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    Bard College (Annandale-on-Hudson, NY):
    Available programs: Students can choose from semester, academic year, and summer programs in Berlin, Germany; Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan; and East Jerusalem. Explore Bard's study abroad programs!

    What students say: "They go where other schools don’t, like Kyrgyzstan!"
  • California State University, Dominguez Hills (Carson, CA):
    Available programs: Students can study abroad through programs like the Council on International Education Exchange, which offers more than 40 countries options; the CSUDH Direct Student Exchange Study Abroad Programs in Tokyo, Japan; the University Studies Abroad Consortium with the University of Nevada, which offers 25 country options; Cultural Experiences Abroad, which offers 21 cities across 12 countries; and more. Explore CSUDH's study abroad programs!

    What students say: "You can immerse yourself in a world of opportunity with the Study Abroad Office at CSU, Dominguez Hills. You can study or even intern in other countries or virtually, and unlock one of the most academically rewarding experiences available to students."
  • Duke University (Durham, NC):
    Available programs: The University offers over 40 study away programs throughout the year on six continents, including in countries like Brazil, Italy, England, Scotland, South Korea, Spain, Egypt, and more. Explore Duke's study abroad programs!

    What students say: "Duke allows students to experience and study in different academic environments which adds to overall student growth."
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  • Elmira College (Elmira, NY):
    Available programs: Students can participate in study abroad programs through Elmira's exchange partners Hokusei Gakuen University in Sapporo, Japan; Université de Strasbourg in Strasbourg, France; and University of the Bahamas in Nassau, Bahamas. They also offer tuition discount programs with the University of Strathclyde in Glasgow, Scotland, and Regent's University in London, England. Explore Elmira's study abroad programs!

    What students say: "They offer three [program] choices during third term for three weeks."
  • Emory & Henry College (Emory, VA):
    Available programs: Emory offers semester abroad partnerships with universities in Argentina, Canada, Chile, England, France, Germany, Hungary, Japan, Romania, and Spain. Students can also pursue summer programs and internships in Bali, Costa Rica, Czech Republic, Greece, Ireland, Italy, New Zealand, Norway, Peru, South Africa, Tanzania, and more. Explore Emory & Henry's study abroad programs!

    What students say: "They require a two week or semester of study abroad [for all students] to experience different cultures."
  • Howard University (Washington, DC):
    Available programs: Howard offers summer and semester-long study abroad programs in Tanzania & Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa, Morocco, Brazil, Greece, Ireland, Switzerland, Malta, Austria, Japan, Czech Republic, and more. Explore Howard's study abroad programs!

    What students say: "Howard has various study abroad programs, and they're all funded by the school. They provided opportunities to study courses aside from your major, such as any language course. One can even go to a different Ivy League school to study for a period of time."
  • Indiana University Bloomington (Bloomington, IN):
    Available programs: IU Bloomington students can choose from 380+ overseas study programs in more than 70 countries and 20 languages, including Botswana, Jordan, South Africa, The Dominican Republic, Ecuador, China, Singapore, Thailand, Denmark, Sweden, Australia, and many more. Explore IU Bloomington's study abroad programs!

    What students say: "There are many different places to travel to and study in different majors."
  • Kennesaw State University (Kennesaw, GA):
    Available programs: Kennesaw offers study abroad programs, including faculty-led trips and international internships, in over 35 countries, such as Benin, Monaco, Mexico, the Dominican Republic, the Netherlands, the United Arab Emirates, Belgium, Ghana, Belize, South Korea, and more. Explore Kennesaw's study abroad programs!

    What students say: "Kennesaw has probably 100 options!"
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  • Marian University (Indianapolis, IN):
    Available programs: Marian students can study abroad in places like Buenos Aires, Argentina; Granada, Spain; Harlaxton, Lincolnshire, England; Lyon, France; Salzburg, Germany; and more through CEA CAPA Education Abroad Explore Marian's study abroad programs!

    What students say: "Marian is very passionate about their [study abroad] program and has multiple places to pick from."
  • Pace University (New York, NY):
    Available programs: Pace offers faculty-led travel courses, fall and spring semester-long programs, and summer options in countries like Australia, Cuba, China, Finland, Egypt, India, Finland, Israel, Norway, Portugal, Thailand, Uruguay, and more. Explore Pace's study abroad programs!

    What students say: "Pace has numerous programs offered to students to visit so many places. From Cuba to Greece, there are so many places and courses to pick from!"
  • Providence College (Providence, RI):
    Available programs: Providence offers more than 300 study abroad options with the help of Simplicity Horizons, allowing students to study in places like England, Argentina, Mexico, Ireland, Switzerland, Hungary, Croatia, Iceland, Bhutan, Chile, and more. Explore Providence's study abroad programs!

    What students say: "[They offer study abroad in] many nations globally, a Washington semester program in DC on Capitol Hill, and programs in Rome."
  • Santa Monica College (Santa Monica, CA):
    Available programs: SMC offers two primary programs through the school to study abroad in either Japan in the Winter or France in the Summer, but students can also pursue programs through affiliate programs to places like Tanzania, Fiji, Nepal, Colombia, Canada, Cambodia, Germany, Thailand, and more. Explore SMC's study abroad programs!

