With so many education abroad options available, selecting a program can seem like a daunting task. It is important to consider all possibilities, with each student taking their own personal interests and academic needs into account. What works for one students might not work for another, so students should avoid selecting programs based on preferences of friends or classmates. Pursuing an education abroad experience is exciting, yet also something that requires serious planning and consideration.
Below are some guidelines to help students get started. Click on each tab for suggested programs based on different categories.
Determine your interests
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Do I want to continue a language I have previously or am currently studying? Do I want to learn a new language?
UNIVERSITY SETTING Do I want an urban, suburban or small town campus?
INSTITUTION SIZE Do I prefer a small, medium or large host institution?
LENGTH OF PROGRAM How much time do I want to spend abroad?
- Semester/Year
- Summer (3 to 7 weeks)
- Faculty Led International Course (1 to 3 weeks)
TYPE OF PROGRAM
What type of program best suits my needs and expectations?
PROGRAM FEATURES
Review Bentley's list of undergraduate study abroad programs using the guidelines above to help narrow your search.
KEEP IN MIND
- student’s individual academic plans and goals for study abroad are unique - there is no “one-size-fits-all” program
- long-range academic plans should be made with guidance from Undergraduate Academic Advising to ensure feasibility
- host school course availability is never guaranteed
ACADEMICS
What type of coursework do I want/need to take before I go abroad? While I am abroad? After I return from abroad?
- Major/minor
- General Education requirements?
- Electives?
Here are some suggested programs filtered according to your areas of interest. Find out more by clicking on the program below. This is not a comprehensive list and we encourage students to explore all options. Our full list of semester and academic year programs can be found here.
FinTech:
Finance:
Marketing:
Data Analytics or Computer Science:
Management/Business Studies
Fine Arts/Liberal Arts
EXPERIENTIAL FEATURES
Do I want a program that includes Service–Learning? Do I want to undertake an internship?
Here are some suggested programs filtered according to your areas of interest. Find out more by clicking on the program below. Our full list of semester and academic year programs can be found here.
Service Learning:
Internships:
HOUSING
What type of housing would I prefer?
- Homestay
- Student residence
- Apartment
Please keep in mind that the vast majority of our programs do not have on-campus housing or assigned housing. Students are responsible for arranging accommodations for most programs, although all programs provide guidance on housing options.
Here are some suggested programs that offer homestays! Find out more by clicking on the program below. Our full list of semester and academic year programs can be found here.
Homestays:
AFFORDABILITY
Here are some suggested programs that are budget-friendly! Find out more by clicking on the program below. Our full list of semester and academic year programs can be found here.
Budget-Friendly: