Study Abroad
Studying abroad is an incredible opportunity and Pennsylvania Western University encourages students to explore such an opportunity. A study abroad experience can be short-term (two to ten weeks), for a semester, or academic year. Pennsylvania Western University offers short-term, for credit, study abroad programs at various locations throughout the world for all students.
Short-term programs are offered in the summer, during winter and spring breaks, and our faculty accompany our students. Recently, students have traveled to England, Scotland, Italy, China, Japan, Ireland, and the Dominican Republic on long and short-term experiences.
The International Education Office will provide students with a basic overview of study abroad opportunities and the process. They are here to help students understand PennWest’s policies on study abroad and will assist in receiving formal approval for study abroad programs.
Individual guidance is provided to meet a student’s specific goals regarding location, finances, classes/transfer credits, and preparation. Getting started is easy! Prospective study abroad students can learn more by emailing globaled@pennwest.edu.
Student Experiences
Student Teaching with Slippery Rock University in Spain
By student teaching abroad with Slippery Rock and PennWest, you will:
- Gain international student teaching experience
- Learn culturally responsive teaching philosophies
- Develop awareness and skills to teach in an internationally diverse classroom
- Learn how to build rapport and communities in other cultures
- Add global experience to your resume
If you are interested in student teaching abroad, please email globaled@pennwest.edu.
Long-Term Study Abroad Programs
There are a large variety of long-term study abroad opportunities at PennWest that vary from exchanges to third-party providers. Students should email globaled@pennwest.edu to schedule a time to meet with a member of the International Education Office staff to learn more about their options and the application process.
Don’t wait until your senior year to plan a study abroad program! Meet with the International Education Office your freshman or sophomore year to start planning!