Welcome to Sewanee. Now pack your bags.
There’s a big world out there, and at Sewanee, you’ll have the chance to experience it (well, not at Sewanee, but you know what we’re saying). Don't worry, we'll still be here when you get back.
At Sewanee, you have the opportunity to go to all seven continents (yes, even Antarctica). The world is becoming increasingly interconnected. We can help you find the program that’s perfect for you.
Economics majors, of course. Psychology, why not? Environmental Studies, absolutely! Whatever your major and whatever your travel goals, Sewanee has a study abroad program, volunteer opportunity, research project, or internship that's right for you.
Ni hao. G’day, mate. Olá. Muraho. Whether you want to study language and culture in Spain, learn about the environment in Ecuador, or take your economics classes in England, we’ll help you find a new way to greet the world.
Applying is as easy as 1, 2, 3. First, explore study abroad programs and your own learning objectives. Then, talk to your advisors. Third, choose your program and complete the paperwork. It's that simple!
Finances are one of the top considerations for students. We strive to ensure students are able to achieve their study abroad goals (and dreams!) through the Sewanee Pledge, outside scholarships, and other types of funding.
Studying away may seem daunting, and you may have a lot of questions about finances, security, program selection, transfer of credit, and more. The Office of Global Citizenship will help guide you through the process.
How will my academic credit transfer back to Sewanee? Can I afford to study away? When do I have to start the application (and planning!) process? You have questions, and we have answers!
As I approach the halfway mark of my semester abroad in Prague, Czech Republic, I have excitedly ticked off the boxes on my bucket list, including my semester goal of solo-traveling. I recently traveled to Stockholm, Sweden and explored the vast, Nordic city by myself. One day, I went on a nine-hour hike in Tyresta National Park, led by a local guide. The hike was the perfect Sewanee “fix” that I needed, as I immersed myself in natural beauty, contrasting from the city-life I had grown accustomed to in Prague. The hike solidified my decision to venture to Sweden alone, and I am forever grateful to my family and Sewanee for allowing me to study abroad and create invaluable experiences like this one.
Living in Cartagena allowed our class to immerse ourselves in all things Colombian. Here, we watch the concepts from class come to life as we explore the city’s various historic sites, acquire a deeper understanding of the language, and enjoy the country’s abundant natural beauty. Interacting with the people and sites of Cartagena has been a valuable learning experience, one for which we are all immensely grateful.
As my program comes to an end, it is difficult to form a complete picture that sums up the experience. This program has felt very timely in my life, and everything I have learned both at Sewanee and throughout my SEA semester has felt incredibly connected. Whether I am mastering the hard skills attributed to deck procedures and lab work, or learning the cultural significance of a document like the Treaty of Waitangi, the program takes my view of an interdisciplinary learning style to new levels. While the sea sickness almost got the best of me and the weather was seemingly always against us,I will be forever thankful for this opportunity to go to sea and study such a wonderful country.
I chose to study abroad in Durban, South Africa, with a program that explored the impact of the apartheid on health systems. I learned so much about South African culture and the influence of inequality on health care, which creates significant health disparities. As an aspiring public health nurse practitioner, I hope not to leave what I’ve learned in South Africa but to become a better global citizen ready to make a positive impact on the world through my career.
Coming to Ghana was more than just a study abroad experience: as someone who is interested in international development, I was very excited to have an opportunity to work for a local NGO that addresses hunger and food security. If there is something my classes at Sewanee taught me and that this semester has strengthened, it is that places like Ghana do not need our pity, if anything they need our attentive ears and readiness to learn, because they have so much to teach us about passion, resilience and innovative, creative thinking. Being in Ghana has transformed the way I see the world. Yεbεhyia bio! (We shall meet again!)
YES, THE WORLD IS BIG, BUT IT’S ALSO INCREASINGLY INTERCONNECTED. LEARN HOW SEWANEE PREPARES STUDENTS FOR LIFE AS ENGAGED GLOBAL CITIZENS.
The Office of Global Citizenship connects Sewanee students with the world. Are you interested in studying abroad or an international internship or research fellowship? We can help you find the program (and the fascinating international destination) that’s perfect for you.
Sewanee guarantees funding for a summer internship or research fellowship, a semester-long study-abroad opportunity at no additional tuition cost, and the ability to graduate with one major in four years. Of course, you will have to do your part. If you meet Sewanee’s academic and social expectations, these opportunities are guaranteed.
International & global studies at Sewanee stretches far beyond the gates. Involving faculty members from departments across the College, the program spans disciplinary and thematic boundaries. The rapid pace and complex nature of our world require dexterity to navigate. At Sewanee, you will study the ever-changing political, economic, and cultural issues that characterize our world today. Here, experiencing the real world begins in the classroom.
To create an immersive learning experience, Sewanee has several language houses (French, German, Russian, Spanish, and Italian) that simulate real-world language and cultural encounters. The head resident is a native speaker, and students speak their house language while “at home". Events throughout the year showcase educational and recreational aspects of the language house and the culture it represents.
