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Education Abroad

There's a whole world out there waiting to be explored, discover what it has in store for you by studying abroad. Ðǿմ«Ã½'s education abroad opportunities range from a few weeks in the summer to a semester or a full year overseas.

 

Featured Program - University of Portsmouth

University of Portsmouth
Spend a Semester in Portsmouth, England!
The University of Portsmouth is a public university located in the vibrant island city of Portsmouth, England, with a history dating back to 1869. It is recognized for its commitment to offering a transformative educational experience, emphasizing outstanding teaching, comprehensive student support, and strong career prospects for its graduates.
"Studying abroad was the best decision I  made in college! It challenged me, inspiried me, and helped me grow in ways I never thought imaginable!"
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What You Can Study at Portsmouth!

  • Business
  • Communications
  • Criminal Justice
  • Economics
  • Film/Cinema/Video Studies
  • History
  • International/Global Studies
  • Psychology
  • And More!

Discover Study Abroad Programs

Explore study abroad options, discover resources, and start your journey. The Office of Global Engagement is here to help you navigate along the way as you familiarize yourself with the eligibility requirements, application deadlines, fees and program options.
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Study Abroad 101 is your essential guide to navigating the study abroad process at Ðǿմ«Ã½.Study Abroad 101 is your essential guide to navigating the study abroad process at Ðǿմ«Ã½.
Explore our study abroad options offered through our international exchange or approved affiliate partners around the world!
A Faculty-Led Program refers to a short-term study abroad program led by a Western Carolina University Faculty or Staff member in an international setting for anywhere between one to eight weeks.

Additional Education Abroad Resources

The Office of Global Engagement is here to help you navigate the process!

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Passport Services
For the second time, Ðǿմ«Ã½ has been awarded the American Passport Project Grant by the Institute for International Education. The American Passport Project is a grant that provides free passports for Ðǿմ«Ã½ to help them study abroad during their time at Ðǿմ«Ã½!
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Discover Study Abroad at Ðǿմ«Ã½

Students can choose to study abroad for a semester, full year or shorter options such as faculty-led trips during summer, winter, fall and spring breaks which include both international and domestic trips. Additionally, there are organizations through our affiliate network that have additional options for students.

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