SCU Study Abroad

SCU Study Abroad is a part of the Global Engagement unit leading international diversity, intercultural learning, and internationalization at Santa Clara. We offer quarter and semester-length study and intern-abroad opportunities for undergraduate students. 

"We aspire to shape a world where people with varying identities and perspectives have the courage, skills, and ability to thrive."

- Global Engagement Mission Statement

For students of all majors and career goals, studying or interning abroad sets the stage for learning and building connections for their future. Studying or interning abroad can be an enriching academic, professional, and personal experience. It gives students a chance to immerse themselves in another culture, learn or enhance language skills, launch lifelong pursuits, and gain an invaluable edge in an increasingly competitive global job market and grad school admissions process, among many other benefits.

Approximately one-third of juniors at Santa Clara University study or intern abroad on a quarter, semester, or summer program. Most students go abroad their junior or senior year. However, students can participate in a summer program prior to their sophomore year at SCU so long as they meet the eligibility requirements. Students from all majors are eligible to apply.