Study Away Programs
PNW’s Study Away programs open the door to transformative experiences, cultural understanding and a global perspective that will help you grow personally and professionally!
PNW students are allowed to participate in any program. However, admittance to a program is subject to faculty leader approval. If you are interested in joining a program, please contact the faculty leader or fill out the Study Away Interest Form.
PNW’s Study Away programs also provide course credit! Upon acceptance to a program, students can register for one of the associated programs, listed in each program’s “Additional Information” section.
Upcoming Programs
Model United Nations Experience
November 22 to November 25
PNW students prepare to participate in a four-day long simulation held by the American Model United Nations in Chicago. Students will learn how to write on the United Nations resolution and learn how to be a public speaker during the semester.
Model United Nations Program Information
Global Health and Community-Based Approach in Puerto Rico
March 15 to March 21
Explore healthcare through a 3-credit, week-long study away in San Juan, Puerto Rico! Gain invaluable cultural competency and firsthand insights into international healthcare in a vibrant and welcoming setting.
Puerto Rico Program Information
Costa Rica: Nature as Your Classroom
March 15 to March 21
Focusing on the theme of environmental sustainability, students will explore Costa Rica’s exceptional natural environment and learn how the country is combining economic development with environmental protection.
Costa Rica Program Information
Romania: AI in Action
May 9 to May 19
This international program brings together students, professors and business partners from Faculty of Economics and Business Administration from UAIC of Iași, for a unique blend of cultural and academic exchange. The main theme is Artificial Intelligence (AI), which is explored through lectures and practical company visits with applications in various fields.
Educational Study Cruise in Mexico
May 10 to May 16
The program’s main emphasis will be the experiential learning multi-day cruise that centers around a reciprocal relationship between the course content and the cruise community.
Exploring Nepal – Past and Present
May 10 to May 21
Nepal is a country of amazing extremes, home to the world’s highest mountains, historic cities and forested plains where tigers and rhinos trundle at ease.
Teaching Math in Belize
May 17 to May 23
Focuses on teaching mathematics in a primary school in Belize. Students learn what it means to teach mathematics when reasoning, problem solving, communication and connections. Students will also learn similarities and differences between mathematics education in the US and Belize. This is a field-based experiential course where students will be placed in Belizean classrooms.
Learning Beyond Borders: Education, History and Society in Morocco
May 18 to June 11
Fez, Morocco, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site recognized as one of the best-preserved historic towns in the Arab-Muslim world, notable for its intricate urban fabric, monumental gates, madrasas, palaces, and the University of al-Qarawiyyin, the world’s oldest university.
Fez is also celebrated as Morocco’s capital of learning and culture, making it an ideal location for a study-away destination. Fez has for centuries served as a center of intellectual, spiritual and artistic life in North Africa.
Study Abroad in Paris
May 30 to June 28
The program will offer six credits of French language based on the level of the courses that the students take in a campus located at the heart of Paris in the 6th arrondissement, and a three-credit interdisciplinary culture course rooted in the city of Paris including its history, sacred and urban architecture, art collection, public space, public transportation, political institutions and everyday cultural life.
Clean Energy Design & Industry
Summer 2025 Program
A total of 10 graduate and undergraduate students will participate in a study away program (with no tuition), enrolling in a 1-week 3-credit course titled Clean Energy Design & Industry focused on clean energy system design and real-world industry exposure.
Clean Energy Design and Industry Program Information
Pine Ridge Reservation
Summer 2025 Program
This program provides students with the opportunity to engage directly with members of the reservation, learning about their history, traditions, and contemporary challenges through meaningful dialogue and hands-on activities.
Pine Ridge Reservation Program Information
Study Away in Spain
Summer 2025 Program
During the program, students can improve their Spanish skills by interacting with locals and participating in language classes tailored to various proficiency levels. Students immerse in the language through daily conversations, exploring the city and embracing the local customs and traditions.
Tanzania Culture, Conflicts and Connection
Postponed until 2026
This travel course will introduce students to the East African country of Tanzania, where they will have the opportunity to investigate cultural and social issues, their points of conflict, and their places of connection.
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See Past Trips
COB Study Away
Barcelona, Spain and Toulouse, France
Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of French and Spanish cultures through visits to iconic landmarks.
Educational Study Cruise
Bahamas
The Educational Study Cruise allows you to combine academic rigor and hands-on experiences that will transform your understanding of this dynamic industry.
International Summer University in Sustainable Energy Technologies
Germany
You can receive an immersive experience that provides insights into sustainable energy technologies and Germany’s rich cultural tapestry!
PNW in Peru
Peru
Come explore Lima’s colonial past and cosmopolitan present, heading north to join archaeologists in uncovering history, while also engaging in hands-on community projects.
Study Abroad in Paris
May 30 to June 28
Students will live in Paris and stay with a French host family. The program will offer six credits of French language based on the level of the courses that the students take in a campus located at the heart of Paris in the 6th arrondissement, and a three-credit interdisciplinary culture course rooted in the city of Paris including its history, sacred and urban architecture, art collection, public space, public transportation, political institutions and everyday cultural life.
Study Away in Spain
Summer 2025 Program
During the program, students can improve their Spanish skills by interacting with locals and participating in language classes tailored to various proficiency levels. Students immerse in the language through daily conversations, exploring the city and embracing the local customs and traditions.
Sustainability and the Environment
Costa Rica
This exclusive Honors-only study abroad program introduces students to the country, people, and environment of Costa Rica.
Italy Study Abroad: Agriturismo
Explore different aspects of the Agriturismo (Farm-Stay) in Italy with a focus on hospitality, tourism and culinary arts management. Discover Italian culture, lifestyle, historical sites and Agriturismo business in Rome.