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The Central Study Abroad Office is here to guide you through the process for Central’s numerous Course, Semester, and Independent Summer Study Abroad Programs! Check the website frequently for new events and updates on deadlines.
Why Study Abroad?
Studying abroad is a powerful investment in your future that delivers real, measurable career benefits. Study Abroad alumni consistently report that international experiences help them stand out in the job market and succeed after graduation:
- 90% of study abroad alumni say the experience helped them build valuable job skills
- Over half of alumni say studying abroad helped them secure their first job after college
- More than 50% report that studying abroad had a very or extremely important influence on their career path
- 58% credit study abroad with contributing to their career advancement
- Students who studied abroad more than once attribute nearly 60% of their career success to their global experiences
- 90% believe education abroad is an important asset for long‑term career success
Sources - Global Learning for a Competitive Workforce & The Value of Education Abroad to Employees and Employers (The Forum on Education Abroad)
Courses Abroad
Courses Abroad are intense, short-term, credit-bearing university classes that are taught by Central faculty and are offered in Winter Session, Summer Session, and embedded in full-semester Spring courses, where the travel component occurs either over Spring Break or in early Summer. Working in close cooperation with a growing number of Central academic departments, Global Engagement at Central offers a variety of Course Abroad programs annually. Many programs offer courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
If you are interested in Course Abroad, please schedule a meeting in person at Henry Barnard 418 or book a virtual meeting via Teams with the link below.
Schedule a Course Abroad Advising Session
Independent Summer Abroad
Independent Study Abroad Programs are one month programs in the summer where students can take up to 6 credits. These programs offer students an independent study abroad experience but are shorter than a full semester. The cost, dates, and course offerings vary by program. These programs are direct enrolling programs, not faculty led programs. Students who participate in independent programs can be given discounted rates on the cost of tuition since Central has various partner universities.
Semesters Abroad
If you are interested in spending a full semester or an entire academic year abroad, Central students have many options. There are three types of full-semester programs: Central Partnership and Exchange Programs, Other Approved Programs (Third Party Provider Programs), and Study Abroad on Non-Sponsored Programs. When a student studies on a Central approved program, they maintain their financial aid and courses count as in-residence.
Interactive Partner University World Map
Schedule a Study Abroad Advising Session
Global Engagement Ambassador
The Global Engagement Ambassador program offers scholarships to students in Central’s study abroad programs while encouraging them to share their experiences through photo and video content. Each video introduces the host country, highlights memorable moments, and shares key takeaways and advice for future participants. It also provides practical guidance on cultural adjustment, the application process, and daily life abroad, giving prospective students a clear and realistic view of studying abroad.
Independent Summer Programs, Partner Universities, and Incoming Exchange Students
Current Highlights
Brazil
Central journalism students transformed their Study Abroad trip to Brazil into an award-winning experience, earning first place at the Crystal Pillar awards; also known as the College Emmys. Their climate change news magazine stood out among top programs like BU and Northeastern. Special thanks to Professors Sweeney, Mahoney, and Coronado for leading this exceptional opportunity.
