Study Abroad at PC
Studying abroad is a transformative experience that opens the door to personal growth and global understanding. You’ll forge lifelong connections and gain powerful insights that prepare you to thrive in our interconnected world.
Spring Break Trips
Experience the world without missing a semester. Our Spring Break study abroad trips offer intensive cultural immersion and academic exploration in just one unforgettable week. These faculty-led programs combine classroom learning with hands-on discovery, allowing you to earn credits while exploring historic cities, engaging with local communities, and gaining fresh perspectives on global issues. It’s the perfect way to satisfy your wanderlust and academic curiosity without disrupting your graduation timeline.
Maymester
Maymester trips take learning beyond traditional classrooms. These faculty-led trips combine focused academic study with unforgettable cultural experiences. Whether snorkeling in the Galapagos Islands or tracing Irish history through Dublin’s streets, each program offers a unique way to earn credits while discovering new perspectives.
Lyon, France
Lyon, France
The Summer Program in Lyon, France is a 4-week study abroad experience that gives students a chance to take cross-cultural courses in business as well as learn basic conversational French. Courses meet Tuesday-Thursday, and cultural excursions in the region are scheduled on Friday. The program cost (approx. 1575.00 US) provides a furnished studio apartment, 6 transfer credits from our partner school IDRAC, cultural activity fees, and travel insurance. It’s an awesome and affordable program! Open to all students at PC. Contact, Dr. Patrick Kiley, or OIP for more information.
Edinburgh, Scotland
Edinburgh, Scotland
The PC Business Department’s Summer Program will take you to Edinburgh, Scotland, for fifteen days. You will stay on the campus of Queen Margaret University, a 20-30 minute bus ride from the center of Edinburgh. All students will stay in fully furnished apartments with kitchen facilities and will have access to all university facilities, including the library, eating establishments, laundry, sports facilities, and classrooms. This travel experience will introduce students to the vibrant and culturally influential capital city, Edinburgh. The group will explore the Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle, as well as day trips to Stirling and St. Andrews. Students will take classes in Cross-Cultural Business Communication and Health, Business, and Society: United Kingdom and United States. All students will receive six hours of academic credit.
This program is open to all PC students. If interested, please contact Dr. Carmen Hall at [email protected] or Dr. Suzie Smith at [email protected].
Korea
Hannam Summer Program:
Korea
The goal of the program is to guide each participant into a total experience of the rich and dynamic Korean culture in historical and contemporary contexts. An additional goal is to promote awareness of Korea’s unique place among East Asian cultures. The program is also designed to accommodate students of all levels of proficiency in the Korean language from beginner to advanced. A wide array of lectures, hands-on learning, and field trips will also allow students to explore and learn directly about Korea on a first-hand basis.
Japan
KGU Japan Summer Program:
Japan
Come join our five-week summer program based in Nishinomiya, Japan, just outside of Osaka. This region, known as Kansai, is Japan’s second largest urban region following the Tokyo metropolitan area. Kansai is home to a number of ancient capitals, and rich in historic architecture and cultural assets designated as national treasures, making the region ideal for learning about Japanese culture. This summer program is a partnership between Presbyterian College and Kwansei Gakuin University (KGU) to allow students deeper cross-cultural comparisons between East Asia and Western society.
Colorado, USA
Colorado, USA
Stay tuned for more information!
Short Term / Spring Break Financial Aid Information
Studying abroad is one of the most transformative experiences you can have during your college years, but we understand that financing your international education can feel overwhelming. At Presbyterian College, we’re committed to helping you through comprehensive funding opportunities and personalized support.
Semester Study Abroad Programs
Through immersive international experience, you’ll develop the cross-cultural competencies, intellectual adaptability, and self-confidence that employers consistently rank as top skills. Beyond career advantages, you’ll gain a rich global perspective and lifelong international connections that distinguish you professionally while enriching your personal life in ways impossible to achieve in a traditional campus setting.