Study Abroad in the United States

AIFS Abroad’s Study + Internship programs offer students the perfect blend of academic learning and professional experience abroad. Participants take university-level courses in their host city while gaining hands-on work experience through internships in various fields. This program allows students to apply classroom knowledge in real-world settings, enhancing their resumes and building valuable career skills. With a focus on cultural immersion and professional development, AIFS Abroad ensures that students receive academic support, internship placement, housing, and cultural excursions to make their time abroad enriching and transformative.

Explore urbanization and social justice in New York, Buenos Aires, Barcelona, and Cape Town. Through coursework, field visits, and homestays, examine how politics, economics, culture, and geography shape cities and influence the lives of urban citizens. Meet with academics, officials, NGOs, and grassroots movements to see how urban citizens organize to envision, build, and create more just and sustainable cities. Focus on fieldwork methods and ethics while completing a comparative research project on a topic of your choice. This program offers the choice to do a minor in urban 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, meals, and health insurance. 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.

Our Master's in Global Hospitality Management is a transformative journey across three continents. Designed to develop hospitality leaders with a global perspective, this program emphasizes strategic thinking and the skills needed to navigate the complexities of the international hospitality industry. You will build your global leadership toolkit, embracing agility, cultural intelligence, and a unique leadership approach through executive coaching. Experience immersive learning at prestigious universities in Europe, Asia, and the US, where each location provides an exciting, firsthand educational adventure. Three semesters. Three continents. A world of experience.

At Lex, pre-law students rotate to a new law firm each day, where they can expect to gain a deeper understanding of day-to-day life in the legal field. This is done by completing case studies and meeting with firms and attorneys throughout the host cities. In addition, they develop a deep appreciation for the rich cultures our site locations have to offer. For 6 years, Lex has been the best opportunity for real-world legal instruction to interested pre-law students. With fellowships in the US and Europe, our programs are for students who are ready to take their law school applications to the next level. What better way to gain hands-on experience with diverse cases, fields, and lawyers than in the fast-paced and beautiful cities of Madrid, Barcelona, Rome, and Washington, DC!? Law school is a significant investment of time and financial resources. Through the Lex Fellowship, you can determine if law school is right for you.

Atlantis is the #1, largest, and most reputable pre-health study abroad organization for US undergraduates. With shadowing experiences in Italy, Spain, Portugal, Croatia, and other countries, our multi-country programs are perfect for students who are ready to see the world. What better way to gain clinical hours than jet-setting all around Europe?! Shadow in top European hospitals with well-esteemed physicians and have the opportunity to explore the rich culture that Europe has to offer. As pre-health students, we know how hard it can be to travel and balance a rigorous course load. However, professional schools are looking for students that can critically think about the world we live in and how to improve the patient experience. With alumni in 40 of the top 50 MD programs, Atlantis prepares students for a future career in healthcare.

The Glacier Bay Semester offers an unparalleled opportunity for young people aged 18-24 to develop as leaders, community members, and global citizens. Based at our twin campuses, students will explore a mossy old-growth forest, paddle through icy fjords, and climb the rugged alpine summits of Glacier Bay National Park and the Tongass National Forest. The program is built around three central pillars: academic work in the liberal arts and sciences, service labor performed in support of the campus and community, and democratic self-governance. Close-knit community life and wilderness exploration round out the experience. Join us and immerse yourself in the communities and wildlands of Southeast Alaska, home to tidewater glaciers, alpine meadows, humpback whales, and brown bears. All students must be legally permitted to reside in the United States for the entire duration of the program. This means that DACA recipients are eligible for this program. Unfortunately, Tidelines cannot currently sponsor visas for international students.

