Study Abroad Programs: Area Studies
Immerse yourself in a diverse and fascinating world of cultural and regional exploration with our Area Studies study abroad programs. These programs offer a deep dive into the history, politics, economy, society, and culture of a particular region or country. Through a mix of coursework, cultural excursions, language study, and internships, you will gain a nuanced understanding of the region's complexities and challenges, as well as its strengths and potentials.
Our Area Studies programs cover a wide range of regions and countries, from Latin America, Africa, and Asia to Europe and the Middle East. You can choose from a variety of topics and themes, such as human rights, gender and sexuality, religion and spirituality, sustainability, and business and entrepreneurship. You will also have the opportunity to engage with local communities and experts, participate in cultural events and festivals, and explore historical landmarks and natural wonders. Whether you are a humanities, social sciences, or business student, our Area Studies programs will provide you with a unique and enriching study abroad experience that will enhance your academic and personal growth.
Subcategories for Area Studies
| European Studies | 153 programs |
| Spanish and Iberian Studies | 138 programs |
| Latin American Studies | 101 programs |
| Italian Studies | 87 programs |
| Asian Studies | 84 programs |
Area Studies - Featured Programs
Learn, analyze, and compare three vibrant Francophone cities: Paris, France; Rabat, Morocco; and Dakar, Senegal up close with a cross-cultural sem...
Area Studies - All Programs
This customized academic study abroad program is targeted at political science, security studies, and international relations majors who are studying Russian as a foreign ...
One of the oldest and most respected overseas Russian immersion programs available to students today, the Advanced Russian Language & Areas Studies Program (RLASP) is ...
Four centuries of scholarship on an iconic campus in the heart of the multicultural, buzzing, international city of Dublin await you! Established in 1592 by Elizabeth I, T...
This program is ideal for students who would like to improve their communication and grammar skills, while also taking culture courses in addition to their language studie...
Central Asian Studies is an innovative program preparing students for international careers. Based in the fascinating and historically significant region of Central Asia, ...
Designed for students at an advanced level of Spanish, the program structure of the School in Spain gives students the opportunity to perfect their Spanish competency thro...
This customized academic study abroad program is targeted at majors in history, politics, culture, and international relations who are studying Russian as a foreign langua...
Course: "Cuisine and Culture in Paris & Munich" (Interdisciplinary Studies)...
Prague resonates with the culture of Europe, past and present. Home to prolific writers, artists, and musicians, including Kafka, Mucha, Kundera, Mozart, Dvořák, and Smeta...
The program offers a semester of study and cultural immersion in Spain’s capital. Madrid is one of those fantastic cities where immersion isn’t just a benefit of the prog...
The program is based at Reid Hall, Columbia University's campus in Paris. For over a century, its long and distinguished past of intellectual, artistic, and cultural excha...
With its grand boulevards, world-famous monuments, unparalleled literary and artistic history, and its simple joie de vivre, Paris is a city that will change you forever. ...
