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Study Abroad Programs

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  2. Outgoing Study Abroad
  3. Study Abroad Programs

AUC students can study abroad through two program types: 

  1. Exchange
  2. Direct Enroll

Check here to know more about our partner universities and programs details


Before exploring program options, students should first review the Factors to Consider webpage.
 

Exchange Program

About the Exchange Program

  • Option to study abroad at a host university made possible by a bilateral agreement between AUC and the host university
  • Students pay the standardized fees of the exchange program equivalent to 15 credit hours
  • Students are responsible for any other costs related to the program (e.g., housing, visas, etc.) 
  • AUC scholarships often apply to the cost of AUC tuition applied during an exchange program 
  • Students are eligible to apply for the AUC study abroad scholarships
  • Partner universities are already pre-approved by the International Programs and Services Office (IPSO) 
  • Availability is competitive and based on:
    • Validity of agreement between AUC and the partner university
    • Number of spaces per each host university

 

Direct Enroll

About Direct Enroll

Students directly apply to any university for a semester/year abroad. 

  • Tuition is based on the host university rates
  • Students get to choose their university/program of choice
  • Students must request approval from IPSO during the study abroad application cycle to ensure the partner university is vetted and an accredited university 
  • Financial aid and AUC scholarships do not apply to expenses or tuition fees at host university 
  • Students must apply for an official leave of absence before the deadline prior to departure for the semester they will be studying


Students can study abroad during either the fall or spring semester or during the summer term. 

Semester

Pros

Cons

Fall or Spring

  • Longer duration in host country (maximize funds spent for costs like airfare) 
  • AUC exchange scholarship is available 
  • May pose difficult to be away for longer duration if there are other commitments (family, work, etc.) 
  • Longer planning time for courses and requirements

Summer 

  • Shorter duration so may be more cost effective 
  • May have flexibility to find courses 
  • Less exchange options available 
  • AUC exchange scholarship not available for summer