LSU Study Abroad
Christiana Yeager
Academic Programs Abroad
LSU's Academic Programs Abroad is your ticket to explore the globe and broaden your academic horizons. Whether you are looking for a short-term program or a longer exchange, APA can help. Come explore our program offerings, ranging from short-term and summer programs to international and domestic exchanges. What are you waiting for? We have options for everyone!
Summer Programs
- 25 programs per summer
- Change year‐to‐year, based on faculty interest
- Taught by LSU faculty; Earn LSU credit
- Generally 2 courses
- Pay program fee, tuition/fees, airfare, and spending money
International Exchanges
- Nearly 200 partners in 40+ countries
- All continents except Antarctica
- Can exchange for a semester or year
- All majors can participate
- Multiple payment options
- Pay LSU rate or directly to host university
- Take classes in another language and/or in English
Domestic Exchanges
- 170+ partners in 48 states (not DE or AR)
- Can exchange for a semester or year
- All majors can participate
- Multiple payment options
- Pay LSU rate or in‐state rate at host university
- Popular locations include Alaska, California, and Hawaii
Frequently Asked Questions
I don’t know where I want to go, where do I start?
- Come by 103 Hatcher Hall and speak with a peer adviser. They will help you figure out your best options and give you general information. Walk-in hours are 8:00-4:30.
Do I have to speak another language?
- Not necessarily. There are many schools that have their classes taught in English around the world.
Do you have to be a particular major to go on an international exchange?
- No, all majors may participate in an exchange.
What is the difference between an ISEP exchange, ISEP Direct, and Bilateral?
- ISEP exchange: You pay LSU tuition and LSU room and board.
- ISEP Direct: You pay the host universities tuition and room and board.
- Bilateral: You pay LSU tuition. Room and board is paid to the host institution.
How much is an exchange?
- In most cases, when you exchange through an LSU sponsored program, ISEP (With the exception of ISEP Direct) or a Bilateral Partner, you will be able to pay LSU tuition while using TOPS and most other financial aid and scholarships.
Benefits
Summer Programs
- Great if you’ve never been abroad
- Can allow a student to go abroad even if they cannot fit a semester/year exchange into their academic plan
- Get to see new places
- Learn in a foreign country withou thaving to speak the language
- Smaller class sizes
- Direct faculty‐student interactions
- Study with other LSU students
International Exchanges
- TOPS and federal financial aid applies
- Great for foreign language acquisition
- All classes transfer back as LSU courses
- Immerse yourself in a foreign location
- Study away from other LSU students
Domestic Exchanges
- TOPS and federal financial aid applies
- All classes transfer back as LSU courses
- Study with friends (can be linked on application)
- Often cheaper than studying at LSU
LSU Study Abroad Promo
Event Information
Study Abroad Fair Day 1
When?
Tuesday, Oct 1, 2013, 11:00 AM
Where?
Royal Cotillion Ballroom, LSU, Baton Rouge, LA
Event Information
Study Abroad Fair Day 2
When?
Wednesday, Oct 2, 2013, 11:00 AM
Where?
Art and Design Building, LSU, Baton Rouge, LA
Connect With Us
Email: studyabroad@lsu.edu
Website: http://international.lsu.edu/APA/
Location: 103 Hatcher Hall, Baton Rouge, LA
Phone: 225-578-6801
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lsustudyabroad
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