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 | 127 programs |
| Latin American Studies | 108 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
Our semester and year abroad programs of study have been developed in hand with the M.A. programs over five decades to offer graduate and undergraduate students an advance...
Our first school in Kiev was founded in 2001 and has since become one of the top Russian language training programs in the former Soviet Union.Today we operate 4 Russian l...
A fully French experience...This small, limited-enrollment program is designed to help students who have had some college-level French to immerse themselves in hearing and...
Located in Tours, capital city of the Loire Valley, one hour away from Paris, Institut de Touraine welcomes you all year long. Since its foundation in 1912, over 2000 stud...
Customized Internships for all majors in a variety of European countries! Linguistic Horizonsarranges customized internship placements for univesity students and recent g...
The 6-week program "Social Realities in Larin America" (January 5th - February 17th, 2024) is an academic program meant to sharpen the students' awareness of the main deve...
Live and work with an indigenous Guatemalan family in the Lake Atitlán area of the Western Highlands. Learn how to design, carry out, and write-up your own independent res...
Study and live in Verona, a modern, medium-sized city with a larger than life history, located near Venice, Lake Garda, the Dolomite Mountains, and the borders of Switzerl...
There’s no better way to improve one’s knowledge of the Spanish language and its customs than by interacting with the local community. Students in Barcelona will have the ...
Inspire Oman offers an authentic, culturally enlightening experience without compromising on academically challenging content appropriate all levels of students. With acce...
We welcome you, the students, to our house-school where you live with us, the Spanish teachers, and our family. You are immersed in Spanish and in the culture of our count...
Immerse yourself in the Russian language and explore the diversity of Russophone culture in Moscow and beyond – from St. Petersburg to Siberia. Beginning in the spring of ...
