We Are Global Programs

We work to support a stronger, larger, and ever more diverse portfolio of global activities that builds on BU’s strengths: academic excellence; entrepreneurial ideas; a professional approach including financial, legal, and ethical responsibility; and a commitment to being a good global citizen wherever we work.

BU has a long history of global leadership—including launching one of the nation’s first collegiate international exchange programs. Working with many University offices, Global Programs is here to support faculty in their international collaboration and research activities and empower students through expanded access to international education experiences and opportunities.

Core Services

One community. Many functions.

Global Programs administrative offices oversee many aspects of BU’s global community, including Study Abroad, the International Students & Scholars Office (ISSO), Center for English Language & Orientation Programs (CELOP), and affiliate international structures enabling international activities. Together, we have provided strategic, operational, compliance, and leadership support for global initiatives at home in Boston, within the US, and abroad.

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Initiatives & Outreach

Global Programs is uniquely positioned to observe and respond to the evolving needs of our international community and to develop innovative programming to meet those needs.

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Global Matters

Global Programs’ newsletter highlighting Boston University’s global engagement. Sharing stories of Terriers’ global research, internships, study, and more.

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