With the end of the spring semester, there is no better time for students to start planning for their spring semester abroad.
Starting on June 1, students can begin applying for spring 2025 study abroad programs through Syracuse Abroad. With over 60 program options in dozens of countries around the world, there is a study abroad opportunity for each and every Syracuse University student.
In alignment with the Academic Strategic Plan, Syracuse University is committed to encouraging and enabling every undergraduate student the opportunity to participate in a study abroad or study away experience before they graduate.
Shea McCarron
“As a political science major, learning about the political systems in Spain and in the EU [European Union] provided a new insight into global politics,” says Shea McCarron ’24, a student in the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs. “I took a course called Clash of Titans which focused on the expansive history of the Iberian peninsula including religious and cultural history.”
McCarron notes her transformative experience in Spain was both rewarding and eye-opening, saying “The Madrid program offered many opportunities to visit important governmental and historical locations like the Royal Palace and the senate and congress buildings.”
This spring, students attending programs at centers in Florence, Italy, London, England, Madrid, Spain, Santiago, Chile and Strasbourg, France will be immersed in environments designed to foster global engagement and new perspectives.
Spring 2025 Program Highlights
English immersion program in Santiago, Chile
Syracuse University students studying at the Santiago Program Center in Chile.
The Santiago Center (courses in English) is a new take on a classic program that allows students to experience the rich culture of Santiago while taking a range of courses in the social sciences and humanities in English. Coursework, internships and other experiential programming occur both in and out of the classroom and include travel and fieldwork opportunities.
Unlike traditional study options in Latin America, this program is unique because it aligns closely with a traditional U.S. semester, taking place from January to May. Visits to Buenos Aires, Argentina and Chile’s Patagonia region are incorporated into the semester’s immersion experiences.
Setnor Music program in London, England
The spring-only London Center: Setnor Music program is the gateway into Europe’s vital and diverse musical life. Fourth-semester Setnor School of Music students pursuing a bachelor of music degree in music composition, music education, performance and the bachelor’s of science music degree will take Setnor-required courses at the London Center and participate in an ensemble group, taking private lessons at the School of Oriental and African Studies.
Whitman Core program in London, England
The spring-only London Center: Whitman Core program offers second-year students in the Whitman School of Management the opportunity to complete nine credits of required core courses and two electives while immersed in London’s exciting business environment. Restrictions apply, see the program page for details and academic requirements.
French language studies in Strasbourg, France
Students can explore French language and culture studies in Strasbourg, with the option to enroll in one of three partner universities situated closely to the Syracuse Center. In addition to taking all courses in English at the center, students can enroll in courses at Science-Po Strasbourg, the University of Strasbourg and the French Language Institute (Institut International d’Etudes Françaises). Enrollment at partner universities is designed for students with intermediate and advanced French language skills. Learn more about programs in Strasbourg, France.
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World Partner Programs
World Partner programs allow students to choose from over 50 programs through our partner institutions in cities across the globe. Students can choose from a variety of programs in locations including Australia and New Zealand, Asia, Africa, Europe, the Middle East and Latin America.
World Partner students are often independent and curious, and usually looking for a niche abroad experience— examining public health in India, studying Arabic in Jordan or Morocco or exploring the global ocean on a sailing vessel. Each partner program is designed to complement and enhance the Syracuse University global experience.
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Preparing to Study Abroad
The spring 2025 application cycle is open from June 1 to October 1 for most programs, and applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. All students are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as some programs have limited capacity. For specific deadlines, students should refer to each program’s individual application page.
For more information, students can schedule an appointment with an international program advisor or make a general advising appointment to explore their options. Syracuse Abroad will continue to offer virtual advising appointments throughout the summer on a limited basis.