Every year, GovState faculty takes GovState students abroad for a 3-credit course. These programs last between 1-3 weeks during official breaks. Please find a list of upcoming GovState faculty-led study abroad programs below. More details to come!
Watch the video about our Honors Italy program to see what GovState has to offer!
Academic Year 2025 - 2026
Summer Session
Honors Study Abroad in Italy
Location: Italy
Program Travel Dates: June 22 - July 14, 2026
Department: Honors College
Application Deadline: February 18th, 2026
Open to all majors and degree levels!
Public Health Brigade to Ghana
Location: Ekumpoano, Ekumfi Disctrict, Ghana
Program Travel Dates: May 29 - June 10, 2026
Application Deadline: February 13th, 2026
Open to all majors and degree levels!
Winter Session
Study Abroad in Thailand
Location: Burapha University, Thailand
Program Travel Dates: December 4 - December 20, 2026
Application Deadline: March 13th, 2026
Open to all majors and degree levels!
Quote from Tiyen Simmons - 2025 Ghana Public Health Brigade Participant
I had such an amazing and unforgettable experience, and I just want to thank y'all for being part of it!
Interested in a Program?
Applying is easy! Access the link below to get started on your application. If you have any further questions about the process, please feel free to email or call our office!
Study Abroad
- Office of International Services
- Governors State University
- 1 University Parkway, GMT 168, University Park, IL 60484
- 708-235-7611
- studyabroad@govst.edu