Abroad and Away
Where will your journey take you?
At UD, we're passionate about broadening your horizons and connecting you with a global network of opportunities. Whether you envision a semester of study, want to enroll in a short-term course abroad, or explore a short travel experience with a faculty member to complement your studies, we offer a variety of options to suit your preferences. We're here to support your journey every step of the way.
Below, you'll find an overview of some U.S.-based and international opportunities for global and intercultural learning, along with essential health and safety information. For further details about our programs or to schedule an appointment with an advisor, please explore the links on this page or visit our Studio Abroad website.
25+ Faculty-Led Programs
for a guided experience abroad.
20 Exchange Partners
for you to choose from for your semester away.
Students on a Faculty-Led program: CAP-focused program in Chile (Human Rights Themed).
Students in Hawaii during their semester exchange program at Chaminade University of Honolulu.
Students on the Faculty-Led program: Psychology in Ireland.
Students on the Integrated Learning Program: History of Spain.
Types of Programs
These programs, taught and facilitated by UD faculty, take place during winter or summer breaks. They provide direct UD credit by offering intentional academic instruction in the context of the site. These programs are ideal for you if you wish to cultivate unique experiences around a common academic interest alongside your UD peers and faculty. Also, due to their timing outside of the traditional academic year, they can often assist you in graduating early, adding a minor or second major, or may even free up time in your four year plan for a semester-long internship or co-op.
Cost Range: $5,000 - $12,000*
*Cost range varies significantly since students enroll in 3–10 credit hours, depending on the program/location
Academic Credit: 3 - 10 credit hours
Length: Typically 4 weeks, could be 2 - 8 weeks
Semester-long programs take place during the fall or spring semester. Exchange programs give students the opportunity to live and study as a visiting student at any number of our partner schools abroad. These immersive, more independent, programs allow students to become part of a campus community overseas while still staying on track for their given major here at the University of Dayton. Exchange and third-party semester program opportunities take more planning, and it is advised that students start speaking to academic and education abroad advisors early in order to find the best campus and environment to meet their goals.
Cost Range (exchanges): Net tuition guarantee applies. Students should plan for onsite housing expenses, spending money, and travel expenses.
Cost Range (Third-party): Pricing varies. UD financial aid do not typically count toward these programs. Be sure to speak with Education Abroad and Away advisors if you are considering third party options.
Academic Credit: Typically 12 - 15 credit hours
Length: One semester or a full year
Integrated Learning Programs specialize in weaving a travel component into an already existing fall or spring semester course at UD. These on-campus courses take the opportunity to expand upon the course curriculum through travel during designated breaks in our academic year. Fall courses often involve travel in early January, while spring courses utilize our existing spring break or early May (following the end of exams). Integrated learning allows professors to take their students, and the content, one step further into an applied learning context abroad.
Cost Range: Up to $3,500. Costs may include expenses like housing, meals, excursions, and flights.
Academic Credit: 3 credit hours. However, some programs offer 6 credit hours.
Length: Typically 1 - 2 weeks on site in addition to on-campus course work before and/or after trip.
Through these programs, you have the opportunity to engage in cross-cultural learning and reflection during any of your winter, spring, or summer breaks. These programs typically do not have academic credit tied to their programing, but they offer rich opportunities to apply skills and personal vocation to the various tasks presented in site. Often these programs are ETHOS engineering breakouts or Center for Social Concern breakouts and immersions.
Cost Range: Up to $3,500. Costs may include expenses like housing, meals, excursions, and flights.
Academic Credit: None
Length: 1 - 6 weeks
There are inherent risks anytime you travel. However, those risks can be mitigated with preparations you can take in advance and on-site, as well as training on what to do if an emergency does arise. The Global & Intercultural Affairs Center ensures that all students who are going abroad participate in a health and safety pre-departure session to discuss ways to contribute to a healthy and safe experience abroad.
The University of Dayton has numerous resources and established processes to respond to emergencies that occur and impact all UD travelers abroad. These include:
- UD International Assessment Team
- A top-rated medical and security support provider, available 24/7
- Access to country intelligence through a risk management firm for all travelers
- Mandatory pre-departure orientations
- Emergency Response protocols
- Emergency contact numbers, answered 24/7
In addition, the university monitors the world-wide situation, manages emergency response protocols, and stays in close contact with our medical and security support services provider, as well as overseas partners.