Study Away with PNW
Explore new cultures, develop real-world skills and build unforgettable memories with Purdue Northwest study-away programs!
From spring break experiences to semester-long trips, our flexible offerings fit your needs as you work toward a PNW degree.
Want to Study Away?
We are in the process of relaunching PNW’s study-away opportunities and we want to hear from you! Fill out the form below and we will reach out with possible programs as they’re available.
You can also contact our team at studyaway@pnw.edu.
Why Study Away?
In addition to being an incredible, transformative experience, a study-away program can bring a host of academic, professional and personal benefits!
- Add a global dimension to your academics, career and life.
- Travel to new places and gain memories to last a lifetime.
- Build independence and teamwork skills across cultures.
- Develop experience to help you succeed in a global environment.
If you are interested in studying away or have questions, please email studyaway@pnw.edu.
- Add a unique, comparative lens to your discipline.
- help understand concepts through experiential learning.
- Build your network through engaging work alongside PNW faculty, peers and international experts.
- Use your international experience be a jumping-off point for research, internships and/or service learning opportunities.
- Develop skills such as: flexibility, adaptability, comfort with ambiguity, communication, curiosity, empathy and intercultural competence.
- Set yourself apart: fewer than 10% of American undergraduates study abroad/
- 68% of study abroad alumni reported that it contributed to a job offer or promotion (IIE, 2017).
- Gain a sense of independence.
- Increase self-confidence.
- Develop leadership and teamwork skills.
- Travel and see new places.
- Engage with those who are different from you and build an appreciation for diversity.
Important Resources
Choosing a Program
With program options around the globe, how do you choose the right one? Our resources will start you on your path to studying abroad!
Funding
Studying abroad can be affordable with scholarships, financial aid and other resources!
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to frequently asked questions about study abroad from the Office of International Programs and Partnerships (OIPP).
About Us
From choosing a program to exploring funding resources, we are here to assist you with all aspects of study abroad: before, during and after your experience.