Boston University Study Abroad, part of BU Global Programs, offers more than 170 programs in over 30 cities across 20+ countries. We partner closely with BU’s academic departments to provide transformative global learning opportunities not just for our Terrier community, but for students from universities across the United States.
A legacy of leadership
As one of the first US institutions to send students abroad—and the first to offer academic internships on multiple continents—BU Study Abroad has been a pioneer in global education for decades.
Our mission
Is to offer excellent, innovative, and diverse cross-cultural learning experiences for all students. Our study abroad programs cultivate the intellectual, professional, and personal qualities necessary for success in an increasingly interconnected world.