Study Abroad Opportunities at USC Upstate
The Center for International Studies at USC Upstate offers a variety of possibilities to study abroad, which will not only provide academic credit, but also serve as a great experience to expand students' worldview and new opportunities in their field of study.
Study Abroad Overview
Funding for Study AbroadStudy Abroad Opportunities
Maymester 2013
Chile: May 16-30, 2013 ... Flyer
Visit beautiful Chile and learn about Chilean culture and society. Visits to schools, museums, and areas of interest are part of the exciting program.
Cost: $3,850 (includes airfare, lodging and some meals)
Contacts: Kela Goodman, (864) 503-5691, kgoodman@uscupstate.edu
China: May 9-20, 2013 (12 days) or May 9-29 (21 days)
Learn the art of traditional Chinese writing and participate in Tai Chi while improving your language skills.
Cost: $1,250 (12 days) / $1,500 (21 days)
Contact: Dr. David Marlow, dmarlow@uscupstate.edu
Italy/Greece: May 15-24, 2013
Simply sit back and relax as you witness magnificent cites.
Cost: $3,361 w/o cruise or $3,840 w/cruise
Contact: Dr. Catherine Canino, ccanino@uscusptate.edu
France: May 15-23, 2013 ... Flyer
WWII & The Liberation of France:Explore London, the D-Day Museum, Normandy beaches, Paris and more.
Cost: $3,464 includes airfare, transportation, hotels, admissions and some meals.
Contact: Araceli Hernandez-Laroche, ahernandez-laroche@uscupstate.edu
Summer I 2013
Experience London and the Baltic: June 8-22, 2013 ... Flyer
Become informed about political and social issues affecting a number of European countries while enjoying culture, cuisine, and beautiful sites.
Cost: $3,600 includes airfare, transportation, hotels and admissions.
Contact: Alison Pingley, apingley@uscupstate.com
South Africa: June 2-16
Spend the day touring ancient ruins, then spend your nights enjoying the urban landscape of Amman.
Cost: $5,750
Contact: Julie Moss, jmoss@uscupstate.edu
Germany: June 23 - July 13, 2013
Stay in Magdeburg and visit Germany’s exciting capital city Berlin while perfecting your German language skills.
Cost: TBA
Contact: Jay Coffman, jcoffman@uscupstate.edu
Stendal, Germany (Education): April 5 - May 3, 2013
Cost: $1,200 airfare not included
Contact: Dr. Laura Hooks, lhooks@uscupstate.edu
Summer II 2013
London: July 2 – August 4, 2013
Let swinging London be your destination for a summer of British culture and exciting visits.
Cost: $5,745 includes airfare, excursions, three hours tuition; six credit hours available for additional cost
Contact: Jimm Cox, jcox@uscupstate.edu
Costa Rica: June 27 - July 28, 2013
Spend a lazy day at the beach or zip line through the rainforest all while improving your Spanish-speaking skills.
Cost: $2,100 (includes six hours tuition)
Contact: Margaret Burton, mburton@uscupstate.edu
Seville Spain: June 27 - July 20, 2013
Choose from a wide variety of language and content courses. Live in Spanish homes and participate in a full array of study tours, cultural events and social activities. Airfare and tuition not included.
Cost: $3,160
Contact: Shannon Polchow, spolchow@uscupstate.edu
Ecuador: July 12-23, 2013
Immerse yourself in the language and culture while learning how community health programs and services are provided.
Cost: $3,300
Contact: Julie Moss, jmoss@uscupstate.edu
Other Destinations
- Japan: Education majors
- Mexico: Nursing majors & others
- Spain: All majors
Long-Term Study Abroad Programs
USC Upstate students can study abroad for a semester or a full year by taking advantage of collaborative and affiliate agreements with universities throughout the world. Credit earned abroad can be transferred and applied to degree programs at USC Upstate. Financial aid can also be applied toward these programs.
Affiliate Study Abroad Agreements
Affiliate study abroad agreements allow USC Upstate students to study with partner study abroad organizations.
| Country | Program | Areas of Study | Length of Time |
| Worldwide | IIE Seminars | Various | Summer, Semester or Year |
| Italy | Study Abroad Italy | Italian Language and Culture | Summer, Semester or Year |
| Spain | Academic Programs International (API) | Spanish Language and Culture | Summer, Semester or Year |
| Australia, New Zealand | Global Links | Summer, Semester or Year | Summer, Semester or Year |
| Various | CIS Abroad | Summer, Semester or Year | Summer, Semester or Year |
| Various | ISA | Various | Summer, Semester or Year |
| Spain, Argentina | Spanish Studies Abroad (SSA) | Spanish Language, Literature and Culture | Summer, Semester or Year |
Additional summer, full semester and year-long study abroad programs are available through the Center for International Studies. Contact Dr. Deryle Hope at 503-5769 for more information.