Contact Information

Zongxiang Mei
International Education Coordinator
Global Engagement and Interdisciplinary Education
Clarence Carroll Hall
130
Chaihyung Christine Park
Course Abroad Program Associate
Global Engagement and Interdisciplinary Education
Clarence Carroll Hall
128

Study Abroad

Welcome. Explore. Study Abroad!

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.

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 and Interdisciplinary Education 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 Carroll Hall Room 128 or book a virtual meeting via Teams with the link below.

Schedule a Course Abroad Meeting

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

For those interested in studying abroad for a semester, summer, or a full year, or if you'd like to explore your study abroad options, feel free to book an advising session, either virtually using the link below, or in person at Carroll Hall, Room 127.

Schedule a Semesters Abroad Advising Session

Current Highlights

Brazil

Our students, guided by NBC's Darren Sweeney, reported on a special project during their course abroad in Brazil in May. Special thanks to Professors Mary Ann Mahony and Juan Coronado, as well as the Media Board, for their support. Watch the program on Newington Community Television (Channel 14 Cox) and explore the stories and Instagram posts from the students' journey in Brazil. 

www.ccsujournalism.com/brazil/

Watch it here

Italy

Accademia Italiana Salerno has created a YouTube video showcasing Central students' amazing study abroad experience in Salerno, Italy!

Watch it here

Spring 2025

Exciting news! We're now accepting registrations for the Spring 2025 semester abroad. Don't miss this incredible opportunity to study in a new country and immerse yourself in a different culture. Click on "Semester Abroad" to explore your options and find the perfect program that suits your academic and personal interests.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Study Abroad at CCSU (@studyabroad_ccsu) • Instagram photos and videos

Gallery

Group Photo - Japan

Short term course abroad program to: Japan, March 2024 

“This was a phenomenal experience that I'm so honored too apart of! I learned so much about culture, religion, language and tradition in ways I absolutely wouldn't have to experience without going.”  

Short term course abroad program to: France

May 2023, led by Professor Vivian Martin and Professor Darren Sweeney

Claire Viola, Psychology Major, studied abroad to University of Hertfordshire, England in Fall 2022

“My experience with the study abroad program and the Study Abroad Department at Central was wonderful and life changing. In England, I gained new perspectives, new friendships, and a new passion for travel. The Study Abroad Team really helped me make a seamless transition to life in the United Kingdom and I believe everyone should seize this opportunity during their time at Central.”

Group Photo - Brazil

Short term course abroad program to: Brazil, May 2024 

Led by Professor Mary Ann Mahony, Professor Juan Coronado, and Professor Darren Sweeney  

Short term course abroad program to: Croatia, visiting Rimac factory

May 2023, led by Professor Carolyne Soper

Short term course abroad program to: Bonaire, March 2023

Led by Professor Robbin Smith

Group Photo - Scotland

Short term course abroad program to: Scotland, Summer 2024

“It was the experience of a lifetime. A place rich with culture and history.”  

Group Photo Azores Portugal

Short term course abroad program to: Azores Portugal, March 2024 

“I am very happy that I chose to go on this study abroad program because I gained knowledge that I would not have had access to otherwise. This was an incredible experience and Dr. Westcott was a great resource through it all.”   

Jacob Miner, Exercise Science Major, studied abroad at Lorenzo de’ Medici, Italy, in Fall 2022

“Throughout my high school / college career, I always heard about how studying abroad was the best time of someone’s life. After returning home, I can confidently say that being abroad was the best 4 months of my life. I know that sounds cliché, but I will stand by that. Seeing the world is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, and I’m beyond grateful that I capitalized on it. Mei and the CIE office were phenomenal in preparing me for my semester away and I am so incredibly grateful for all the work that they did.”

Jarred Gannon, Finance Major, studied abroad to Kansai Gaidai University, Japan in Fall 2022

“I loved immersing myself in a culture I loved with people who had similar interests. I got to experience an extremely different way of life compared to America and it’s an experience I’ll never forget. I think everyone should try it. The CIE is great.”

Summer Independent Program to: South Korea

Kyung Hee University Global Collaborative