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Bordered to the north by Tuscany and the south by the metropolitan area of Rome, Viterbo is a medieval city boasting historical, artistic, and monumental legacies. At the same time, it offers plenty of social and recreational opportunities. With a lively university community and active art scene, Viterbo is a bustling modern town located approximately one and half hours from Rome and Florence, with easy connections to the Mediterranean and Mountain regions. The Viterbo program is ideal for students interested in studying Italian, History, Art, Journalism, or Environmental Studies. The city provides students with an exciting setting to study and practice the Italian language and experience its rich culture away from English-speaking tourist areas. The summer Viterbo program offers two four-week sessions. Each includes an optional four-day visit to southern Italy. You may participate in one or both of the sessions. This is ideal for those unable to participate in semester or year-long programs.

Spend a semester or academic year in Maynooth, Ireland, with AIFS Abroad! Earn up to 18 credits per semester studying abroad at Maynooth University. Students can choose to study the International Program, Irish Cultural Heritage Certificate Program, or Certificate in International Business Program. Courses are taught in English. You'll live on campus in a student apartment with 4 or 5 en-suite, single bedrooms. Included in your program fee is a travel pass with an initial €100 contribution. You can use this on trains, the LUAS (tram system), and buses in Dublin going to Maynooth (and vice versa). Enjoy cultural and social activities including: • Walking tours • Museum and gallery visits • Traditional Irish music nights • Theater performances • Irish sporting events • 2-night trip to Dublin • Day trip to a working Irish farm • 2-day trip to Cork and Kilkenny A 3-day trip to Galway is available as an optional excursion.

Lush and green, Stirling is often called "The Gateway to the Highlands." It is extremely student-oriented, pedestrian-friendly, and offers the amenities of a large cosmopolitan city. The once majestic medieval castle in the heart of the city now serves as a local concert and arts venue. This combination of old and new gives it a sort of magical feel that visitors will always remember. It sits atop rolling hills and is near a beautiful loch inhabited by local wildlife. It is also only about 45 minutes by train from Glasgow or Edinburgh, giving students easy access to both cities for a day of exploration.

Are you looking for a study abroad destination relevant to your degree and capable of enriching your worldview? Look no further than Ghana, one of the wealthiest pan-African countries in West Africa! Immerse yourself in one of Ghana's central suburbs, Legon, where you'll quickly adapt to Ghanaian life. Ranked the seventh best university in Africa, you'll take classes alongside local and international students at the University of Ghana in courses like humanities, basic and applied sciences, education, health sciences, biology, dance, economics, history, music, political science, public health, sociology, and more. While in your program, you can enroll in a full course load or combine your courses with CIEE electives like internships, directed independent research, and more. For Spring 2024, no courses will be available at the University of Ghana due to the All-African Games being hosted in Legon. A full course load will be available through CIEE Legon.

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).

Study abroad in Costa Rica and experience a semester focused on culture, language, and sustainability. The Expanish Semester Study Abroad in San José allows students to earn academic credit while exploring one of the world’s most environmentally conscious countries. Courses emphasize Spanish language development and cultural understanding while examining topics related to sustainability and global issues. Learning extends beyond the classroom through excursions and engagement with local communities. San José serves as the cultural and political center of Costa Rica and a gateway to the country’s incredible natural landscapes. Students often explore rainforests, volcanoes, and beaches while experiencing Costa Rica’s welcoming culture and the lifestyle known as “pura vida.” With small classes, experienced instructors, and housing options such as homestays, students quickly integrate into local life while improving their Spanish and gaining a global perspective.

Imagine spending your summer in the scenic, seaside city of Sorrento, the gateway to the Amalfi Coast. By day, study Italian, marine biology, volcanology, international tourism, and sustainability. Then, retreat to the romantic piazzas overlooking the sea in the evening. As you stroll the uneven cobblestone streets, stop to take in the live local music and experience amazing Italian cuisine. The Sant’Anna Institute encourages students to become members of the community during their time abroad. You can join a variety of civic engagement and service learning opportunities. Clean up a beach, help a non-profit, or teach English to locals as you make a lasting impression in Sorrento.

Ashoka is India’s premier Liberal Arts and Sciences University, located in the Delhi NCR capital region. An Ashoka education emphasizes foundational knowledge, rigorous academic research, and hands-on experience. The University provides a world-class interdisciplinary learning led by permanent, internationally renowned faculty. Ashoka University welcomes students from institutions across the globe. Experience their unique academic offerings through a 16-week semester (fall or spring) program. You may also choose to spend a full academic year. The fee for one semester (16 weeks) is USD 9774. Inquire today or visit our website for more information about the Semester Program.

IES Abroad offers 140+ programs in more than 35 locations worldwide for undergraduate students. We're a little obsessed with study abroad, and not at all ashamed to admit it. We are a highly-charged force of study abroad enthusiasts. Every day we have the privilege of witnessing how study abroad changes our students' lives. That's the reason we do what we do: to provide once-in-a-lifetime educational adventures. Everything we do is about the IES Abroad student. Our goal is to provide personal support and guidance throughout your application and enrollment process. Whether it's housing or cultural events or field trips, our job is to make sure you have the most authentic study abroad experience possible. Study with us for a summer, semester, or year. No matter the term, our world-class faculty and courses will engage you as you discover new ways of learning both inside and outside the classroom. How will study abroad redefine you? We can't wait to find out.

Experience the unique environments and biodiversity of Southern Patagonia and Antarctica, and examine the conservation challenges posed by climate change and human behavior. From your base in Ushuaia, the world’s southernmost city, you’ll discover the economic and environmental importance of this region. Apply scientific research tools as you study marine biodiversity, visit the Beagle Channel and Tierra del Fuego, and embark on a 10-day expedition to the Antarctic Peninsula with guided landings and zodiac cruises. SIT’s program in Patagonia, Argentina, offers a minor in Antarctic studies or environmental studies. 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.

Join us for the experience of a lifetime! Reach Cambridge offers students aged 14-18 from across the world the unique opportunity to prepare for their future staying in university accommodation in the beautiful University City of Cambridge. We offer a diverse range of subject courses taught by expert tutors, complemented by engaging workshops and lectures. Each course is specially designed to complement high school studies while offering a glimpse of university-style learning. We offer a varied daily program of inclusive, fun activities and weekend excursions to other famous cultural highlights within the UK, such as London, Oxford, and Brighton. Join our truly international community of students and make friends from around the world in a safe and positive environment. Applications are now open for 2026! Please visit our website to check offers and apply. Choose your program: Two weeks Sunday 5th July - Saturday 18th July 2026 Sunday 19th July - Saturday 1st August 2026 Sunday 2nd August - Saturday 15th August 2026 Four weeks Sunday 5th July - Saturday 1st August 2026 Sunday 19th July - Saturday 15th August 2026 Six weeks Sunday 5th July - Saturday 15th August 2026

This is a unique, tailor-made learning and living experience integrated with the academic quality of the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona. Our customized programs are for institutions and agencies that want to provide groups of international students with an educational experience at a university of international excellence. Participants study on the main campus just outside the city or at a campus in central Barcelona. Individual programs are tailored by selecting from more than 100 elective subjects in English or Spanish across areas like Business, Communication, Medicine and Nursing, Law, Arts and Humanities, and Spanish and Catalan Language. Guarantee maximum flexibility! Programs are available all year round, with flexible timetables and no minimum duration. Students can add accommodation, meals, transport, cultural visits, and leisure activities.

Participants are immersed in the Italian language and culture during a semester, academic year, or summer program. Courses include Anthropology, Art History, Cinema, Medieval History, Sociolinguistics, History of Italian Cooking, Business, and Creative Arts. Students live with local host families while making a difference in the local community through service-learning opportunities. They participate in a series of activities and excursions during the semester or summer term. Some of these include cooking classes, grape harvest, hikes in the countryside, museum visits, day trips to Florence, and overnight excursions to the Alps, Tuscan coast, or other destinations of interest.

Anatolia American University offers you the opportunity to feel history come alive as you walk with us through olive groves, ancient sites, and thousand-year-old monasteries. While at Anatolia, build your resume by enrolling in certificate programs. Gain valuable hands-on experience through our Service Learning Program and courses that contain internships or practicums. During your free time, roam the sun-drenched beaches, hike through rocky mountains and explore breathtaking scenery. For the Greeks living in America, Greece will always be home. Anatolia American university is an ideal choice as a study abroad destination for Greek American youth, alongside students from across the globe. Students can choose to enroll for a summer, a semester, or year, or to complete their studies here pursuing degrees in Business, Tourism, Biological Sciences, Political Science & International Relations, Computer Science, Psychology, and English & Communication Studies.

