Category Archives: Study Abroad

Apply for a Fully Funded Internship/Study Abroad This Summer!

by Reese Michaelson

Applications for the 2025 Douglass-O’Connell Global Internship are now open!

The Opportunity: The Douglass-O’Connell Global Internship is an eight-week program promoting freedom, equality, social justice, and economic mobility, giving students the opportunity to attend lectures on the history of social change in Ireland, participate in extracurricular and networking activities, and intern with a host company that aligns with their skills and career goals.

Details: 12 exceptional student leaders will be selected for a transformative summer internship program in Dublin, Ireland, where they will draw inspiration from the legacies of two remarkable social justice leaders: Frederick Douglass and Daniel O’Connell. Co-sponsored by CIEE, the Government of Ireland, and the African American Irish Diaspora Network all program costs are covered, including housing and airfare. Students will also receive a stipend for their time on the program.

To Apply: Click this link to go to the application. 1st, 2nd or 3rd year students with a GPA of 3.0 or above who are Pell Grant eligible are invited to apply. The application is due on November 29th.

For more information, check out the provided flyer or click this link.

Critical Language Scholarship Informational Workshop

by Reese Michaelson

Interested in learning a new language? Want an immersive study abroad experience? The Critical Language Scholarship Program is a fully funded overseas language and cultural immersion program for American students.

Details: CLS recipients spend eight to ten weeks abroad during the summer learning one of 12 critical languages, including Portuguese, Chinese, Arabic, Japanese, and Korean.

The Workshop: The Center for International Education is hosting an informational workshop, where you can learn about CLS and get tips and tricks for applying. They’ll also discuss CLS Spark, which offers virtual instruction over the summer for beginner students in Arabic, Chinese, Korean, Japanese, and Russian.

When & Where: This workshop will be…

  • On Wednesday, October 30th, at 4:00 p.m.
  • In Robert Scott Small Room 206 (within the Center for International Education)

Can’t make the workshop or have any questions? Send an email to nationalawards@cofc.edu.

Learn About Study Abroad Opportunities on October 8th!

by Reese Michaelson

Are you interested in learning about how studying abroad could fit into your plan? The Center for International Education is hosting an event where you can learn about all sorts of study abroad opportunities!

When & Where: This event will be…

  • On Tuesday, October 8th, at 5:00 p.m.
  • In Robert Scott Small Room 235

Great Opportunity For: Any Honors Comprehensive or ARCH students!

Bonus: Attending this event counts for extra credit for all students in HONS 100!

Spring 2025 Honors Course With a Spring Break Trip to Costa Rica!

by Reese Michaelson

How do we make sense of who we are? What do we want from the close relationships in our lives? These are the questions explored in HONS225-01: Constructive Selves and Building Relationships, an Honors colloquium course offered in Spring 2025 that includes a Spring Break trip to Costa Rica!

The Course: This course explores the intersection of culture and interpersonal relationships to understand how this interplay constructs our individual and relational identities. We will examine taken-for-granted assumptions about the study of relationships and relationship forms as well as important theories and trends through the use of arts-based research and creative case studies.

The Trip: Embark on an enriching journey in Costa Rica, designed to offer a unique blend of cross-cultural exploration and hands-on learning experiences. This immersive experience provides students with the opportunity to delve into the heart of Costa Rican culture.

Trip Details: Activities will include visiting a small, sustainable chocolate farm, walking in the rainforest, hiking to waterfalls, rafting down rivers, snorkeling, and ziplining. You must enroll in this course or COMM 336, an express I non-Honors course, to attend. The trip stretches from February 28th to March 9th, 2025.

To Apply: Use this link to apply for the trip. Act fast, the deadline is October 15th!

If you have any questions about the course or spring break trip, contact Professor Jenna Abetz at abetzjs@cofc.edu.

European Union Study Abroad

by Reese Michaelson

Interested in travelling abroad over spring break and becoming an expert on the European Union? INTL 390: European Union Studies is being offered next semester with the opportunity to travel to Brussels (and other European spots)!

The Course: Develop a deep understanding and become an expert on the European Union, one of the most interesting political, social and economic endeavors of our time, and one of the largest trading partners of the United States and South Carolina. You will travel to the heart of the European Union, Brussels, Belgium, and visit the headquarters of its executive and legislative institutions, meet with staff members and try to have high level meetings with officials of these or related institutions, take a one day trip to the magical medieval city of Bruges, home of the College of Europe, and another day trip to The Hague (Netherlands), home of the Peace Palace and the European Agency for Criminal Justice Cooperation.

Details:

  • Scholarships of $500 available through Center for International Education at this link.
  • Course does not impact tuition rate if enrolled full-time in (12-16 credits)
  • Scholarships of $1000 available through LCWA—apply for Samuel Freeman Trust Scholarship at this link.

To Apply: Click this link to find the application.

For more information, click the application link, see the attached flyer, or email Program Director Aimee Arias at ariasak@cofc.edu.

U.S. Congress – Republic of Korea National Assembly Exchange Program

by plasmatinc

The U.S. Congress – Republic of Korea National Assembly Exchange Program is a joint exchange program combines professional meetings, briefings from government officials and private sector specialists, peer interaction, and cultural activities.

The Experience: Delegations of students from Korea and the U.S. will spend time together in Washington, DC. Afterwards, the Americans will depart for Korea, while the Koreans will remain in the U.S. to explore another U.S. city. At the end of the program, the Korean delegation will return to Korea to reunite with their American counterparts together in Seoul.

The Purpose: to broaden the perspectives of Korean and American young people on: the legislative process, the history of U.S. – Korean relations, and current economic, political, and security aspects of the bilateral relationship.

How to Apply: Online application (personal statement + LOR + resume + active passport) by Friday, April 12 at 11:59pm EST.

Info Session About an Exchange With the American University in Cairo

by Reese Michaelson

Interested in learning about a study abroad experience in Egypt with the American University (AUC) in Cairo? Head to this information session next week!

Details: At the info session, you’ll learn all about the AUC and talk with alumni of the program.

When & Where: The info session will be…

  • On Tuesday, February 27th, at 3:30 p.m.
  • In the Robert Scott Small Building, room 207

Click here for more information about the AUC programs being offered.

The American University in Cairo Is Looking for Students for Their Presidential Associates Program!

by Reese Michaelson

The Presidential Associates Program at The American University in Cairo (AUC), which provides recent university graduates the opportunity to spend a full calendar year working at the highest levels of an international university, is looking for applicants for their upcoming cohort!

The Program: You will have the opportunity to learn Arabic, participate in community service, network with experts in the MENA region, and experience life in Egypt. Plus, you’ll have the unique opportunity to begin your professional career while abroad!

Benefits: Program benefits include a monthly living stipend, furnished faculty housing, private Arabic tutoring, access to AUC faculty and staff programs, community-based personal development, subsidized trips around Cairo and Egypt, and more.

Great Fit For: Graduating seniors from all backgrounds.

To Apply: Click here for the application information. Applications are due on Sunday, February 25th, so act fast!

For more information, go to this link, visit the program’s Facebook, or email associates@aucegypt.edu.