Economics Study Abroad Programs

Study abroad in the charming colonial city of Oaxaca, Mexico, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Oaxaca’s extensive colonial architecture and deeply-rooted indigenous cultures make it a unique and fascinating destination. Spanish classes are offered for all levels and students can choose from a variety of electives and specialized programs in healthcare and the arts. Oaxaca is nestled in a valley in the highlands of central Oaxaca state surrounded by the Sierra Norte mountains. Within easy access to the city, you will find some of Mexico’s best-preserved archaeological sites. Oaxaca is a vibrant city for the arts and possesses a world-famous food culture with cutting-edge restaurants. The Arcos Learning Abroad program provides an all-inclusive study abroad experience with cultural activities on the weekdays, excursions on the weekends, on-site directors, carefully vetted homestays, tuition, and much more. Arcos invites you to step through the arch and into a life-changing experience abroad. Immerse yourself in the timeless culture and rich history of Oaxaca. Mexico awaits!

Expand your research knowledge and skills over a summer in Scotland. The city features a fascinating blend of Old and New Towns with luscious gardens and historic buildings. Explore the Edinburgh Castle and Calton Hill on the weekends. Our one-of-a-kind programs allow you to grow your work foundation while exploring a new country. Adelante Abroad offers multiple five-week Observation and Research Programs to students who want to earn credit for around 200 hours of research in Scotland over the summer. Placements include Psychology, Horticulture, Veterinary, Animal Behavior and Welfare, National Wildlife Rescue, Royal Zoological Society, and Speech Pathology & Hearing Sciences. One of the most popular sectors is our psychology internships abroad, where candidates can research eye witness identification or visual-spatial memory. Students may be required to have relevant skills for their chosen sectors. Applicants should be current students looking to add knowledge and expertise to their resumes.

The USAC program is based at the University of Alicante, which has a student population of 30,000 and offers two diverse academic areas: Intensive Language and Spanish and European Studies. Have the opportunity to study the Spanish language and the complexities of Spanish and contemporary European societies through a wide selection of academic courses, as well as through personal interaction with the host culture. You may stay for one semester or a full year. Our intensive approach allows you to complete up to two years of university foreign language coursework in only one semester, helping meet Spanish minor or major requirements. The summer Alicante Program offers two sessions, a five-week session and a four-week session with the option of a four-day visit to Madrid. This program is ideal for those unable to participate in semester or yearlong programs. Students may combine intensive Spanish language courses and elective courses for a minimum of 3 credits and a maximum of 6 credits per summer session. A sailing course is also offered in summer to take advantage of living so close to the Mediterranean Sea.

Spend a semester or academic year in Prague, Czech Republic, with AIFS Abroad! You’ll earn up to 18 credits per semester through various courses while studying at Charles University. Courses are taught in English. Get involved in Prague’s community through internship or volunteer programs! Students can partake in a 3-credit International Internship Program. Placements are arranged based on your skills, interests, and abilities in various fields, including art, culture, history, economics, and more. Students can also study with the East and Central European Studies Program, which includes a 2-week orientation program in Czech language and culture. Enjoy cultural and social activities such as: • Visits to museums and cultural sites • Day trips to places like Plzeň, Kutná Hora, Terezín, Český Krumlov and Lidice • Events to meet and practice speaking with Czech students • A 2-day trip to Moravia, the eastern region of the Czech Republic Optional excursions include a: • 3-day trip to Kraków and Auschwitz-Birkenau, Poland • 2-day trip to Hiking in Northern Bohemia • 2-day trip to a Czech spa town

Studying abroad at Shanghai University offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in one of the world’s most dynamic and fast-growing cities. Located in the heart of Shanghai, China’s global financial and cultural hub, the semester program provides students with a rich academic experience, cultural exposure, and professional networking opportunities. This program combines rigorous academics with real-world learning. Students can choose from a variety of courses, including Chinese language, culture, business, and engineering, all taught by leading experts. The curriculum is designed to provide both in-depth academic knowledge and practical skills. Ideal for open-minded, adventurous students, this program is perfect for those eager to explore China’s culture and global opportunities. Participants gain valuable skills, intercultural communication experience, and a deeper understanding of China’s role in the global economy—enhancing their resumes and boosting their career prospects.

Get the chance to study at a university in Spain while immersing in a rich cultural heritage! Depending on your chosen program, you will take courses at any of these universities: the University of Pablo de Olavide, the Menendez Pelayo International University, WorldStrides Global Campus, or the University of Sevilla. No matter where you study, you have the assurance of modern facilities and highly qualified faculty. Plus, you will find program options suitable for your Spanish proficiency level. Take the time to visit our office while in Seville, a renovated Andalusian building. We have amenities and facilities available for your use. Our friendly staff is ready to answer your questions or cater to your needs. Drop by during normal business hours and hang out with other participants or check out our bulletin for upcoming events. The beautiful city of Seville offers endless opportunities to immerse oneself in Spanish traditions and culture. At the same time, it has plenty of splendid destinations waiting to be discovered, including north of La Giralda, Barrio Santa Cruz, and El Arenal. Learn about its history through visits to cathedrals and historic monuments.

