CCIS - College Consortium for International Studies

CCIS Study Abroad Opportunities

The College Consortium for International Studies, a partnership of colleges and universities -- two and four year, large and small, public and private, domestic and foreign -- encompasses the broad spectrum of international higher education. CCIS members sponsor a variety of programs, notably study abroad programs and professional development seminars for faculty and administrators, which are designed to enhance international/intercultural perspectives within the academic community.

Recognizing the value of such experiences in fostering global understanding and peaceful cooperation among nations in an increasingly interdependent and rapidly changing world, CCIS is committed to developing international dimensions as an integral part of collegiate education. CCIS works to build collaborative arrangements among institutions who share this commitment, and to facilitate linkages between member institutions and international partners. In all of its programs and activities, CCIS strives for a high level of academic excellence.

Why Study Abroad?

1. Gain an international dimension and a global perspective in your major.
2. Expand your range of course options and develop a global resume.
3. Experience the increasing interdependence of the U.S. and other countries.
4. Explore the role you can play in the global community.
5. Increase your understanding of other cultures and get a different perspective on your own culture.
6. Get to know local students, host families and townspeople and immerse yourself in the life of the host country.
7. Enjoy new and different activities.
8. Sharpen interpersonal and communication skills through interacting with people from backgrounds different from your own.
9. Improve your ability to use a foreign language.
10. Enhance your sense of independence and self-confidence.
11. Expand your career choices and clarify your personal goals.