International experience, cross-cultural communication skills, global awareness, and foreign language skills are becoming increasingly important in all areas of work and study. Studying abroad through Harper College is an exciting way to gain course credit, while developing skills and traits that will give you an advantage after you transfer and throughout your career.
All programs are credit-bearing and financial aid eligible.
These programs are a Harper course(s) with a built-in international travel component. They range from one to three weeks and are taken over summer, spring break, or winter breaks. Course offerings vary from year to year.
Course: THE 213
Join our Acting II study abroad trip to England and immerse yourself in the rich theatrical traditions of the UK, honing your craft with expert instructors in the home of the Bard.
Check out a video from Prof. Kevin Long describing this program
Courses: All levels GER and GER 230
Dive into the German language on our study abroad trip to Germany, where you'll practice speaking with locals, explore historic cities, and experience the vibrant culture firsthand.
Check out a video from Prof. Kim Jaeger describing this program
Course: LIT 220
Immerse yourself in the rich literary traditions of Japan on our study abroad trip, exploring classic and contemporary Japanese literature while experiencing the culture and beauty of Japan firsthand.
Check out a video from Prof. Andrew Wilson describing this program
Harper is a founding member of ICISP (Illinois Consortium of International Studies and Programs). Tuition and fees** for these programs are at the Harper in-district rate. Summer and Semester options available.
These are programs offered through Harper College's accredited study-abroad affiliates. Our affiliate partners have programs varying in length (a few weeks, a month, a whole summer, a semester, and/or a full academic year), locations (over 30 countries!), and areas of study.
You can earn Harper credits for your experience abroad. Our Office will work closely with our partners and study abroad providers to determine if it's possible articulate the courses you will take abroad before you go. This process allows you to travel knowing exactly how your courses will account towards your degree requirements and show in your transcripts.
Schedule a meeting with our team so we can explore if one of them would be a good fit for you.
Please note that there is a processing fee to articulating these courses. New fees starting Fall 2025: ICISP Summer: $50, ICISP Semester: $100; other study abroad providers Summer: $100; other study abroad providers Summer: $200.
Visit our scholarships page to learn how you can get financial help to go study abroad.
Visit our blog and learn more about our student's and faculty's experiences abroad. : WorldingUS: Situating Harper students and faculty in a globalized world!
Many of our faculty-led study abroad courses include a Geographic Information Systems component. Check out some interesting student ArcGIS Story Map Journals about a recent program to Nicaragua:
