Study Abroad Programs

Gain a global perspective

College of Charleston was ranked Number 2 in short-term (spring break/ summer) study abroad program participation by the 2022-2023 Open Doors Report.

We also ranked Number 2 for total participation in study abroad and Number 5 for mid-length duration (semester programs) among all Master's Level Colleges & Universities!

Whether you're looking for a College of Charleston sponsored program, an exchange program or affiliate program, your first stop should be The Hub! You'll find information on starting the process, financing your experience and how to apply.

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College of Charleston Sponsored Programs

Students can participate in a semester, summer or spring break program sponsored by the College of Charleston and directed by its faculty. Beginning Fall 2025: all students pay the resident tuition rate to the College plus a program fee and receive College of Charleston grades and credits.

Exchange Programs

From Australia to the United Kingdom, there are so many places to study abroad through the exchange programs. The College of Charleston has exchange agreements with academic institutions around the world who offer programs for a semester or an academic year. Some programs are also available during the summer term. Beginning Fall 2025: all CofC students pay the resident tuition rate to the College of Charleston. With a few exceptions, exchange students pay room and board to the host institution. Normally, all financial aid applies.

Affiliate Programs

What are Affiliate programs? Approved third-party organizations provide you with the opportunity to study around the world. You can take classes at a foreign institution or at an academic center administered by the host organization. You can study for a semester, year or summer term. To get academic credit for an affiliate program, you must have your credits evaluated before you depart. Unlike our other programs, you won't pay your regular tuition. Instead, you will pay a program fee directly to the host organization plus a study abroad fee of $150 on your College of Charleston eBill.  

Go Global

A student in the Netherlands taking a selfie with windmills in the background.
 
 

To learn more about what our students experience abroad, read our student blog.

Student Blog

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Studying abroad is all about making connections. For Chak Or, the connection was a little more personal. He chose Cambodia, a place his parents left when they immigrated to the United States.