With a global footprint that spans almost every continent, opportunities at Canisius to learn what it means to be a global citizen are diverse. From course-related travel and study abroad to international service-immersions, Canisius students have an array of options to expand inspire their worldview.
Where Can I Go?
It depends on the goals of your travel experience:
- Study abroad programs: life-changing experiences in 20+ locations across 15 countries
- Service-immersion trips: 6 opportunities for meaningful service, both abroad and domestic
- Faculty-led seminars: unique programs spanning 5 continents
When Can I Go?
Opportunities to travel and study are offered during the academic year as well as in the summer.
- You can study abroad starting your second semester of your sophomore year.
- Service-immersions take place during the summer and winter.
- You can go on a service-immersion as early as freshman year.
- Faculty-led seminars are open to both students and alumni.
How Long Will I Be Away?
- Study abroad experiences can last an entire semester or for the summer.
- Faculty-led seminars last anywhere from 2 to 4 weeks.
- For service-immersions, you can choose between international trips that last 1 to 3 weeks during the summer and weeklong domestic trips during the winter.
How Do I Apply to Study Abroad?
Steps to Studying Abroad:
- Attend an Information Session. We have several throughout the semester to accommodate different schedules. If you cannot attend an information session, please reach out to us at @email.
- Complete a Study Abroad Interest Form.
- Complete the Study Abroad application:
- 2 letters of recommendation.
- Course Plan.
For further questions please feel free to stop by our office: Center for International Education, Frisch Hall 008
Meet the Team:
Kera Bush-Turner, M.A.
Director for the Center for International Education
Frisch Hall 008
Samuel Nortey, '25
Center for International Education Graduate Assistant
Priscilla Ntiamoah, '26
Center for International Education Graduate Assistant