International Education Programs (IEP) at Jacksonville University promotes global experiences by engaging students and faculty in study, internship and volunteer programs which will expose them to other countries, cultures, languages and people.
Apply to Study Abroad with IEP
- Most programs have no prerequisites
- No language requirements on most programs
- Many programs offer courses from various disciplines taught in English.
- Receive U.S. university credit on academic programs
- Many programs offer complete cultural immersion
- Opportunities to study alongside and live with local students
International Education Programs offers a wide variety of study, intern and volunteer abroad opportunities. Students from over 200 universities have participated in IEP programs over the years. IEP study programs are open to all university and university bound students from freshman to seniors as well as graduate students. Academic and professional internships are offered at various locations internationally and provide students and recent graduates with real world experience and hands on practical professional experiences. Service-learning and volunteer abroad opportunities are offered by IEP in developing countries around the globe providing students with life changing experiences and opportunities for meaningful travel.
International Education Programs offer summer, semester, and academic year study abroad and travel study programs around the world. We provide quality international academic experiences at some of the most prestigious institutions of higher education. Whether you are interested in developing your language skills, immersing yourself in another culture or earning credit towards your degree, IEP staff will assist you throughout the process.
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Semester in Bangkok
Spend a semester in the international city of Bangkok, Thailand at the
prestigious Mahidol University. Indulge yourself with
a Thai massage, ride an elephant, meet a friend downtown at Siam Square,
or learn the martial art of Thai boxing. There is so much to explore in
the “Land of Smiles,” whether on the tropical beaches, bustling marketplaces,
or eating your favorite Thai dish for the first time in the country that
invented it. Thailand is a natural gateway to Southeast Asia and the Pacific
Rim and provides an unforgettable experience for all who travel here.
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Why Study Abroad?
The decision to study abroad may be the defining moment in your education that changes your life. Nothing will be quite the same after you have studied abroad. Your perspectives will be global; your attitudes will be international; and you will have memories to last your lifetime. Your resumé will be more attractive, and in some cases your language proficiency will be advanced. In addition, you will have developed lifelong friendships.
The largest misconception that prevents students from participating in study abroad is its perceived inaccessibility. Students who do study abroad are often amazed at how easy it is to put the whole thing together. Financial aid is available in most major fields of study. It's as easy as a working through a checklist. The information on this page is just that, but it should only be used as a guideline as each university or college has its own study abroad policies Read more »