February 12, 2026

Study Abroad Programs: Area, Ethnic and Group Studies

Immerse yourself in the cultural, historical, and social dynamics of diverse communities around the world through a study abroad program in Area, Ethnic and Group Studies. This program classification offers a multidisciplinary approach to understanding different cultures, ethnicities, and social groups, and their impact on various aspects of society. You'll explore topics such as language, literature, history, politics, religion, and art, while gaining a deeper appreciation and understanding of the complexities of cultural identities and diversity.

Programs in Area, Ethnic and Group Studies are typically designed for university-level students seeking to expand their knowledge and gain cross-cultural experience. Whether you're interested in studying the history and culture of indigenous communities in Latin America, the religions and traditions of Asian cultures, or the politics and social issues facing African societies, there's a program to suit your interests. With opportunities for language immersion, community engagement, and hands-on research, you'll develop skills that are highly valued by employers and gain a global perspective that will enrich your personal and professional life. Browse program reviews to find the perfect program for your interests and goals, and embark on a transformative journey of discovery and personal growth.

Subcategories for Area, Ethnic and Group Studies

Area Studies 1277 programs
Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies 299 programs
European Studies 153 programs
Spanish and Iberian Studies 130 programs
Latin American Studies 101 programs
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Area, Ethnic and Group Studies - Featured Programs

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Study Abroad Reviews for Marquette University: Cape Town - Service Learning in South Africa
Marquette University: Cape Town - Service Learning in South Africa

Marquette University South Africa Service Learning Program is based in cosmopolitan Cape Town, at the southern tip of the African continent. The people of South Africa cal...

5.0

3 reviews
Study Abroad Reviews for American Institute of Indian Studies: India - South Asian Languages At Multiple Sites of India
American Institute of Indian Studies: India - South Asian Languages At Multiple Sites of India

AIIS offers intensive, immersion-based training in modern and classical South Asian languages at multiple sites in India.Three types of programs are offered:Summer Program...

4.5

1 review
Study Abroad Reviews for Bryn Mawr: Avignon - Institut d'études Françaises d'Avignon
Bryn Mawr: Avignon - Institut d'études Françaises d'Avignon

The Institut d'Etudes Françaises d'Avignon, under the auspices of Bryn Mawr College, offers a six-week summer program of intensive work in significant aspects of French cu...

4.1

8 reviews
Study Abroad Reviews for Universidad de León: León - Direct Enrollment & Exchange
Universidad de León: León - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

The University of León is a Spanish public university with campus in León and Ponferrada....

5.0

2 reviews
Study Abroad Reviews for Marist College: Traveling - Asia Study Abroad Program (ASAP)
Marist College: Traveling - Asia Study Abroad Program (ASAP)

We live in a global community. The clothes you're wearing, the cell phone in your pocket, your tax preparation, your medical diagnosis, customer service on the other end o...

0.0

0 reviews
Study Abroad Reviews for Syracuse University: Florence - Syracuse University in Florence, Summer
Syracuse University: Florence - Syracuse University in Florence, Summer

Rediscover the Renaissance and the rebirth of antiquity in the living museum that is Florence, Italy. The city is your classroom as top researchers and scholars help you u...

0.0

0 reviews
Study Abroad Reviews for AIFS: Athens - American College of Greece
AIFS: Athens - American College of Greece

Spend a semester, academic year, January Term or summer in the vibrant and sophisticated city of Athens, Greece with AIFS! You’ll earn up to 15 credits per semester studyi...

4.4

13 reviews
Study Abroad Reviews for AIFS: Vina del Mar - Universidad Adolfo Ibanez
AIFS: Vina del Mar - Universidad Adolfo Ibanez

Spend a semester or academic year in the charming, modern city of Viña del Mar, Chile with AIFS! You’ll earn up to 16 credits per semester through a variety of courses st...

3.0

1 review
Study Abroad Reviews for University of California, Los Angeles: Hawaii -  Asian American Studies: Pacific Islander Communities
University of California, Los Angeles: Hawaii - Asian American Studies: Pacific Islander Communities

Attend the UCLA Hawai‘i Travel Study program for a critical examination of race, ethnicity, history, gender, sexuality, and U.S. empire in the context of the Hawaiian isla...

3.5

2 reviews
Study Abroad Reviews for FUBiS - International Summer and Winter University
FUBiS - International Summer and Winter University

FUBiS is an intensive, academic program through which students can earn credits that may be counted towards their degrees at their home institutions. FUBiS sessions run fo...

4.9

4 reviews
Study Abroad Reviews for CGEE: Gender and Social Change in Mesoamerica
CGEE: Gender and Social Change in Mesoamerica

In this experiential, community-based program students will cross borders constructed by language, nationality, race and ethnicity, gender, sexuality, socio-economic class...

0.0

0 reviews
Study Abroad Reviews for CGEE: Cuernavaca - Migration, Globalization, and the Environment
CGEE: Cuernavaca - Migration, Globalization, and the Environment

Engage directly with diverse communities impacted by globalization, migration and emigration. Explore effects on women, gender roles, and attitudes towards sexuality, as w...

0.0

0 reviews