Study Abroad

Short-term Faculty Led Trips

Each academic year, UVA Wise offers a variety of short-term faculty led study abroad trips. These trips usually occur during spring break or in summer. Students that participate are required to register for a foreign study course associated with the trip (credit hours may vary depending upon the trip). 

Short-term faculty led trips fulfill the experiential learning activity (ELA) credit required for graduation beginning in fall 2024. Previous trips include locations such as Austria, Croatia, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Nepal, India, and the United Kingdom. Locations vary from year to year.

The deadline for 2025 trips has passed. Please check back soon for our 2026 trip announcements.

Spring Break 2025 Trips

  • Paris and Southern France
  • Scotland and the Borderlands
  • South Africa

Summer 2025

  • Iceland
  • London, United Kingdom and Paris, France
  • Greece

Eligibility

Students are required to have completed at least one full term at UVA Wise with a GPA 2.5. Students must be in good standing with the Honor and Student Conduct systems. 

Application Process

A study abroad application and two references from UVA Wise faculty and/or staff are required.

Study Abroad Application—Short-term Trips

Study Abroad Application - Exchange Programs (Semester or Year-long Experience)
Please note, that a personal statement using the following writing prompt should be uploaded at the end of the application. Personal Statement (500 word maximum) - Please share your academic and professional goals. Why are you interested in studying abroad and what do you hope to gain, learn, and experience in this particular location?

Study Abroad Reference Form

Scholarships

UVA Wise offers scholarships to support study abroad. Students must complete the separate scholarship application for consideration.

Scholarship Application

Office of National Awards and Fellowships is an excellent resource for private and/or national awards for study abroad including the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship.

Kentucky Institute for International Studies (KIIS)

UVA Wise recently joined the KIIS Study Abroad Consortium (the Kentucky Institute for International Studies is a non-profit study abroad consortium). KIIS is committed to offering high-quality, low-cost study abroad options for students and offers a variety of summer programs in Europe, Africa, Asia, Canada, and Central & South America with courses in Business & Economics, Humanities, Health Sciences, Language Study, Natural Sciences, and Social Sciences. All KIIS programs are faculty-led by faculty from consortium member institutions. The program cost typically includes six credit hours (summer), transfers between the airport abroad and the program site, on-site orientation, accommodations, some meals, local transportation for group excursions, comprehensive medical insurance, and security evacuation insurance. For more program details, visit www.kiis.org.

KIIS Program Search

Application deadline for summer: December 1 (apply early and save $100) or February 5 (regular application deadline)

Funding: Scholarships are available to assist in offsetting program expenses.

Questions or ready to apply: Contact Candice Stadler, Director of International Programs and Services

ISEP Study Abroad at UVA Wise

UVA Wise partners with ISEP Study Abroad, a non-profit organization with a mission to make the transformative experience of studying, interning, and volunteering abroad accessible and affordable for everyone.

  • ISEP offers an impressive and affordable array of programs among a global community of universities in more than 40 countries.
  • Students can participate in semester-long, full-year, or summer programs for any field of study, as well as volunteer and internship programs. 
  • You have access to flexible and affordable housing and meal plans, optional excursions, student groups, campus amenities, and flexible application deadlines.
  • ISEP also offers scholarships for their programs, with many focused on underserved student populations as well as opportunities for students studying a language or in specific locations around the world.

About ISEP Programs

  • ISEP programs are immersive and life-changing, allowing students to gain cross-cultural understanding and respect for others.
  • Participating in an ISEP program helps build a transformative self-confidence that can only come from an authentic study abroad experience. From an increased openness and respect for different cultures to greater problem-solving and communications skills, the ISEP experience will help you develop highly desirable skillsets that will impact your future both professionally and personally.
  • Whether you participate in study, intern, or volunteer abroad programs, ISEP assures you get all the support you need.

Key Links

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Eligibility Requirements for Study Abroad
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