We extend the University of Chicago classroom to the temples of China and the antiquities of the Middle East, the archaeology of Oaxaca and the museums of Paris.
Enjoy the intellectually charged conversations you have on campus, but with a larger vocabulary. Encounter the same life-changing discoveries, through a new culture. And experience it all with incredible UChicago faculty and students by your side. Your major or language doesn’t matter—our programs range from Asian civilizations to astrophysics. You can also study alongside local students at one of our partner schools. Either way, you stay registered at UChicago and keep your financial aid. Or build your own summer program, customized to your research or language goals, with the help of one of our grants.
Whatever path you choose, you have a world of opportunity.
Explore new study abroad opportunities for the 2025–26 academic year, including Visual Arts September courses in Florence and Paris and the Spring quarter Crossroads of Mediterranean Civilizations program in Córdoba, Spain.
Congratulations to the winners of the 2023–24 Study Abroad Photo, Video, and Writing Contests, and our sincere thanks to all who participated! We’re pleased to present the winning submissions.
Our distinctive faculty-led programs bring the UChicago classroom to the world. In cities that have engaged their passions and research for decades, faculty discuss important texts with students, then plan excursions to locations that bring the curriculum to life: the Oracle at Delphi, the Palace of Versailles, the Mesoamerican city Monte Albán.
Fulfill your civilization studies requirement in Europe, Africa, Asia, Latin America, or the Middle East and immerse yourself in the new—plus the ancient and medieval. Take courses in your major field through one of our subject-specific thematic programs. Make the most of September in an intensive three-week course abroad. Whatever you choose, UChicago-style learning in an overseas location brings you the best of both worlds.
As anchors for teaching and research in Europe and Asia, our University centers and campuses host exciting and innovative academic programs, conferences, public lectures, and networking opportunities.
Born out of the College’s commitment to cross-cultural experience, international research, and foreign language learning, the Summer International Travel Grants give you the freedom to design your own summer experience abroad. During the summer, you’ll travel independently to a location of your choice and carry out original research or study the local language.
In the past, students have conducted independent research in all corners of the world, from field archaeology in Peru to molecular dynamics in Sweden. Often this work leads to a BA paper. With language grant support, students have studied over 50 languages, from Arabic to Zulu.
Participation in UChicago Study Abroad programs may help you learn a new language or continue studying a language you already know—with the possibility of gaining significant proficiency levels. Visit the Office of Language Assessment’s website for information about Foreign Language Proficiency Certifications (FLPCs). Engagement with both Study Abroad and FLPCs will earn points toward Global Honors, the College’s recognition of exceptional global engagement. Visit the Chicago Language Center’s website for more information about Global Honors.
Program participants: Share your stories and show your skills!