Study Abroad Programs

Elmhurst University offers a variety of study abroad opportunities for students of all majors and interests. Click below to explore our 100+ programs. Use your EU login to create a profile and take a program match quiz that will rank options based on your preferences!

Program Types

Travel with a group of Elmhurst students and faculty. Faculty-led programs are perfect for students looking for more support abroad or who cannot be away for an entire semester.

  • Terms offered: J-term, Spring Break, Summer
  • Program Cost: Elmhurst tuition + program fee. Scholarships are available. For more details, visit the Study Abroad Scholarships and Financing page.
  • Eligibility: All students with a minimum 2.0 GPA. Check your preferred program for any additional eligibility criteria.
  • Application: Complete the Elmhurst application on the study abroad portal and submit a $100 deposit
  • Credits: 0.25 – 1.0 credits. Courses may fulfill AoK, Major, Minor or Elective credits. All programs fulfill the G tag and Experiential Learning requirements.

2024-2025 Programs:

  • Comparative Education in Ghana (J-term)
  • Cultural and Linguistic Immersion in Argentina (J-term)
  • Culturally & Linguistically Responsive Services Ecuador (J-term)
  • Federal Politics and Media Ethics, Washington D.C. (J-term)
  • Global Business in Singapore and Malaysia (J-term)
  • Mozart, Beethoven and Beyond: The Music and Culture of Germany, Austria and The Czech Republic (J-term)
  • Teaching English Learners in Argentina (Spring Break)
  • UK Cities as Text (J-term)

Fully immerse yourself in another culture by spending an entire semester or year abroad. Partner programs are great for students looking for a more independent experience. Programs are available in 30+ countries.

  • Terms offered: Fall, Spring, Academic Year
  • Program Cost: Elmhurst tuition + program housing. Scholarships are available. For more details, visit the Study Abroad Scholarships and Financing page.
  • Eligibility: Sophomores, Juniors or Seniors with a minimum 2.75 GPA. Check your preferred program for any additional eligibility criteria.
  • Application: Complete both the Elmhurst application on the study abroad portal and the program application on the partner website.
  • Advising (required): Prior to applying, students should meet with Global Engagement for an advising session.
  • Credits: 3.0-4.75 credits. AoK, Major, Minor or Elective credit available. All programs fulfill the G tag and Experiential Learning requirements.

Spend your summer completing an internship or coursework abroad.

  • Terms offered: Summer
  • Program Cost: Partner tuition + housing. No Elmhurst scholarships are available. For more details, visit the Study Abroad Scholarships and Financing page.
  • Eligibility: Sophomores, Juniors or Seniors with a minimum 2.75 GPA. Check your preferred program for any additional eligibility criteria.
  • Application: Complete both the Elmhurst application on the study abroad portal and the program application on the partner website.
  • Advising (required): Prior to applying, students should meet with Global Engagement for an advising session.
  • Credits: 0.75 – 3.0 credits. AoK, Major, Minor or Elective credit available. All programs fulfill the G tag and Experiential Learning requirements. Summer programs will be shown as transfer credit.

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