Unlike traditional study abroad or tourism experiences, Semester at Sea offers a unique opportunity for deep, authentic engagement with countries and cultures around the globe. It's more than just the adventure of a lifetime. It's a transformative experience that will give you a global perspective to take on the challenges of tomorrow. Fall 2026: European, African, South American, and Asian Adventure Embark: September 9, IJmuiden, The Netherlands Disembark: Dec 22, Bangkok, Thailand Itinerary: Portugal, Morocco, Brazil, St. Helena, South Africa, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Vietnam, Hong Kong Spring 2027: Asia, Africa, and Europe Embark: Jan 5, Bangkok, Thailand Disembark: Apr 20, Bremerhaven, Germany Vietnam, Indonesia, Singapore, India, Kenya, South Africa, Ghana, Morocco, Scotland

Get to know Berlin on your terms by customizing your study abroad experience through the Open Campus Block program. Take one, two, or three six-week blocks and choose courses from various subject areas. Learn from expert instructors who have made Berlin their home and are eager to share exciting connections between your course material and the people, sites, and organizations that make Berlin unique. CIEE Berlin is in the heart of the international Kreuzberg district, a hub for the arts, music, and digital technology. No matter how you build your program, you'll surround yourself with the language, culture, and people of Germany's vibrant and historic capital city.

Study at NYU Florence and experience one of the world's most culturally significant cities. Students live either on the NYU Florence estate or in an apartment or homestay in downtown Florence. Take full advantage of the city’s many historic and cultural offerings through faculty-led trips throughout the city and the Tuscan region. NYU’s academic center is housed on La Pietra, a 57-acre estate situated in the hills above Florence. The beautiful, historic estate contains five 15th-century villas where students live and learn. Villa La Petra, for instance, features a museum showcasing a collection of early Renaissance art and furnishings. Villa Ulivi has classrooms, a computer lab, a book reserve reading room, and a cafe. And Villa Natalia contains staff offices, a lounge, a small gym, and a dining hall. The estate offers ample open space, including several gardens and olive groves where students can relax, explore, and enjoy breathtaking views of the city of Florence. Please note that spring semester programs tend to fill early. Opportunities vary based on local restrictions. Visit the NYU Florence website for up-to-date information.

Academic excellence in one of Europe's greenest cities! With a sterling reputation for academic excellence that stretches back to 1583, the University of Edinburgh is also looking to the future. Witness the university’s Edinburgh Futures Institute, a thought lab focused on global challenges. (Hint: Check out the class Creating Edinburgh: The Interdisciplinary City, popular with IFSA students.) The university also offers 290 societies and 60 sports clubs. Trampoline, anyone? History is everywhere, from the university paper—The Student, founded in 1887 by Robert Louis Stevenson—to Edinburgh Castle, a mark of Scottish resilience and strength for centuries. Take time out to recharge in one of the city’s countless green spaces. Explore the iconic Old Town and the streets that influenced the wizarding world of Harry Potter. Take the legendary pilgrimage to the top of Arthur’s Seat and see the city spread at your feet. You can’t leave Scotland without experiencing its raw natural beauty. The unforgettable IFSA Highland excursion makes it easy, and it’s included (no extra fees).

SAI invites students to surround themselves with the refined beauty of Renaissance Italy by studying abroad at the Florence University of the Arts (FUA). FUA offers a wide range of courses in English, which have been carefully planned and designed in keeping with current interests and contemporary subjects including Literature, Sciences, Business, Economics, History, Fine Arts, Graphic Design, and more. SAI oversees and coordinates all aspects of student enrollment, including application processing, course selection and credit, visa advising, housing, student health insurance, and transcripts. In addition, SAI provides comprehensive student services, from the moment of application, through the on-site experience, until students return home. In addition to supporting students throughout their stay in Florence, SAI also coordinates a range of activities and excursions throughout the term, including a walking tour of historic Florence, a “survival Italian” language class, a hike to the Piazzale Michelangelo, and Italian cooking workshop, a weekend excursion to Milan and Lake Como (semester only), and many others.

Studying abroad is an incredible opportunity to enhance your resume while exploring the world, learning a new language, and building lifelong international connections. Located in the heart of historic Rome, Italy, John Cabot University offers you the chance to join a vibrant international campus community while immersing yourself in one of the world’s most fascinating cities. Each year, we welcome 1,800 students during our semesters or summer sessions. With over 400 classes to choose from, a dynamic student life program, and a Monday-to-Thursday class schedule, you’ll have plenty of time to discover Rome and travel across Europe, thanks to our proximity to train stations and airports. If you’re seeking a semester abroad experience that lets you explore Italy and Europe while staying on track with your academic goals, JCU could be the perfect fit for you!