It’s weird being a young adult in these times! With countless voices telling us who to be as the world around us burns with crisis after crisis, finding an authentic, hopeful, and life-giving way forward can feel out of reach. The Contemplative Semester offers a chance to slow down, take a break from the noise, touch the earth, and tune into the center of who you are. Based in the foothills of Vermont's Green Mountains, the Contemplative Semester is a 14-week, residential immersion into the depths of the human experience. Drawing from Buddhist teachings and practices as a primary framework, you’ll have the chance to deeply connect with yourself, others, and nature as you explore your unique path to greater peace, love, joy, and purpose. With optional college credits offered. Now, more than ever, the world is calling for people who live, love, laugh, cry, create, and care from the depths of their hearts. Are you ready to answer the call? Thankfully, it’s a group call with dance parties. Join us!

Immerse yourself in the fashion industry with our accredited summer program in New York City designed for undergraduate students. Over four weeks, you’ll develop your foundation in brand development, marketing strategy, operational management and entrepreneurship. This program offers a unique opportunity to experience New York City’s vibrant fashion ecosystem firsthand. From exploring historic shopping districts and fashion neighborhoods to gaining insights from industry professionals, you’ll draw inspiration and knowledge from the city’s diverse creative community and fast-paced business environment.

Join us in New York City for the WIRED Summer Program, an immersive 4-week experience for college students inspired by WIRED’s cutting-edge perspective on technology and innovation. In collaboration with WIRED, the leading authority on the future of tech, students will explore how AI and digital innovation intersect with their own fields of study, from healthcare and humanities to environmental science, design, journalism, business, and more. Students will learn through lectures, workshops, hands-on labs, expert panels, and industry visits around New York City’s world-leading tech ecosystem. Students will also benefit from personal mentorship from WIRED editors as they explore real-life case studies and present solutions to industry experts, gaining leadership skills and insider knowledge.

Sotheby's Institute of Arts Summer Program in New York City offers an immersive 4-week experience for undergraduate students eager to deepen their understanding of the international luxury market. Blending expert-led classes, site visits, and hands-on learning, the program situates students at the center of one of the world’s most influential hubs for fashion, beauty, design, and lifestyle. Participating students will explore the structures and strategies that shape today’s luxury sector - examining the heritage and impact of iconic brands, the valuation of goods, and the evolving dynamics of retail from flagship boutiques and digital commerce to luxury real estate. Applications for Summer 2026 are now open!

DISC is an immersive five-week summer program designed for college students interested in learning how to address the urgent issues of climate change, urban health, & social equity through built environment design. The full-time program fosters a multidisciplinary and international learning environment that empowers students with the tools and expertise necessary to craft innovative design-based solutions. DISC is open to eligible students from any college or university. International participants are welcome and encouraged to apply. No prior experience in design is necessary. Guided by UC Berkeley faculty, expert professionals, designers, makers, and entrepreneurs, DISC students confront the most pressing challenges facing cities. Through studio sessions, lectures, workshops, and fieldwork, they have the opportunity to test their own creative ideas while working with some of the most renowned researchers and practitioners from the San Francisco Bay Area. DISC alumni have been accepted to graduate programs at Columbia, Cornell, Harvard, MIT, Princeton, Rice, University of Illinois, University of Michigan, University of Pennsylvania, University of Washington, Yale, & UC Berkeley.

Join us in beautiful Boston this summer for an authentic pre-college experience while taking full advantage of living on a college campus right in the heart of the city. Choose your academic track: 1) SAT/ACT prep with College Admissions, 2) Marketing, or 3) Journalism. All courses are taught in small group settings by local Boston professors or working professionals. Daily classes in SAT or ACT prep and four full-length practice tests are designed to help you achieve your best scores. Taught by current Harvard students, you can expect to see 100-200 point increases at the conclusion of the course. In our Marketing Academy, students will learn the components of a successful marketing campaign, integrating social media marketing with more traditional best practices. Our journalism program is an exciting hybrid course combining journalism and digital media. On weekdays, we give students the option to tour nearby colleges. Schools we may visit include, Harvard University, Boston University, Tufts, Boston College, MIT, and Northeastern. On weekends and free time during the week, we offer a wide array of activities.

