There are three options: Full-Semester/Year Study Abroad, Independent Summer, and Short-Term Courses Abroad Programs.
Full-Semester/Year Study Abroad -- Students can gain cultural insight while living and studying along with students of the host country for a full semester or academic year and earn Central credit.
In most cases, students studying abroad at one of Central's partner universities pay tuition and fees to Central.
The courses completed abroad are counted as residency credits at Central, not as transfer credits. Grades earned abroad will appear on the Central transcript and be calculated into the GPA.
Students can explore their full-semester options here.
Independent Summer Programs at Central’s Partner University—Students who want an independent study abroad experience in the summertime have the option of earning credits at Central’s partner universities.
Students participating in these programs pay tuition and fees directly to Central or the partner university
The courses completed abroad are counted as Central credits. Grades earned abroad will appear on the Central transcript and be calculated into the GPA.
Students can explore their independent summer programs here.
Short-Term Faculty-Led Courses Abroad --Students who wish to experience study abroad in a shorter period, here is the choice for you! You enroll in one of Central's Courses Abroad programs.
Courses are taught by Central faculty.
Credits earned are regular Central credits, grades are calculated into the GPA, and credits earned count toward the General Education International Course Requirements.
Students can explore Central’s many programs throughout the world here.