Study Abroad & Global Learning

Have you dreamed of living and studying in another country?

Austin College emphasizes international education for our students and offers a variety of ways for you to explore the world. Our students go overseas for cultural and language immersion. They pursue work in their majors, take electives, and engage in internships in other states and countries. Study abroad can be integrated into your degree program so that you can enjoy a semester or year abroad and still finish in four. Language immersion and cultural experiences abroad are often touchstone experiences for students, offering them a broader understanding of the world.

Partner Programs

With 16 Program Partners that host 100+ semesters abroad experiences, your possibilities are virtually limitless.

Austin College is proud to partner with study abroad providers that specialize in quality international programs around the world. These long-standing organizations partner with distinguished universities abroad as well as facilitate their own unique programs, giving Austin College students access to world-class courses in world-defining locations.

In addition to providing excellent academics, our study abroad providers also:

organize cultural activities and excursions that further immerse students in their local environment
coordinate internship, research, and service-learning opportunities that fit a student's goals
arrange housing accommodations for the duration of a student's stay
ensure health and safety through established protocols and in-country support

Direct Exchange Options

A direct exchange program is another study-abroad option that gives students the opportunity to enroll directly in a foreign institution and experience local student life, independent from a study abroad provider. Students apply directly to the institution, coordinate course selection, and arrange housing accommodations with the guidance of the Office of International Programs. A direct exchange program is recommended for highly independent students with advanced skills in a foreign language who wish to immerse themselves in a different culture and are comfortable with navigating a new environment with limited assistance.

Austin College is proud to have established exchange partnerships with la Universidad Autónoma de Querétaro (the Autonomous University of Queretaro) and la Universidad Juárez Autónoma de Tabasco (the Autonomous University of Tabasco) and will support exchange opportunities with other universities around the globe.

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Jordan Family Language House

Jordan Family Language House is a residence hall specifically designed to encourage students to immerse themselves in Spanish, French and German languages and cultures. You apply for the residence hall through the language department in the spring semester of your freshman year.

Nationally recognized as a leader among language house programs, for over 30 years the JFLH has provided students with the opportunity to earn academic credit while "living" the language and culture. As a member of the house, you will