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Study Abroad Programs
Sac State students have the opportunity to study at a variety of locations in more than 20 countries around the world. Note that not all areas of study are offered at every location. Students should research their options carefully and coordinate with the study abroad staff to select a program that best meets their academic and personal goals.
Search our database to find your study abroad program!
Program Highlights
There are two main program options for study abroad:
- Sac State Direct Exchange Programs: Open to Sac State students only. These programs can be done for a semester or a year. Limited summer options are also available.
- CSU International Programs: Open to students at any of the 23 CSU campuses. These can be done for a semester or a year. No summer options are available.
The main difference between Direct Exchange and CSU-IP is administrative. Direct Exchange programs are run by our office on campus, while CSU-IP is administered by the Chancellor's Office in Long Beach. Although the application and acceptance processes are slightly different, both options offer the same tuition cost, opportunity to apply existing financial aid packages, and classes taken for resident credit.
Sac State students in London, UK
Sac State Direct Exchange
Direct Exchange programs are only offered to current Sac State students. Students will take courses at the partner university with other international and local students.
*Note that Academic Year refers to programs that start in the fall and end in the spring, while Calendar Year refers to to programs that start in the spring and end in the fall.
Program Duration: Semester, Year, Summer (Limited Options)
Fees: Sac State tuition + living expenses
Financial Aid Available: FAFSA and scholarships
Credit type: Resident
Konkuk University, Korea
CSU International Programs
Open to students at any of the 23 CSU campuses. Students will take courses at the partner university with other international and local students.
Program Duration: Semester or Year
Fees: Sac State tuition + living expenses
Financial Aid Available: FAFSA and scholarships
Credit type: Resident
Please follow the links below to access the CSU-IP program page. To search programs by major, follow the "IP Program Search" button below, and scroll down to the "Areas of Study" field on the lefthand side in the "Parameters" section to begin your research.
Nelson Mandela University, South Africa
Faculty-Led Programs
Faculty-Led Programs (FLPs): Short term programs open to anyone. These programs are generally 1-2 weeks long and take place during the summer or winter terms. FLPs offer credit for one Sac State class through various departments. Please note that all FLPs are administered by the College of Continuing Education.
Third-Party Provider Programs
There are many third-party provider options for students wishing to go on summer study abroad programs in various countries around the world. USAC, CIEE, ISA World Strides, and Maximo Nivel are some examples of providers Sac State students have used in the past.
Please note that all courses taken on these programs will appear as transfer rather than resident credit. Students should apply directly to the provider, and financial aid options are limited.