Study Abroad

Travel the globe with over 100 study abroad programs in 43 countries and meet what’s possible beyond WSU.

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You’ll earn credits toward your degree and have travel experiences while also:

Gaining insights into different cultures
Networking to build friendships and professional connections
Strengthening your ability to communicate and collaborate with diverse groups of people
Growing more flexible, adaptable, confident, and independent as you navigate new situations

Find the program that best suits your educational, professional, and personal goals.

Semester Abroad

Live independently in another country and study at a host university for an immersive cultural experience.

Semester abroad programs are full semesters with options for fall, spring, summer—or even the whole academic year.

Semester Abroad Programs

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Student Experiences

I knew that study abroad would give me the language skills I needed to be the best teacher I could be… and it also allowed me to live in a culture 6,000+ miles away. That truly gave me the opportunity to grow, make mistakes, and learn.

Allison Moga ‘21, Spanish Education Major & TESOL Education Major | Study Abroad Program with SOL Education Abroad in Argentina

The biggest impact of my faculty-led program was not only forming connections with my peers and professors, but also experiencing Chinese culture on a level I had never imagined.

Jack Moore ‘20, Public Relations Major | Faculty-led Program: Exploring New Media Applications in a Global Communication & Marketing

I chose to study abroad because I have always wanted to see the world. These experiences allowed me to do that while gaining credits for school.

Emma Herbeck ‘21, Movement Science Major | Study Abroad Program at Salford University & Faculty-led Program: Peru – Health Promotion in a Developing Country

Faculty-Led Programs

Travel with other WSU students as a class led by WSU faculty. Everything from airfare to lodging and excursions is arranged for you.

Faculty-led programs are 2-4 weeks long and offered during the summer, spring, and winter breaks.

Faculty-Led Programs

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Search for Programs

Where will you go? There are so many study away programs to choose from at WSU.

Explore Study Abroad Programs

Consider this

Academics

Wondering which program is the best fit for your major or minor?

Do you want to study something new?

You’ll earn academic credits either way.

See how to maximize academics while studying abroad.

Cost

What’s your budget for a study away program?

Our programs range in price to fit many budgets. There are also scholarships and financial aid options.

Learn more about funding your study away experience.

Location

What states, countries, or regions of the world interest you?

We have programs in 40 countries across 6 continents.

Most semester programs offer coursework in English.
All faculty-led programs are taught in English.

Fulbright Programs

Study, teach, or conduct research in countries around the world with the Fulbright Program.

Grants are available to recent alumni, graduate students, faculty, and K-12 educators.

Fulbright Programs

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Passport Services

The WSU Study Abroad Office is an official U.S. Department of State Passport Acceptance Facility.

This makes it easy to apply for a new passport whether you’re a student, faculty, staff, or community member.

Get Your Passport

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The Worldly Warrior Photo Contest is an annual contest encouraging study abroad students to share pictures of their experiences.

Entries are accepted at the beginning of every summer term. This year’s contest concluded accepting entries on Aug. 27.

A panel of judges selects 8 semifinalists in each category based on:

photo quality
content, and
geographic representation

The top 8 photos in each category will be chosen as semifinalists. These semifinalists are then posted in the WinonaStudyAbroad Instagram story for a final round of voting.

Winners are announced at the end of the summer, and student winners are awarded prizes:

First Place: $25 Amazon gift card
Second Place: $20 Amazon gift card

View the Winners in the Photo Contest Instagram Highlight

Enter the Photo Contest

Submit photos that illustrate something unique to your experience, showing sensitivity to host culture. Winning photos tend to be the ones that engage the viewer and draw them in.

While photos of yourself on the beach or in front of Big Ben can be great (in fact, that’s perfect for the Selfie category!), think beyond that.

Show us what’s behind the scenes of your host community. Give us a glimpse of what’s unique or special about where you were and who you met.

You may submit up to 3 photos in each category:

Street Photography: Candid moments that capture everyday life. From bustling markets to quiet alleyways, this category is about finding beauty in the ordinary people and moments of local life.
Environment: What built or natural wonders inspired or awed you? These photos may or may not have people in them, but they still give you a sense of place.
Worldly Warriors and Selfies: Whether you’re wearing Winona gear or not, we want to see you in places you’ve loved.

For each photo, you’ll provide a:

title
location
description

The information you submit, including your name, may be posted on social media and/or in the Photo Contest calendar.

Students may only win 1 prize each, no matter the number of entries submitted.

Enter the 2025 Worldly Warriors Photo Contest

Looking for help as you explore study away options? Wondering how to apply for a passport?

Meet with one of our advisors and get your questions answered.

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