History Study Abroad Programs
History is a living thing that links the past, present, and future of every aspect of our lives – our common and divergent cultures and histories, our languages, societies, governments, economies, religions, and day-to-day customs and beliefs. To make history come alive and put it into context, you must see where it happened, think about why it happened, and witness the effects it has had on the place and people where it occurred. Studying history abroad isn’t just valuable for history majors, it can also be useful for those studying a range of other fields, because history affects society on a global scale.
894 History Study Abroad Programs
CIEE College Study Abroad
CIEE Open Campus Block in Berlin, Germany
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Arcos Learning Abroad in Oaxaca, Mexico
Study abroad in the charming colonial city of Oaxaca, Mexico, a U...
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Semester Study Abroad in Seville, Spain - Adelante Abroad
Seville is one of the most loved destinations among tourists. Enj...
University Studies Abroad Consortium
USAC Spain: Alicante - European & Mediterranean Studies
The USAC program is based at the University of Alicante, which ha...
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AIFS Abroad in Prague, Czech Republic (CU): Semester
Spend a semester or academic year in Prague, Czech Republic, with...
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Spend This Fall in Spain with NYU Madrid
Choose from courses in anthropology, business, and politics this ...
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Study in Mexico with World Endeavors
Travel to Cuernavaca, the "City of Eternal Spring", to enroll in ...
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Semester at Sea: Global Study Abroad on a Floating Campus
Join Semester at Sea on this global journey and make the world YO...
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Study Abroad in Rome at John Cabot University
Studying abroad is an incredible opportunity to enhance your resu...
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SAI Study Abroad at Florence University of the Arts (Italy)
SAI invites students to surround themselves with the refined beau...
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ISA Study Abroad in Seville, Spain
Get the chance to study at a university in Spain while immersing ...
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TEAN - Australia - University of New South Wales, Sydney
Just five minutes away from Coogee Beach and home to Australia’s ...
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IFSA: University of Edinburgh Partnership
Searching for a wonderful study abroad destination? The Institute...
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Lorenzo de' Medici: Florence
Istituto Lorenzo de' Medici invites you to study abroad in Floren...
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Study Abroad in Greece with CYA (Semester/Academic Year)
CYA (College Year in Athens) has been offering study abroad progr...
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A Guide to Studying Abroad in History
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History is taught worldwide and has hundreds of areas of specialization, so where you choose to study history abroad depends largely on what your areas of interest are and what career path you hope to follow.
If your specialty is ancient, or classical history, Egypt or Jordan are logical choices, and both are also good if you’re interested in doing field study or want a scientific edge to your experience abroad, such as working on archaeological or anthropological digs. Most history study abroad programs in Egypt are based in Cairo, which is a fairly inexpensive city to live in by international standards, with plentiful housing and good public transportation. Many universities in Cairo offer history courses in English, as well as some in Alexandria.
For students who want to combine the exploration of ancient history with modern-day emerging political and economic powerhouses, China or India are good choices for studying history abroad. China’s role in the world – politically, economically and culturally – continues to grow, as it is one of the most rapidly changing countries in the world. Consequently, study abroad programs in China are also on the rise. Beijing and Shanghai are cultural centers and have the largest range of study abroad program choices as well as incredible access to the nation’s history. Yet Xi’an, as one of the ancient capitals of China and a major stopping point on the Silk Road, provides outstanding opportunities for studying history in China too.
To help understand how rapidly the world has changed over the past three centuries, or delve into the golden age of art, architecture, music, and literature, while having access to some of the world’s finest museums, libraries, and archives, Europe is the place for you to study history abroad. Italy is Europe’s center, when it comes to history. Home to history’s most iconic and most well-preserved ancient landmarks, Italy also hosts a myriad of history study abroad programs to choose from. Italy is the birthplace of the Renaissance, the home of the lost city of Pompeii and the Vatican City. Most history study abroad programs in Italy offer the chance for students to travel through Italy to multiple destinations to further expand learning, which is definitely a bonus component to consider.
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