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Off-campus studies range from taking a semester at another university in the United States through the National Student Exchange Program to studying for a semester at a university abroad. Another popular option is a Global Field Course, where you and your classmates travel with faculty for intensive field study in locations ranging from the Grand Canyon to Italy, Australia and Iceland. Off-campus study will expand your horizons, immerse you in new cultures and provide opportunities to meet new friends and explore the world.

Global Field Courses

TRAVEL & EARN CREDIT Take exciting Eastern courses taught by Eastern professors that include transformative international or domestic travel experience as part of the class. Learn More

Study Abroad

EXPLORE NEW CULTURES Individual students study for a semester or full year off campus in another country, earning credits while exploring a new culture and meeting new friends. Learn More

National Student Exchange

STUDY IN THE USA Students may enroll at one of 190 different universities in the United States, Canada, Guam, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Learn More

For more information, contact:
studyabroad@easternct.edu

In the News

Warriors take studies around the globe in fall 2025

November 24, 2025

Eight students from Eastern Connecticut State University are taking their studies abroad during the fall 2025 semester. Each of the travelers has had the opportunity to immerse themselves in the culture of their respective destinations while expanding their academic spheres.

Eastern students immerse in Italian culture

August 11, 2025

Nineteen English students at Eastern embarked on an annual global field course to Florence, Italy, from June 22 to August 2. Titled "Creative Writing Abroad," the course was led by English Professor Christopher Torockio and allowed students to draw writing inspiration by immersing in Italian culture and the countryside.

Biology students dive into field research in the Bahamas

July 17, 2025

Thirteen biology students at Eastern submerged themselves in research on oceanic ecosystems as part of two global field courses (GFCs) on San Salvador Island in the Bahamas this past May 2025. The courses, titled “Oceanic Island Ecology” (BIO 319) and “Tropical Biology” (BIO 320), were taught collaboratively by biology Professors Kristen Epp, Brett Mattingly, and Joshua Idjadi.

London, England

Lauren Knowles ’23

Lauren studied abroad in London, England, while a student at Eastern. She noted that besides meeting other American students at the University of Roehampton, she also encountered many students from Australia who were studying abroad as well. “It was a great opportunity to be able to learn about Australian culture while also learning about the British culture and of course making global friendships!”

Field Course in Hawaii

Danielle Gallagher ’20

“We spent so much time in nature — restoring an ancient fish pond, exploring lava tubes, hiking the ancient petroglyph trail — it was impossible to ignore the respect people have for the land. I came to realize some of my own cultural biases. Being aware of these biases will enable me to interact better with individuals from a multitude of cultural backgrounds.”

Studied in Greece

Chelsy Poppo ’19

Chelsy studied abroad in Greece. “My coursework at Hellenic American University in Athens included a class called Athens Across the Ages. It was great because each session was held at a different location in Athens. It was intriguing to study there as a political science major since Athens is known as the birthplace of democracy and because of the current political climate.”