Study Abroad

The University of San Diego offers undergraduate and graduate students the opportunity to study throughout the world . In years not impacted by COVID-19, more than two-thirds of USD’s undergraduate students participate in a wide range of studyabroad programs that vary in duration, location and area of academic study . The university is ranked second in the nation for the percentage of undergraduates participating in a study abroad program and, in 2015, earned the prestigious Senator Paul Simon Award for Campus Internationalization . Typically, programs in more than 80 cities are offered worldwide . Students have the opportunity to study abroad during fall and spring semesters, January intersession or summer terms . During a semester-long session, students have the option to study around the world, including at the university’s first global location, the USD Madrid Center, where they can reside with local families and participate in the unique Travel Seminar throughout Spain . Double-degree programs exist in France, Italy, Portugal and Spain to allow undergraduate business students the unique opportunity to earn two degrees in four years by spending between one and two years abroad . USD faculty-led summer and intersession programs — which are available for undergraduate and graduate students and range from two to four weeks — are another unique opportunity for international exploration . In these affordable programs, students participate in courses and co-curricular experiences specific to the location they visit . Students who study abroad for a semester must enroll in 12-18 units and must have completed a minimum of 45 units prior to departure . Good academic standing is required for participation in all study-abroad programs .

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