentina: Nicolás Woller is Panrimo's Buenos Aires coordinator. Nico, an Argentine native, studied acting and psychology at the University of Arts in Buenos Aires.

Beijing, Chjina: Huizhen Fang is Panrimo's Beijing Coordinator. Hui already holds a Master’s Degree in neuroscience and learning while studying in a Ph.D. program.

Prague, Czeck Republic: Filip Mikilanda & Samuel Martasek are Panrimo's Prague coordinators. Friends since childhood--and world travel companions--Filip and Sam are Czech natives currently enrolled in graduate school.

London, England: Geoff Yates is Panrimo's London coordinator. After earning a Masters Degree in Education from the University of Brighton, Geoff taught English in Italy and Spain, making him an excellent resource.

Grenoble and Lyon, France: Bertille Collignon is Panrimo's coordinator for both Lyon and Grenoble. Bertille is a linguist with strong ties to the French university system. She worked as an IT professor in the informatics department at the University Lumière of Lyon 2 of Lyon.

Paris, France: Nadia Moussa is Panrimo's Paris coordinator. Formerly the French liaison for the University of Chicago’s Paris campus, Nadia now works at a French school for international students.

Florence, Italy: Richard Burton is Panrimo's Florence Coordinator. The son of an Italian War Bride and an American G.I., Richard was raised in update New York. As a child, he travelled frequently to Italy to visit relatives. He relocated to Florence in 1989 to pursue his love of art.

Stirling, Scotland: Maryam Sheikh is Panrimo's Stirling coordinator. Maryam has spent parts of her life in Canada, different parts of the United States, England and Scotland and currently studies Artificial Intelligence in Edinburgh.

Love to travel? After you’ve successfully completed your Panrimo program, we’re sure you’ll be hooked on travel. To help feed your travel addiction, Panrimo graduates, now affectionately called “Panroamers,” have exclusive access to the Panroamer Travel Club. Every Panroamer has access to the following complementary benefits. Login to your Panrimo account and start using them.

Airport Pick-Up for Life in Host Cities

Panrimo’s coordinator will pick up Panroamers from the airport, giving them a warm greeting and helping them learn about the local culture, including how to use public transportation, information about currency, government, local temperament, and interesting locations around the city.

Access to Panrimo’s Coordinators in Host Cities

While travelling abroad, Panrimo provides contact information for the local Panrimo coordinator. The coordinator can provide information about the city, places to go, hidden gems you won’t find in guidebooks, and a local contact in case of emergencies.

Letters of Recommendation by Co-Founders

If a graduated Panroamer has shown diligence and an aptitude for intelligent growth, one of Panrimo’s Co-Founders will provide a letter of recommendation, to be utilized for education applications, employment applications, or other opportunities for which a letter of recommendation is required. The letters are written on an individual basis, focusing on the development of the student and their promising qualities. All letters of recommendation are subject to Panrimo’s discretion.

Archiving of Foreign University Transcripts

Panrimo keeps all Panroamers transcripts on file, accessible for up to ten years. Panrimo will provide copies of the student’s transcripts whenever necessary.

Visa and Passport Assistance

Panrimo has compiled an extensive set of resources concerning visa and passport requirements. Panrimo will provide Panroamers with information on which visas are necessary in order to travel, study, or intern in a given foreign country, processes necessary to obtain these visas, and other services pertaining to future travel and its requirements.

International Travel Tips and Advice

Being international travellers, Panrimo staff has accumulated an impressive collection of contacts, information, and tips for travelling abroad. These include methods of finding the most cost-effective airfare, methods of decreasing unnecessary spending while overseas, off-the-beaten-path opportunities for cultural interaction, and suggestions on where to travel outside the city.

Access to Panrimo’s Excursions and Cultural Immersion Activities

All Panroamers are given the opportunity to attend Panrimo’s excursions and cultural immersion activities with currently enrolled students while visiting a host city. These cultural events are tailored to interact with the local culture, giving the Panroamer tools to explore with expert guidance in a different Panrimo host city. Login to your Panrimo account to take advantage of this opportunity. 

Each month, Panrimo releases the Life Abroad Newsletter. Packed with interesting cultural information, upcoming events, and insights about study and intern abroad from Panrimo staff, these newsletters are a helpful and information resource for those interested in travel. Sign up to receive the newsletter today!