Study Abroad
Where Would You Like To Go?
Sam Gallagher: Environmental & Earth Sciences major/Geographic Science & Technology minor, spent the Fall 2017 semester at James Cook University in Townsville, Australia. If you click on the photo, you can experience Sam's presentation at the 2018 Undergraduate Research Conference.
Complete a study abroad inquiry form in order to begin the process.
Fitchburg State Alum Nick Wilson studied abroad in Prague, Czech Republic. Nick satisfied requirements for his minor in International Studies while studying in Prague.
There are many scholarship opportunities for study abroad, and they can be found through the links below:
- Fitchburg State University Center for Italian Culture Scholarship
- Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program-if you qualify for the Pell Grant, you qualify for a Gilman!
- Fulbright US Student Program- The Fulbright U.S. Student Program provides grants for individually designed study/research projects or for English Teaching Assistant Programs, for recent graduates.
- Boren Awards for International Study-this scholarship helps to fund study abroad in specific areas, for students interested in public service at the federal level.Find the list of preferences.
- German Academic Exchange Service- for study in Germany.
- American Scandinavian Foundation for study in Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, Sweden.
Many affordable study abroad options led by our faculty
If you would like to apply to any of these programs, an application can be found within each individual program webpage. The faculty-led programs include Fitchburg State courses taught by Fitchburg State faculty and require no transfer of credits. Students participating on a faculty led program need only send an unofficial transcript.
Upcoming Faculty-led options
This section is under construction as we update our 2019 programming.
Check back for exciting updates!
- Summer 2018, Japan with Professor Amakawa
- Summer 1 2018, Verona, Italy with Professors Govindan and Maldari
- Summer 1 2018, Accra, Ghana with Professors Benes & Duah
- Summer 2018, Scotland Fringe Festival with Professors Morgan and Budd
- Spring Break 2019, Trip to the Heart of Europe (Germany-Poland/Side Trips to Amsterdam & Brussels) with Professor Spero
Justine Marsella, an FSU alum majoring in Psychology and former Graduate Assistant in the Office of International Education, studied abroad on a faculty led program with Professor Kisha Tracy in England. Justine participated in the program to satisfy a free elective, here is the link to her testimonial.
Exchange programs with foreign universities
These programs offer a traditional exchange experience, and include you paying Fitchburg State tuition & fees as you normally would. Students participating on a faculty led program must request an official transcript.
Additional fees would come in the form of transportation costs, housing and a student visa.
If you would like to apply to any of these universities, complete an application. Exchange programs and any provider-led programs include courses taught at foreign universities and require additional paperwork (the Preliminary Registration Approval Form, or "PRAF,") for credits to transfer.
See the Study Abroad Advisor for assistance with this form, and we will work with your Departmental Advisor and the Registrar for course approvals.
*Keep in mind that these prices are subject to change according to currency conversion rate fluctuations.
Yamaguchi University, Yamaguchi, Japan
This university offers a range of courses *taught in English* in the Faculty of Global and Science Studies. This university also offers some exciting internship possibilities as well as inexpensive housing on campus.
- View a brochure for the Japanese Language and Culture in Japan Summer Program, 2015.
- Additional information about the Faculty of Global and Science Studies at Yamaguchi University. Many of these courses are taught in English!
- View this fact sheet on Yamaguchi University.
Rhine Waal University, Kleve, Germany
This university offers a wide array of courses *taught in English* in the Applied Sciences Program including International Studies, as well as a "Fab Lab." Students can travel easily from the border town of Kleve to the Netherlands by bicycle or shuttle.
- Budget sheet for a semester at Rhine-Waal University.
- Courses taught in English at Rhine-Waal University.
- Costs of living in Kleve.
Media University, Stuttgart, Germany
This university offers many opportunities for students in the Communications Department & students interested in the "Business" of Communication to take courses and get hands on experience, all living in the beautiful region of Bavaria.
- Budget sheet for a semester at Media University.
- Courses taught in English at Media University.
- Living in Stuttgart.
Thomas Begin, a Film/Video major, studied abroad in Stuttgart - read his testimonial!
University of Verona, Verona, Italy
- Budget sheet for a semester at University of Verona.
- Undergrad courses offered in English at University of Verona.
- Living in Verona.
- Obtaining a student visa from the Boston consulate.
Zhejiang Gongshang University, Hangzhou, China
Business students who are interested in China should consider this exciting opportunity to study the language and culture of China as they attend a Business School in beautiful Hangzhou.
- Budget sheet for a semester at Zhejiang Gongshang University.
- Access the courses taught in English at Zhejiang Gongshang University.
Direct enroll agreement programs
These programs allow you to enroll directly into the foreign university, paying tuition & fees to that university instead of Fitchburg State (you do not have to pay FSU tuition & fees while you are abroad). You will, however, be responsible for transportation, housing and a student visa.
If you would like to apply to these programs, an application can be completed here. Direct enrollment programs include courses taught at foreign universities and require additional paperwork (the Preliminary Registration Approval Form, or "PRAF,") for credits to transfer. See the Study Abroad Advisor for assistance with this form, and work with your Departmental Advisor and the Registrar for course approval.
Regents University, London, England
- Study abroad at Regents during the summer 2018.
- General courses for Regent’s 2018 spring semester. There are many more courses to choose from, so do make an appointment to discuss all of the options.
- Budget sheet for a semester at Regent's University.
Assumption College, Rome, Italy Campus
Fitchburg State University has partnered with Assumption College Rome Campus and the Center for Italian Culture to provide you with a wonderful opportunity to spend a semester in Rome. Stop by and speak with the Study Abroad Advisor for more information!
- Budget sheet for a semester at The Assumption College Rome Program.
- Courses for The Assumption College Rome Program.
- Living in Rome.
International Education Organization (IEO) Led Programs
International Education Organization led programs include courses taught at foreign universities and require additional paperwork (the Preliminary Registration Approval Form, or "PRAF,") for credits to transfer. See the Study Abroad Advisor for assistance with this form, and work with your Departmental Advisor and the Registrar for course approval.
- Click to access the IEO page.
Click here for information on New England Study Abroad Returnee Conference. This is a great opportunity to network with other students and professionals in the field of study abroad!