CYA (College Year in Athens) has been offering study abroad programs in various academic disciplines for over 60 years. Athens, a European capital, is rich in history and a contemporary hub for art, international business, and relations and debate on economic, political, and migration issues. With supplemental activities varying from archaeological digs to on-site courses and from study travel to volunteer opportunities, students can actively engage with their course material. They live in apartments in downtown Athens. A homestay option is also available where they're inspired to immerse completely in a historic environment. The CYA curriculum consists of academically rigorous courses taught by expert faculty. Course offerings encompass a range of academic disciplines and are taught in English. Optional language courses are available (Modern & Ancient Greek, Latin). Each semester, classroom lectures are complemented by on-site courses and field studies of major historical and contemporary sites around Greece.

CIS Abroad Study and Intern Abroad programs are some of the most affordable, comprehensive program packages available. We also don't cut any corners by offering everything you would expect from an overseas program: tuition, housing, support, insurance, excursions, social and cultural activities, and airport pick-up – all considered the core of our package. Some programs also include all or most meals, extensive off-site orientations/excursions, transportation passes, and more. Whether you want to study for a year, semester, or summer, intern for a month to a year, or take an intensive foreign language course for a couple of weeks, CIS Abroad has the perfect program for you at the best value! "You're Going Places with CIS Abroad!"

Intern in London, the perfect place for a semester-long internship abroad, with IES Internships. As a major driver of the global economy with internship placements in Finance, Politics, the Arts, and so much more, London is an ideal place for earning invaluable professional experience in a field. With IES Internships, guarantee an unpaid, for-credit internship placement of 32 hours to 40 hours per week in a business or organization that suits your career goals. Build a global network of professional contacts and gain real-world experience, all while exploring everything that London has to offer.

Learn about Tibetan and Himalayan politics, religion, and the challenges faced by communities in exile. Spend six weeks in Kathmandu, home to a significant Tibetan community, and study topics such as the Dalai Lama’s Middle Way approach, human rights in Tibet, and traditional Tibetan medicine, Sowa Rigpa. Explore ancient pilgrimage routes, deconstruct myths about Tibet, and trek to rural mountain communities. Learn Tibetan, with the option to study Nepali, and complete independent research or an internship. MONEY MATTERS SIT has given an average of over $1.3 million in scholarships and grants to SIT Study Abroad students in recent years and is committed to ensuring you have the information necessary to apply for such funding. Our program costs include academics, excursions, accommodations, airport transfers, and health insurance. Meal arrangements vary by program. Be sure to discuss how study abroad costs are handled at your school with your study abroad advisor and read the website for more specific information.

The American University of Beirut has long been admired for the strength and breadth of its academic programs and its commitment to a broad-based liberal arts education. All entering undergraduate students are required to complete a number of general education courses that provide them with the opportunity to explore many different disciplines. The University's Faculties of Agricultural and Food Sciences, Arts and Sciences, Engineering and Architecture, Health Sciences, Medicine (which includes the Rafic Hariri School of Nursing), and the Suliman S. Olayan School of Business offer more than 120 undergraduate and graduate programs. In addition, AUB also offers a select number of PhD programs in Arab and Middle Eastern History, Arabic language and literature, cell and molecular biology, theoretical physics, civil engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical and computer engineering, and environmental and water resources engineering.

The International School is an integral part of the University of Haifa. As a student in the International School you will be joining students from all over the world who have come to Israel to enhance their education. You will also be studying and living with Israeli students. The International School offers Honors Programs for highly motivated students in Psychology and Peace and Conflict Studies as well as track programs specializing in Global Law, and Arabic Language and Culture. All of the courses in the International School are taught in English and are fully accredited. Students who are proficient in Hebrew are welcome to take courses in all other departments of the university. The professors and lecturers teaching in the International School are members of the university faculty who have distinguished careers in their respective fields. The academic Internship Program features credit-bearing work-study experiences related to the academic or vocational interests of the student. Internships are mostly focused in the fields of social services, health services, social sciences, humanities

University of New York in Prague is the largest and leading English language Higher Education Institution in the Czech Republic. Teaching takes place in English and currently, more than 800 students from more than 60 countries study at UNYP. Lecturers come from the United States, EU and the Czech Republic, and bring with them both academic and professional backgrounds. This makes UNYP the most diverse and multicultural institution in Czech Republic. UNYP offers a true international environment for every single student. Our students are advised and nurtured by faculty who will develop their critical thinking, analytical, problem-solving, leadership, and decision-making skills required for career success and a fulfilling life in the 21st century. At UNYP, students can study American Bachelor's programs (Business Administration, Digital Media Arts, International Relations, Communication and Media, Psychology, English Language Literature and IT), Master in Psychology, and MBA programs.

The University of Westminster is a diverse and dynamic university located in the heart of London, England. Offering a vibrant learning environment and a commitment to education for professional life, one of our core aims since our foundation as the Royal Polytechnic in 1838. We offer a wide range of bachelor's and master's courses, ranging from Business Management and International Relations to Conflict Resolution and Museum Studies. The university has very strong links with industry and professional organizations in London and across the United Kingdom, making sure courses are professionally relevant and offering students extensive placement and internship opportunities in leading businesses in their chosen sectors. Complete a Bachelor's degree in 3 years (or 4 years with a work placement or Study Abroad Year) or a Master's degree in 1 year.