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SIS Semester and Summer in Brussels, Belgium

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Program Overview

Discover the richness of Europe and experience a vibrant cosmopolitan city through SIS Intercultural Study Abroad’s immersive program in Brussels. Engage in intercultural dialogue with Europe’s most diverse city and expand your global perspective during a semester abroad.

In Brussels, our program combines French language courses with content tailored to the city’s cosmopolitan nature. Students also have the opportunity to participate in service learning activities and internships. Immerse yourself fully by living with local host families and join exciting excursions and activities throughout the term.

All SIS courses in Brussels are accredited at Portland State University, ensuring academic recognition for your study abroad experience. Explore the dynamic heart of Europe with SIS Intercultural Study Abroad in Brussels.

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Program Highlights

The program utilizes the EUFICCS model, a strategy developed over 20 years to integrate students into the local social fabric rather than keeping them in a "study abroad bubble"
Semester programs are strategically designed for a 12-week (85-day) duration. This specific length allows many students to participate without needing to apply for a student visa.
While French is the primary language of immersion and daily life, the program also offers a "Survival Dutch" course to help students navigate and respect Belgium’s trilingual identity.
Students live with local host families (both native Belgian and international) to experience daily life, share meals, and practice language skills in a natural setting.
Take advantage of free weekends for personal travel to Bruges, Antwerp, Amsterdam and elsewhere in Europe.

What's Included

Tuition & Fees
Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
All Program Activity Costs
Some Meals / Partial Meal Plan
Group Meals
Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
Public Transportation Pass
In-Country Orientation
Laundry
Language Lessons
Course Materials
Academic Credit
Emergency Support
Internship Placement

Program Details

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Locations

  • Brussels, Belgium

Fields & Subjects

  • French
  • Political Science & Politics
  • Sociology
  • European Studies

Available Terms / Availability

  • Years Offered
  • 2026
  • Terms Available
  • Fall
  • Spring
  • Winter

Eligible Nationalities

  • All Nationalities

Education Levels & Language

  • Education
  • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Accommodation Options

  • Home-stays

Application Procedures

  • Transcript
  • Written Application

Age Requirement

18-30

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Emma AndrosUnited States · March 2026

One semester is not nearly enough time with SIS

I loved my experience abroad with SIS and I reminisce on my time in Brussels nearly daily. Located in the heart of Europe, my friends and I travelled nearly every weekend. Service learning was very enjoyable and an excellent opportunity to engage with the community. Classes were FUN. I loved everything about SIS. My only complaint is that I had to go home when the semester ended.

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Marco PsyllosUnited States · March 2026

Amazing Experience of a Liftetime

What a lovely experience. Everyone does such a good job at making you feel at home and welcome. Wouldn’t trade the experience for the world. Thank you Irene and everyone who made the trip magical. 10/10 recommend.

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Teagan EngdahlUnited States · March 2026

the best choice I ever made

My time in Brussels was nothing short of life changing. The people I met, the family I stayed with, and the experiences I had will stick with me for the rest of my life. I couldn’t recommend this program more!!!

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