Information About Education Abroad Programs

We are excited that you are interested in exploring the many exciting education abroad opportunities that are available to you! We also understand that applying for a program can be stressful. Here you will find valuable information about Kennesaw State's education abroad programs, including how to apply and how to search for available scholarships.

Prospective students should also sign up for study abroad advising by making an appointment with an Education Abroad Program Coordinator. Our team can help you with everything you need to know about applying for an education abroad experience.

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Finding a Program

Search the listing of all available Kennesaw State University Education Abroad Programs by selecting Find a Program. 

From here, you can narrow your search by:

  • Subject
  • College
  • Location
  • Title of program
  • Time frame

Each program has a catalog page featuring information about:

  • Program cost & what’s included in the price
  • Dates of travel
  • Courses offered
  • Faculty contact information
  • What you'll be doing and where you'll be going.

Students interested in internships or research/directed study programs abroad can browse those options specifically:

How to Apply

Once you have decided on a program, go to the top of the program webpage and click “Apply Now” to begin your application. Be sure to fill out the application in full.

All KSU faculty-led programs require a $300 non-refundable deposit within your application. This $300 is subtracted from your total program fee. Meanwhile, exchange programs require a $150 administrative fee.

All programs require a completed Needs Assessment Questionnaire & Medical Clearance Form. The Needs Assessment Questionnaire & Medical Clearance Form are available in the application portal. View the program page and application for additional requirements.

Eligibility

Faculty-led program participants must have at least a 2.0 institutional GPA to be eligible to participate in a KSU education abroad program (3.0 for graduate students).

Exchange program participants must have at least a 3.0 (some 3.25) institutional GPA to be eligible to participate in a KSU education abroad program (3.0 for graduate students).

Undergraduate students that do not meet the minimum GPA requirement for applicable programs may submit a GPA appeal for further review. (Graduate students and Faculty-Led applicants are ineligible to appeal.) See Education Abroad Student Eligibility Policy below.

  • Exchange/independent program minimum institutional (adjusted) GPA in order to submit an appeal is 2.75. Students falling under this GPA are ineligible to submit an appeal.

Third-party programs, international internships, and partner programs may have additional requirements. These will be listed on the program webpage.

Appeal Deadline
Appeals must be submitted by the application deadline for the program that the student intends to participate on.
 
Appeal Submission
All appeals must be submitted using the online system. To submit an appeal view below.
 
See the Education Abroad Student Eligibility Policy for more information.
submit an appeal

Financial Aid and Scholarships

Kennesaw State University has several programs in place to help students afford their education abroad programs, including a unique Global Learning Financial Support.

Visit the Financial Aid & Scholarships Page for more information and additional scholarships.

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Non-KSU Education Abroad Programs

Interested in studying abroad but can't find the exact program that you are looking for? Non-KSU programs are great alternatives for students to find the experience they are looking for which offers the course credit they need.  To learn more about non-KSU programs, click on the link below to view programs that other KSU students have participated in.

Non-KSU Programs

Questions

Feel free to visit the Education Abroad Office at any time for more information about programs, internships, and outside opportunities. Call (470) 578-6336 or email educationabroad@kennesaw.edu to schedule a meeting with an education abroad program coordinator.

Walk-In Advising Hours (Spring 2025)

  • Kennesaw Campus (Academic Learning Center, 5th floor, Suite 5625): Tuesday & Wednesday, 1 pm - 3 pm
  • Marietta Campus (JM Wilson Student Center, Room A-221): Thursday, 1 pm - 3 pm


Each education abroad program coordinator has specific office hours, but you can also call or email to make an appointment. To contact a coordinator directly, see the Contact Us page for coordinator email addresses and phone numbers.

If you have general questions about how to prepare for your education abroad experience, check out this resource Studying Abroad: Step-by-Step published by the Center for Online Education (not affiliated with KSU).