This short-term summer program invites students to explore the histories, cultures, and contemporary experiences of LGBTQ+ communities in Amsterdam—one of the most queer-friendly cities in the world. Through site visits to landmarks such as the Homomonument, Anne Frank House, Resistance Museum, and Europe’s largest LGBTQ+ archive, students will engage with themes of identity, migration, resilience, and social justice. The course combines pre-departure learning with immersive experiences abroad, offering students opportunities to reflect on the intersections of history, community, and global travel. Designed with accessibility and inclusion in mind, this program is especially welcoming to LGBTQ+ students and others who may be underrepresented in study abroad.
LGBTQ+ Histories and Global Travel in Amsterdam
Language Requirement: None
Academic Standing by Program Start: Sophomore
Location: Netherlands
GPA: 2.5
Program Overview
Dates and Deadlines
| Term | Year | Deadline | Arrival Date | Departure Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | 2026 | 3/1/2026 | 6/21/2026 | 7/4/2026 |
This program is less than 90 days. Students with a US passport will be traveling to Italy under the Schengen Visa waiver program and do not require a travel visa for this program, and GEO is unable to assist U.S. citizens in obtaining a visa. If you are not a U.S. Citizen: Notify your GEO Advisor. Students who are not U.S. citizens should contact the Italian consulate in their country of residence about visa requirements, no matter the duration of the program of study.
This program has a rolling admission application process: GEO staff (and the program faculty leader, if applicable) will complete a review of the application materials of complete applications in the order that they are submitted (“first come, first serve”). Decisions about acceptance will be made shortly after you submit a complete application. There are some programs that fill fast, some even before the deadline. Students are encouraged to complete applications and commit to programs early.
Acceptance is based on a holistic review of your application. This includes a review of your GPA, transcripts (including courses taken and in-progress), any additional requirements or prerequisites (see section "Additional Requirements"), and the short statement.
Academic Details
All students will enroll in the following course:
LGBTQ+ Histories and Global Travel (tentatively 6 credits)
This is planned to be a 300-level Women, Gender, and Sexuality course, pending departmental approval. It may also be approved for 300-level Anthropology credits.
Students will complete one week of readings and assignments prior to arriving in Amsterdam. During your time in the Netherlands, classes will mostly be conducted in an experiential learning environment, with lectures and activities at different historical sites, museums, or other places of interest. You will also have some in-class time with your faculty members and guest speakers.
Course Equivalencies
UO students: please refer to the UO Course Equivalency Process and the UO Office of the Registrar Course Equivalency Database.
Non-UO students: Actual credit awarded is determined by the relevant department at your university in consultation with the study abroad office. Check with your study abroad advisor for more information.
Faculty and Staff
Housing Description
Housing for this program is to be determined.