First Year Education Abroad Experiences

At St. Cloud State University, students do not have to wait for their sophomore or junior year to study abroad. But how does this work?

  1. Interested students may take a 1-credit course their first semester (fall term) where they learn about their options to make an informed decision on where to study. While enrollment in the course is required to go on the abroad program, students confirm their participation on study abroad program approximately halfway through fall term. 
    • The course supports students from the time they step onto campus to the time they step on a new continent. Students will learn about cultural norms, expectations, awareness, and skills through readings, assignments, and engaging activities. By the end of the course, students will understand the role of a world citizen and the responsibility world citizen’s share for the future. Students will have the opportunity to connect with study abroad alumni, departments on campus, and more to prepare for their journey abroad.
    • To register for the course, either connect with the Education Abroad Office or your academic advisor during registration

 2. Select the program that you are interested in and apply.

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First-Year Programs

St. Cloud State @ Alnwick England SCSU's Castle Campus

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This is St. Cloud State’s flagship study abroad program located at the Alnwick Castle. The university has been sending students to Alnwick since 1976! Each term you’ll learn from two British instructors and the St. Cloud State Academic Director while taking liberal education or major courses.

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Australia Southern Cross University

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Study at Southern Cross University, surrounded by rainforests and beaches. Southern Cross University offers an unforgettable experience with access to environmental and cultural opportunities that cannot be found anywhere else.

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Malaysia Taylor's University

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You’ll study at Taylor’s University in an amazing country of diversity. Live in the Kuala Lumpur area for a rich experience where tradition meets modern. There is a rail system for easy transport as well as an international airport for easy travel to the Southeast Asian region.

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South Africa Nelson Mandela University

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You’ll study at Nelson Mandela University and experience diversity in a different way. This is Nelson Mandela’s country which he and others fought so hard to end Apartheid. One of the official languages of the country is English.

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Interested in one of these programs? Fill out the inquiry form at the top of this page.

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