Study Abroad Programs
If you want to see Paris, Rome, London and more – our Study Abroad programs have you covered!
All of our Study Abroad opportunities allow you to take courses and gain credits that fulfill graduation requirements.
It is also possible for you to take advantage of many programs, available through other universities, in virtually every country around the globe. Most study abroad course credits from other programs are readily transferred to Iona.
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Study Abroad: Spring
Spring Break
This exciting trip offers students the opportunity to learn about the history of Accra, the capital of Ghana, and the diverse culture of the Ghanaian people in West Africa. With ample time for reflection and exploration, students are able to truly immerse themselves in the rich culture of Ghana.
Spring Break
Students pursuing their BS in nursing at Iona can participate in the 10-day Ghana Global Clinical Immersion program during their final semester. In this faculty-led program, participants earn 50 clinical hours as they serve in hospitals and outpatient centers, providing exceptional care to patients from all walks of life.
Costa Rica Marketing Adventure
Spring Break
Dive into Costa Rica’s thriving ecotourism and travel industries and its multinational and small business agencies and study its business scene through an adept marketing lens. Enjoy the country's beautiful scenery, culture and people as you engage in a rigorous academic program.
Spring Break
Spend your spring break investigating Iona University’s heritage on the Isle of Iona, where St. Columba founded his community over 1,000 years ago. Here, you study how nature and religion commune together and the intricacies of medieval traveling narratives, bringing a new, enlightened perspective to your life on campus.
Spring Break
Iona’s study abroad program in London serves as an extension of the Creative Nonfiction course, where you have the opportunity to learn about travel writing. While abroad, you experience Shakespeare’s Globe, Kensington Gardens, and London Bridge and take in shows at some of London’s best venues.
Spring Break
Pursue professional development opportunities while being immersed in three of Europe’s leading financial hubs. Expand your knowledge of finance, economics and business while enhancing your professional network and learning about the rich histories and cultures of these exciting cities.
Spring Break
Join us for a rigorous, week-long experience studying abroad in Poland. During your program, you gain a deeper understanding of the Holocaust and the Auschwitz extermination camp through site trips in Oświęcim, Kraków, and Wadowice. The course is led by Iona faculty in cooperation with the Centre for Dialogue and Prayer in Oświęcim.
Spring Break: Service-Learning
Witness the importance and interconnection of community, movement, entrepreneurship and activism by exploring Panama with Movement Exchange. As you immerse yourself in dance and folkloric rhythms, you learn about the rich history and cultural significance of Latin music and dancing while studying in growing metropolises at the meeting point of Central and South America.
Spring Break
Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Italy while learning about ancient Roman theatre. Explore sites in and around Rome while attending some of the best theatre productions the world has to offer.
Study Abroad: Summer
Summer
Study abroad in Barcelona to fine-tune your Spanish-language skills and discover Barcelona's rich culture, vibrant artwork and natural beauty, all while gaining a deeper understanding of international communications and cross-cultural communication strategies.
Summer
Study and work with Thomas Paine’s seminal book Common Sense in the very house where he once lived and conducted business. Students in this funded program will participate in curating an exhibit of Paine’s materials while having the opportunity to explore the surrounding areas and network with other scholars.
Summer
Partake in the European Innovation Academy (EIA) study abroad program and spend three weeks in Porto, Portugal, digging into how to become a global entrepreneur. As you participate in this transformative experience, you can learn first-hand about entrepreneurship and how to launch a successful start-up.
Summer
Students can earn three (3) transferable credits at the European Innovation Academy (EIA) Bootcamp in Rome. This 15-day program helps students transform business ideas into startups. Participants will receive intensive training from experienced entrepreneurs while networking globally.
Summer
Learn about the rich art history of Rome while exploring some of the city's most captivating sites.
Summer
Spend your summer in Westport House, one of Ireland’s last privately owned historic houses, as you take courses and perform clinical observations at local hospitals. Nestled on 400 acres of stunning beauty, you enjoy the serenity of Westport House and its grounds as you study, forge meaningful relationships and learn outside the lines.
Study Abroad: Fall or Spring Semester
Semester: Fall or Spring
In partnership with St. John's University, you can embark on a 15-week adventure, studying and exploring Paris, Normandy, Strasbourg and the Region of Provence. Enjoy France’s historic beauty while pursuing your degree.
Rome, Italy (Fall or Spring Semester)
Semester: Fall or Spring
Through our partnership with St. John's University, you can enroll in classes in the heart of Rome and immerse yourself in the beauty of Italian culture. During your time abroad, you have the opportunity to travel to Campania, Tuscany and Sicily to explore their history and enjoy creating meaningful connections.
Semester: Fall or Spring
Embark on a thrilling 15-week study abroad experience, learning in and exploring three iconic European cities — Limerick, Paris and Rome — and see all that Western Europe has to offer. This study abroad is in partnership with St. John's University.