program providers

Start Your Journey with Education Abroad

Education Abroad Providers are organizations outside the auspices of FGCU that facilitate independent study abroad experiences for students.

This page contains information about education abroad providers and the process/forms needed for receiving academic credit.

Requirements:

Schedule a Study Abroad Advising Appointment.
Toggle More Info

Whether you are interested in receiving academic credit, pursuing an internship, or service-learning hours abroad, you must meet with a Study Abroad Advisor.

Schedule A Study Abroad Advising Appointment:

Study Abroad Advising
Complete the Study Abroad Approval Form.
Toggle More Info

Once you have decided that you are ready to commit to a study abroad program, you will need to complete the Study Abroad Approval form.

Access the Study Abroad Approval Form:

Study Abroad Approval
Apply to your program.
Toggle More Info
Complete All Study Abroad Forms.
Toggle More Info

If you intend to receive academic credit with your study abroad program, you will need to complete the following forms:

1. The Assumption of Risk Waiver

2. The Course Pre-Approval Form

You must have all courses pre-approved before you depart to have your academic credit articulated. Both forms must be submitted via email to the Study Abroad Office.
Complete Financial Aid Forms (if needed).
Toggle More Info
The Study Abroad Financial Aid Consortium form must be completed if you meet one of these criteria:
- If you intend to apply eligible financial aid to your program.
- If you received a foundation award such as the Perez or Global Learning Award.
- If you are receiving any funding that will be applied to your student account to pay for your study abroad.
Turning in the Study Abroad Financial Aid Consortium Form:
- The Consortium form must be signed by you and your advisor.
- Make sure that the courses listed are also listed on your Course Pre Approval Form.
- Students must include a copy of the signed Course Pre Approval Form along with the Consortium Form and provide both forms to the FGCU Financial Aid Office.
Study Abroad Consortium Agreement.

Please visit the FGCU Financial Aid Page to learn more about this form and its requirements.
Attend a Mandatory Pre-Departure Session.
Toggle More Info

All Students pursuing a study abroad program must attend a pre-departure meeting before their departure date.

Notifications regarding the mandatory pre-departure meeting is sent to each student via email AFTER they have met with a study abroad advisor.
System.FormatException: The string was not recognized as a valid DateTime. There is an unknown word starting at index 0. at System.DateTimeParse.Parse(String s, DateTimeFormatInfo dtfi, DateTimeStyles styles) at System.Convert.ToDateTime(String value) at OUC.WnlDisplayMethods.displayDateContent(String _date, String _content)System.FormatException: The string was not recognized as a valid DateTime. There is an unknown word starting at index 0. at System.DateTimeParse.Parse(String s, DateTimeFormatInfo dtfi, DateTimeStyles styles) at System.Convert.ToDateTime(String value) at OUC.WnlDisplayMethods.displayDateContent(String _date, String _content)System.FormatException: The string was not recognized as a valid DateTime. There is an unknown word starting at index 0. at System.DateTimeParse.Parse(String s, DateTimeFormatInfo dtfi, DateTimeStyles styles) at System.Convert.ToDateTime(String value) at OUC.WnlDisplayMethods.displayDateContent(String _date, String _content)

Education Abroad Provider Programs

Education Abroad Providers facilitate student enrollment in universities abroad and often offer wraparound services on-site to ensure students are supported throughout all stages of their time abroad. Since each provider is different, students are encouraged to review programs closely and consider their own goals for their time abroad. It may be helpful to consult with a study abroad advisor prior to making a decision on which education abroad provider or program to pursue.

Based on past student experiences, value or reputation, we suggest students begin by considering the following programs. Affiliated providers and foreign institutions have special agreements with FGCU which offer benefits to students like grants and discounts. Speak with a study abroad advisor to find out more about affiliate benefits.

If a student wishes to pursue a program through an education abroad provider not listed below, they should consult a study abroad advisor for approval.

Complete the Study Abroad Approval before applying to any of the programs linked below.

Affiliated Program Providers:

Arcos Learning Abroad (Argentina, Costa Rica, Mexico and Spain)
CEA CAPA Education Abroad (Multiple Locations)
CIS Abroad (Multiple Locations)
ISA (Multiple Locations)
KEI Abroad (Multiple Locations)
SAE Barcelona (Spain)
SSA Education Abroad (Argentina, Cuba, Puerto Rico, and Spain)
The Education Abroad Network (Asia, Australia, New Zealand)
University Studies Abroad Consortium (USAC) (Multiple Locations)

Affiliated Foreign Institutions (Direct Enrollment):

Non-Affiliated Education Abroad Providers:

AIFS Study Abroad (Multiple Locations)
API Study Abroad (Multiple Locations)
DIS Study Abroad (Denmark and Sweden)
IES Abroad (Multiple Locations)
IFSA Butler (Multiple Locations)
IPSL Institute for Global Learning (Multiple Locations)
ISDSI International Sustainable Development Studies Institute
SAI Programs (Italy, France, Spain)
School for Field Studies (Multiple Locations)
School for International Training (Multiple Locations)
SRAS (Multiple Locations)

Non-Affiliated Foreign Institutions (Direct Enrollment):

Additional Education Abroad Experiences

Partner University Exchange Programs
Toggle More Info

Exchange programs allow degree-seeking students to pay FGCU tuition and study at a foreign institution. Students earn direct FGCU academic credit for courses taken abroad through exchange. Admission is highly competitive due to limited slots and may only be open to students with advanced standing in a designated college or degree program.

In order to apply, students must first be nominated for an exchange slot by the FGCU Study Abroad Office. Deadlines to apply for nomination are March 1st and September 20th.

For questions regarding the nomination process please contact the FGCU Study Abroad office at (239) 590-1494.

Arrow

SPAIN

CETT, Barcelona, Spain School of Tourism, Hospitality & Gastronomy.

Arrow

ITALY

University of Macerata, Italy. Video Link - Macerata University

Arrow

CHILE

Universidad de los Andes

Students Must Complete the Study Abroad Approval Form to Be Nominated for Any of the Above Exchange Programs. Please schedule an appointment With a Study Abroad Advisor to Discuss Your Nomination.

Study Abroad Approval Form
International Internships
Toggle More Info

Internships provide students with practical work experience that will overall enhance their personal and professional development. Interns will have hands-on experience abroad that will impact their future career. International internships may be pursued independently or for academic credit but are typically not paid.

International internships are offered by organizations that specialize in internships as well as education abroad provider organizations where they may be combined with a semester or summer study abroad.

Recommended organizations that specialize in international internships for undergraduate students:

Academic Programs International (API)

American Institute for Foreign Study (AIFS)

CEA/CAPA Study Abroad

IES Study Abroad

The Education Abroad Network (TEAN)

The Intern Group

CRCC Asia

Explore by Major

The selected listings below are examples of the types of study abroad programs available in different areas of study. They should not be viewed as a comprehensive listing of programs available. For the most up to date information, please schedule an appointment with a study abroad advisor. (This is NOT an all-inclusive list)