Embark on a dynamic academic journey in Buenos Aires with Mente Argentina’s Academic Semester Program. Designed for students eager to delve into Argentine culture and academic excellence, this program allows you to study at one of four prestigious universities. Whether aiming for a semester or a full academic year, earn between 12-18 US semester credits or 24-36 ECTS credits, all transferrable to your home institution. Our program not only provides comprehensive academic options but also enables you to enrich your experience through internships, volunteer work, or specialized immersion courses in Tango, Cooking, Wine Tasting, Photography, and TEFL Certification. Why Choose Buenos Aires? Buenos Aires, with its lively arts scene, diverse culinary landscape, and dynamic social atmosphere, offers an unparalleled backdrop for academic and personal growth. Studying here enhances your academic credentials and provides a rich, immersive cultural experience, preparing you for global citizenship.

Launch your global career with Go Abroad China’s Paid Internship Program. Since 2003, we have connected over 4,000 international students and professionals from 50+ countries to high-impact, paid positions across China’s leading economic hubs. Our exclusive network guarantees access to 2,000+ internships at Fortune 500 companies, multinational corporations, and innovative startups across 20+ sectors, including business, finance, marketing, engineering, and IT. No prior Mandarin is required for many English-speaking roles. We provide a complete, stress-free experience with all-inclusive packages covering visa support, accommodation, airport pickup, orientation, and cultural activities. With dedicated career mentoring, 90% of our alumni secure jobs within three months. Choose your own start date for programs from one month to a full year, and let us tailor an internship to match your goals, skills, and budget.

The University of Roehampton offers students the opportunity to live and learn on a close-knit collegiate campus just a stone's throw away from the sights and sounds of the capital city. Students experience the 'best of both worlds' at London’s only parkland campus. You will study for one semester or a full year alongside Roehampton students from over 130 countries worldwide. Guaranteed on-campus accommodation at one of our four colleges will give you a truly British university experience. Modules are offered in diverse subjects, and our unique field-based ‘London Studies’ classes allow students to explore the city's rich history and culture. Our optional social program offers exciting trips around the UK. Past excursions have included visits to Oxford, Christ Church’s Great Hall—the Hogwarts Dining Hall, as you may know it! Recognitions: Number 8 in England for undergraduate student satisfaction (NSS 2024) Ranked in the top 15% in the world (Times Higher Education Young University Rankings 2024) We maintained our TEF Silver award from the Office for Students in the latest review (Teaching Excellence Framework 2023)

Gain practical experience in holistic health while exploring the Peruvian Andes. The Nutrition & Natural Medicine program in the beautiful Sacred Valley of the Incas, Peru, is a unique opportunity. You will learn about Peruvian superfoods, food as medicine, healthy cooking, natural Andean medicine, nutrition, cleansing practices, herbal and plant-based medicine, aromatherapy, organic farming, and more. You will gain an entirely new perspective on health and natural medicine by participating in this life-changing experience. If you want to stay longer in Peru, you may extend your stay by adding an internship, volunteering placement, or taking Spanish classes before or after the program.

Sustainable development is one of the most important and hotly debated topics of the 21st century. In Denmark and Europe, strategizing sustainability initiatives is a priority, from energy consumption to food production. Experience new approaches to sustainability from a European perspective and hear from the stakeholders shaping today’s agendas. This program is a good fit if you study: • Environmental Studies • Food Science • Public Policy • Sustainability Why study Sustainability in Copenhagen? • Bikes have surpassed cars with 265,700 bikes to 252,600 cars. • Copenhagen is working hard to become the world’s first carbon-neutral capital by 2025, and independent from fossil fuels by 2050. • The Danish Government is aiming to turn 50% of Danish electricity consumption into off-shore wind power by 2030. • The city is a world leader in climate change adaptation; it has agreed to develop 300 construction projects to adapt to the effects of climate change and make the city more resilient to extreme flooding. • Apply to live in the DIS Green Learning & Living Community.

Explore cutting-edge scientific and health challenges through a European lens in this study abroad program at Maastricht University (UM). It starts with a two-week introduction, which includes CES services, the Dutch Discovery Trip, a tour of Maastricht and the surrounding area, UM orientation, a Problem-Based Learning (PBL) workshop, a cultural awareness lecture, and integration into Dutch student life. Maastricht, situated at the intersection of the Netherlands, Belgium, and Germany, offers an ideal environment to study scientific and health challenges in a European context. The Science and Health in Europe programme explores key issues such as personalised medicine, pandemic preparedness, climate change, AI ethics, and sustainability. These topics reflect current European research priorities and policy agendas. Drawing on disciplines such as biology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, computer science, and artificial intelligence, the programme takes an interdisciplinary approach to learning. Students develop a strong academic foundation and a broad European perspective relevant to future careers in science and health.