Study Abroad Programs & Application Process

Students from all majors and academic programs can study abroad, undergraduate and graduate alike. We offer a variety of programs in three different models—travel-study/faculty led, provider programs, and exchange programs—to accommodate your interests and academic requirements. Set up a meeting with our study abroad advisor to review your options.

Model 1: Travel-Study/Faculty Led

Not everyone wants to go away for a semester or year. That’s why short-term travel-study is the perfect option for many students. Travel-study programs are Lesley courses embedded with a 1-2 week travel component where students and the faculty teaching the course travel to another country for hands-on learning and exploration.

The course's travel component takes place during January break, spring break, or over the summer.
You’d pay your normal tuition rate plus travel costs of $2,500-$4,500, depending on the course.
Previous programs have included, Paris at the Crossroads, London Theatre, Imaging Japan, Holistic Psychology & Wellness Exploration in Costa Rica, or Writing in Wales.

Model 2: Provider Programs

Our network of outside providers offers programs at many universities and field-based locations across the globe. Each provider offers multiple programs in a wide range of countries for full semesters, during the summer, and shorter terms.

You’ll pay the provider educational fees, not Lesley University.
On a provider program you can use your state and federal aid, but not your Lesley scholarships.
A sample of the providers we work with include:
- American Programs International (API)
- American Institute for Foreign Study (AIFS)
- The Education Abroad Network (TEAN)
- Council on International Educational Exchange (CIEE)
- School for International Training (SIT)
Read more about previous student's experiences in our student cards.

Financial Aid

You can usually use federal and state aid to pay for study abroad. Fill out the FAFSA as you normally would.
Receive a cost estimate from the Study Abroad Office for your chosen program and review your aid options with the Financial Aid Office.
Complete a Study Abroad Contractual Agreement from the Financial Aid Office.
Learn about study abroad scholarships.

Students with Disabilities

We are committed to ensuring that all qualified students with disabilities are afforded an equal opportunity to participate in and benefit from our programs and services. To receive accommodations, a student must have a documented disability as defined by Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the ADA Amendments Act of 2008, and provide documentation of the disability.
Any site has the potential to be accessible. Students are encouraged to speak with their disability specialist to identify the reasonable accommodations they may need overseas.
Just as cultures differ, so do disability accommodations and perceptions. The key for any study abroad participant is flexibility. Contact Mobility International for assistance in finding programs and overseas support services.
Read about students with disabilities who have been abroad in order to learn from their experiences.

Information for Parents

When comparing program costs, be sure to look at total program costs- program fee and estimated out of pocket expenses.
Written by three leading study abroad experts - Berdan, Goodman, and Gertz (2015) - A Parent Guide to Study Abroad contains critical information parents need to inform themselves and to support their student as they navigate the study abroad experience.
When overseas, students should follow precautions in order to travel safely. They should consult the US State Department Resources for up-to-date information on travel precautions for the country where they will be studying or traveling.
A resource of websites and publications related to study, work and travel abroad, including information on safety issues abroad

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