Study Abroad in Istanbul
Travel Dates | May 5 - May 12, 2026
- Students who travel will miss Commencement if they plan to walk in the May 9, 2026 Commencement ceremony.
- Students who travel will need to make alternative arrangements well in advance with all of their instructors for their final exams in all of their courses. Traveling for a Study Abroad Course is not an acceptable reason for not making alternative plans for final exams ahead of time.
Uniquely and strategically located between Europe and Asia, Istanbul has thousands of years of fascinating history, stunning ancient and contemporary architecture, and a large geographical border with Iraq and Syria, which puts Turkey at the center of a confluence of different cultures.
Iliana Miller, Communication Faculty at Mid, leads this immersive learning experience. Mid students are hosted at Nisantasi University and accompanied by a group of students from Istanbul. The trip includes a guided tour of Istanbul, a cruise through the Bosphorus Strait with a stop on the Asian side of the city, a traditional food experience, and unique activities to foster an understanding of common traditions and values.
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Register for an upcoming information session to learn more and get your questions answered. Zoom links for each session will be sent closer to each info session date.
- 6pm Monday, November 17
- Noon Monday, December 8
- 6pm Friday, January 9
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Course Information
To register for the Istanbul Study Abroad course, connect with your Mid Mentor and select either SSC.250, HUM.250, COM.101, or COM.196 during the Winter 2026 semester, whichever best fits your program or pathway. You must register and make your deposit by January 16, 2026, to travel to Istanbul.
- SSC.250 & HUM.250 are offered virtually.
- COM.101 & COM.196 are taught in person.
- A one-credit Independent Study course is also an option for students.