    What students say: "[They have a large] variety of programs and [high] frequency of travels, with fall, winter, spring, and summer programs."
  • The Ohio State University (Columbus, OH):
    Available programs: Ohio State's Office of International Affairs offers study abroad programs across its campuses in countries like Cyprus, France, Austria, Armenia, Italy, Poland, Greece, Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Albania, India, Kosovo, Croatia, Denmark, Honduras, Taiwan, China, and many more. Explore Ohio State's study abroad programs!

    What students say: "Students can go on Semester at Sea or travel abroad to Morocco, France, Italy, Spain, and so many other countries. There are so many opportunities and resources available to students."
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  • The University of Alabama (Tuscaloosa, AL):
    Available programs: UA offers students the option of faculty-led, exchange, and direct enroll study abroad programs in countries such as Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Germany, Italy, Japan, Scotland, Taiwan, Wales and more. Explore UA's study abroad programs!

    What students say: "[You can go] almost everywhere: Italy, France, most of Europe, Africa, South America, and all over. They have so many opportunities to study abroad any time of the year."
  • University of Akron (Akron, OH):
    Available programs: Akron students can choose from semester-long, year-long, and short-term faculty-led programs through both the University and external organizations. Locations include Brazil, China, Egypt, England, Greece, South Korea, Vietnam, Portugal, Thailand, and more. Explore Akron's study abroad programs!

    What students say: "Akron is unique because you can travel anywhere that has to do with your major or, even if you are just in a club, you still have an opportunity to travel."
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  • University of Delaware (Newark, DE):
    Available programs: At UD, 30% of undergraduates study abroad at least once in any of their 100+ programs in roughly 40 countries. Students can travel to places like Barbados, Cambodia, Fiji, France, Hong Kong, Martinique, Saint Lucia, Singapore, Vietnam, the United Arab Emirates, and many more. Explore UD's study abroad programs!

    What students say: "University of Delaware allows students to travel abroad in the fall semester of freshman year, and again during junior year."
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  • University of Evansville (Evansville, IN):
    Available programs: Evansville students can spend a semester or summer abroad in over 50 countries through the International Student Exchange Program. Locations include Botswana, South Africa, Taiwan, South Korea, Indonesia, New Zealand, Australia, Ireland, Fiji, Scotland, Brazil, Mexico, and many more. Explore Evansville's study abroad programs!

    What students say: "University of Evansville sends students to Harlaxton College in England (among other places), where you live in an old castle and take classes for a semester. Every Friday is free [from classes], and there are lots of weekend excursions."
  • University of Florida (Gainesville, FL):
    Available programs: UF students can travel abroad in the fall, spring, and summer or for a full year in countries like Colombia, Italy, France, Tanzania, Australia, Thailand, Norway, Finland, Indonesia, Israel, Singapore, Malaysia, Belgium, Slovenia, Greece, and many more. Explore UF's study abroad programs!

    What students say: "I personally love the program where you can live in Japan for three months while studying Computer Engineering."
  • Virginia Tech (Blacksburg, VA):
    Available programs: Students can join summer- and winter-session, faculty-led study abroad programs in countries like Costa Rica, Italy, Spain, Ecuador, India, Panama, Switzerland, Senegal, and more. Explore VT's study abroad programs!

    What students say: "There are many different study abroad options for different majors, but specifically the College of Natural Resources and Environment has a lot to offer when it comes to study abroad opportunities."
  • Western New England University (Springfield, MA):
    Available programs: WNE offers students unique short seminar travel courses of seven to 10 days that are faculty-led with recent destinations such as Australia, China, France, Guatemala, Czech Republic, Iceland, Ireland, Peru, and more. There are also longer-term opportunities available. Explore WNE's study abroad programs!

    What students say: "The main countries for study abroad are Italy or England with many field trips."
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  • Wheaton College (Wheaton, IL):
    Available programs: Students at Wheaton can choose from semester or summer study abroad with faculty in Mexico or Jerusalem, or through affiliated organizations in South Korea, Germany, Ireland, Lithuania, Japan, Uganda, Hungary, France, and more. Explore Wheaton's study abroad programs!

    What students say: "Wheaton has a variety of amazing semester-long and summer programs. Students can travel all over Central and South America, England, most of Europe, Korea, and more. They have a unique Human Needs and Global Resources program, which allows students to design a project and live in a community without other students (to truly integrate) and work on their project to help fulfill human needs."

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Studying abroad in college is an exciting and enriching experience that offers students the opportunity to immerse themselves in a different culture, gain global perspectives, and develop valuable life skills—all while still working on their degree. You'll adapt to new academic environments, learn foreign languages, and build an international network of peers. Beyond academics, living in another country helps foster independence and a deeper appreciation for diversity.

The colleges and universities on this list are recommended by real college students who value the variety and quality of the study abroad programs at their schools. Each listing gives you a brief overview of what type of programs and country destinations are offered at the school as well as a link to explore the programs yourself. Whether you pursue a semester-long program or a year abroad, the experience will leave you with lasting memories and a broader worldview that enhance your personal and professional growth.

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