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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 specially designed opportunities where Harper faculty create and lead immersive international experiences for students. These programs are directly tied to Harper College courses, with most programs structured as regular semester courses that incorporate a study abroad component. By participating in these programs, students not only gain academic credit but also benefit from the expertise and guidance of their professors as they explore global cultures, engage in hands-on learning, and complete coursework abroad. This unique educational experience blends classroom learning with real-world international exposure, enhancing both academic growth and cultural understanding.
Expand your academic journey and immerse yourself in a new culture by studying abroad for a semester! With our semester-long study abroad program, you can take courses at one of Harper College's esteemed partner schools across the globe. This unique opportunity allows you to:
Start your adventure, broaden your horizons, and keep on track to graduate with the valuable experience of studying abroad.
Summer study abroad programs are the perfect option for students who want an immersive international experience without committing to a full semester abroad. These programs range from 2 to 8 weeks and are available every year, offering a flexible and exciting way to expand your global perspective.
Whether you want to learn a new language, explore a different culture, or gain hands-on experience in your field, summer study abroad offers a unique and affordable way to study abroad while staying on track with your education.
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:
