Embarking on a study abroad journey is a transformative experience, and at Arizona State University (ASU), global exploration is within every student’s reach. With over 300 diverse programs spanning more than 65 countries, ASU study abroad provides unparalleled opportunities to gain a global perspective, acquire essential knowledge, and prepare for impactful careers in an interconnected world. Whether you’re interested in a short one-week immersion or a year-long cultural exchange, ASU makes it possible to study abroad without disrupting your academic progress. You’ll earn ASU credit for all completed coursework, ensuring you stay on track for graduation while broadening your horizons. Moreover, financial aid and scholarships are applicable to program costs, making these global experiences accessible.
The College of Global Futures at ASU is dedicated to fostering global citizenship and offers a range of immersive programs designed to tackle pressing global challenges. Explore some of the upcoming and exciting Asu Travel Abroad opportunities:
Featured ASU Study Abroad Programs
Antarctica: The Frozen Continent – Winter Break: December
Icebergs and snowy landscape of Antarctica, highlighting the winter break ASU study abroad program.
Venture to the Earth’s southernmost continent and witness the breathtaking landscapes of Antarctica. This winter break program offers a unique opportunity to study the frozen continent, exploring its unique ecosystem and the impact of climate change on this fragile environment.
Sea Turtles, Sharks, and Fisheries of Baja California – Emerging Topics in Marine Conservation – Spring Break 2025
Close-up of a sea turtle in Baja California, representing the marine conservation study abroad program.
Dive into marine conservation in Baja California during Spring Break 2025. This program focuses on the critical issues surrounding sea turtles, sharks, and fisheries, providing hands-on experience and insights into marine ecosystem management and conservation strategies.
GIE: Democracy, Sustainability, and the Global Future of Brazil – Spring Break 2025
Aerial view of a vibrant city in Brazil, symbolizing the global future and democracy program.
Explore the dynamic landscape of Brazil, examining the intersections of democracy, sustainability, and global futures. This Global Intensive Experience (GIE) course during Spring Break 2025 will delve into Brazil’s societal and environmental challenges and opportunities.
GIE: Vietnam: A Country of Historic Resilience Facing a Future of Rising Seas – Post Spring 2025
Angkor Wat temple in Vietnam, representing the historic resilience and future challenges program.
Discover Vietnam’s rich history and resilience in the face of environmental changes. This post-spring 2025 GIE program will explore the country’s adaptation strategies to rising sea levels and its path towards a sustainable future.
Botswana: Sustainability, Wildlife and Conservation in the Okavango Delta – Summer 2025
ASU students observing elephants in Botswana, showcasing the wildlife and conservation summer program.
Immerse yourself in the stunning Okavango Delta in Botswana during Summer 2025. This ASU study abroad program focuses on sustainability, wildlife conservation, and the unique ecosystem of this African paradise.
ASU Summer in Bermuda – Summer 2024 & ASU Fall Semester in Bermuda – Fall 2024
Tropical beach scene in Bermuda, highlighting the summer and fall semester study abroad opportunities.
Experience island life and marine studies in Bermuda. Whether you choose the Summer 2024 or Fall 2024 semester program, you’ll engage in immersive coursework and explore the unique environment of this Atlantic island.
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Indigenous Sustainability Solutions in the Amazon – Post Spring 2025
Students on a boat in the Amazon River, representing the indigenous sustainability solutions program.
Journey into the heart of the Amazon rainforest post-spring 2025 to learn about indigenous sustainability practices. This program offers a unique perspective on traditional ecological knowledge and its relevance to modern sustainability challenges.
GIE: Global Coffee and Sustainability in Costa Rica – Winter Break: December, 2025
Lush green coffee plantation in Costa Rica, showcasing the global coffee and sustainability program.
Explore the world of coffee production and sustainability in Costa Rica during Winter Break 2025. This GIE program examines the social, economic, and environmental aspects of the global coffee industry and sustainable agriculture.
GIE: The Future of Modernity: Osaka Expo 2025 – Post Spring 2025
Modern cityscape in Osaka, Japan, representing the future of modernity program at Expo 2025.
Be part of the future at the Osaka Expo 2025. This post-spring 2025 GIE program will explore themes of modernity, innovation, and global collaboration at this significant international event.
Vienna and the Austrian Alps: Different Approaches to Achieving Sustainability – Summer 2025
People enjoying a sunny day in Vienna, Austria, representing the sustainability approaches program.
Discover European approaches to sustainability in Vienna and the Austrian Alps during Summer 2025. This program contrasts urban and alpine strategies for environmental stewardship and sustainable living.
Brazil: Human-Wildlife Interactions in Southern Ecosystems – Summer 2025
Rainbow over a waterfall in Brazil, highlighting the human-wildlife interactions program in Brazilian ecosystems.
Investigate the complex relationship between humans and wildlife in Brazil’s southern ecosystems during Summer 2025. This ASU travel abroad program examines conservation challenges and coexistence strategies in diverse Brazilian habitats.
Funding Your Global Education: ASU Scholarships
ASU is committed to making study abroad accessible. Explore these scholarship opportunities to help fund your global experience:
School of Sustainability Global Education Scholarship
This scholarship supports participation in School of Sustainability (SOS) Summer Study Abroad programs or SOS Global Intensive Experience (GIE) courses. Funding is exclusively for in-person experiences.
CGF Scholarship: Vietnam: A Country of Historic Resilience Facing a Future of Rising Seas (May 2025)
A $500 scholarship specifically for students enrolling in the May 2025 GIE program to Vietnam, focusing on sustainability challenges and global innovation strategies.
Header image for Global Sustainability Studies Program at ASU School of Sustainability.
The Global Sustainability Studies program at the School of Sustainability is a testament to ASU’s commitment to global education, supported by the Rob and Melani Walton Foundation.
Ready to Go Global with ASU?
For specific inquiries about ASU study abroad programs, please contact:
Kristin Meraz
480-727-9776
[email protected]
Your global adventure awaits with ASU travel abroad!