At Schiller International University, we offer you a highly specialized Bachelor of Arts in International Relations and Diplomacy degree. This program is designed to enable you to tackle global political issues and suggest practical solutions for governance, conflict resolution, and human rights. As a student of our program, you will learn how to lead in a new era by confronting 21st-century challenges like cybersecurity, climate change, and pandemics with innovative leadership and impactful solutions. Through our Bachelor of Arts in International Relations and Diplomacy program, you will develop critical thinking skills, analytical abilities, and intercultural competence that will enable you to succeed in a variety of careers, including government, non-profit, and business sectors. Join our Bachelor of Arts in International Relations and Diplomacy program at Schiller International University and become part of a community that values diversity, inclusivity, and the pursuit of knowledge. Apply today and start your journey toward a successful career in International Relations and Diplomacy!

Study TEFL online with OnTESOL at your own pace and attend live workshop-style lectures for an interactive learning experience. The 168-Hour Hybrid TEFL Certificate course is fully online and valid for teaching jobs worldwide. Combine our world-renowned 120-hour course with our live 10-Hour Lesson Planning Workshop and 3 specialists that will prepare you for teaching positions abroad and online. Get certified to teach English abroad, online, or in Canada or the US with our fully accredited TEFL certificate course! Receive up to 4 certifications! Earn a TESOL, TESL, and TEFL certificate with OnTESOL!

Earn a Globally Respected Level 5 TEFL Qualification! If you’re searching for a top-tier qualification that’s recognized and valued by employers worldwide, you’ve found it! The Level 5 TEFL Certification is your passport to teaching English wherever and whenever you choose. Why Choose This Level 5 Certification? • International Recognition: This prestigious qualification is required by schools in native English-speaking countries, select EU nations, and the UAE. With it, you’ll stand out to employers and open doors to exciting destinations. • Limitless Possibilities: Whether you dream of teaching abroad or online, this certification gives you the flexibility and credibility to pursue your goals on your terms. • Rigorous, Government-Regulated Standards: Our Level 5 course adheres to strict government guidelines, ensuring you acquire the knowledge and practical skills necessary to become an outstanding ESL teacher. It’s equivalent to a CELTA or TrinityTESOL—two of the most respected names in the industry. • Preferred by Employers: Schools and language centers worldwide actively seek Level 5-qualified teachers, giving you a competitive edge in the job market.

Do you want to live the American dream? Make this possible by teaching abroad. Start your exciting adventuring by choosing one of ITT's online TEFL/TESOL courses. Use the coupon code GoAbroad15 upon checkout to receive 15% off any course. Take advantage of our Super Sale! Choose from a selection of accredited online TEFL/TESOL courses, with prices starting from $65. Our 60-hour, 120-hour, 180-hour, and level 5 online TEFL and TESOL courses will prepare you for teaching abroad in a classroom setup and teaching online from the comfort of your own home. Every module has text, videos, quizzes, and your own personal tutor to help you through the course and give you positive feedback. Throughout the course, you will get the opportunity to submit lesson plans to experienced TESOL teachers, gaining valuable feedback from experts who have been teaching abroad for years! We can also help you find a suitable teaching job. You can get your 120-hour TEFL certificate online through ITT, at your own pace, in the comfort of your own home. Start your accredited TEFL/TESOL certification online now – your first step to being an English teacher. Where will you go from there? You decide!

Are you a student or young professional looking to enhance your career prospects through international work experience and hands-on learning? At Intern Abroad HQ, we help students and young professionals turn career aspirations into reality. We organize affordable internships in 20 destinations across 24 career fields that are tailored to meet each individual’s academic, professional, or personal requirements. With over 200 internship programs across Europe, Asia, Africa, Central America and South America to choose from, and options to intern from 2 weeks to 6 months either full-time or part-time, in-country or virtually, we facilitate career-enhancing experiences that work for you, not just the host organization. Intern Abroad HQ is proudly brought to you by the team behind International Volunteer HQ. We have collectively supported over 120,000 program participants since 2007 and are the only B Corp certified provider in our field.