Semester Study Abroad

Explore our diverse semester abroad programs to find the best fit for your major and further enhance your Taylor experience. Taylor offers study abroad programs to Ecuador, Northern Ireland/Ireland, and Hollywood through the university, and partners with other organizations to expand students’ options in other parts of the world. 

Taylor Study Abroad Programs

Some departments also offer major-specific study abroad programs. Contact your faculty advisor or department chair for more information.

Spend fall or spring semester immersed in Latin American culture at Universidad del Azuay in Cuenca, Ecuador. Take advanced classes in Biology, Business, Christian Education, and Exercise Science, as well as general education courses in history, literature, and science.

Study in Ecuador

Expand your cultural and spiritual awareness by studying and experiencing the history and culture of Ireland and Northern Ireland. In partnership with Stranmillis University (a College of Queens University Belfast), students earn 15–17 hours of credits, including a practicum experience if desired.

Study in Northern Ireland

Film & Media Arts students earn up to 16 credit hours, complete one or two internships in their area of interest, and take a course called “Inside the Entertainment Industry” taught by entertainment industry professionals. The program also includes studio tours, special events, film screenings, and networking. Students live in Pasadena.

Study in Hollywood

Study Abroad Partnerships

Taylor University partners with other universities and study abroad programs that have been fully vetted by the Spencer Center for Global Engagement. Check with your academic advisor to ensure courses taken through partner-schools will count toward your degree.

Taylor partners with Students International to create a unique opportunity for students to deepen their Spanish-speaking skills and gain ministry experience in Costa Rica.

Study in Costa Rica

Taylor partners with Gordon College and the CCCU (Council for Christian Colleges & Universities) to create a unique opportunity for students to study at the European Center for the Study of War and Peace in Zagreb, Croatia.

Study in Croatia

Focused on art, this program is a partnership with Gordon College.

Study in Orvieto, Italy

Taylor partners with Living & Learning International and College of the Ozarks to provide students an opportunity to study abroad in Rome, Italy, for a semester.

Study in Rome

Are you fascinated with all things Japanese? The East Asia Institute at Tokyo Christian University is a one-semester program that offers you the opportunity to Learn and speak Japanese every day both on and off-campus.

Study in Japan

Taylor University and Daystar University have entered into a partnership to expand opportunities for global engagement, intercultural learning, and faith-based scholarship. Daystar University is a private, Christian liberal arts university with approximately 1,500 undergraduate students located about 40 kilometers from Nairobi. 

Study in Kenya

Study at Lithuania Christian College, located in the beautiful port city of Klaipeda, Lithuania. 

Study in Lithuania

The Contemporary Music Center (CMC) in Nashville is a semester-long, 16 credit off-campus study program where students live, learn, and create in the heart of the music industry.

Study in Nashville

Taylor partners with Handong Global University to create a unique opportunity for students to study in South Korea. 

Study in South Korea

Taylor partners with Living & Learning International to create a unique opportuniy for students to spend a semester in Sevilla, Spain. 

Study in Spain

Ideal for Orphaned & Vulnerable Children majors, this study abroad program examines the intersection of important issues - orphans, vulnerable and exploited children, human trafficking, and human rights issues.

Study in Thailand

Taylor partners with ISDSI to give students an immersive study abroad opportunity in Thailand. 

Study in Thailand

Taylor partners with the Uganda Studies Program and Uganda Christian Universities to give students the opportunity to  study and live alongside Ugandans and other students from the continent. 

Study in Uganda

In partnership with Scholarship and Christianity in Oxford (SCIO), this semester gives students a chance to do world-class research in British literature. 

Study in Oxford, United Kingdom

Gain international experience and explore new cultures by spending a semester in London, England, in partnership with Living & Learning International, Biola University, and Roehampton College.

Study in London

Requirements and Criteria

Students interested in studying abroad must meet the following requirements:
  • 2.75 GPA or above
  • Good academic and social standing
  • Student account in good standing
  • Clearance from academic advisor
  • Completion of program’s application material

Students may attend more than one semester in an off-campus program; however, preference is given to students who have not studied abroad previously.

Institutional financial aid applies only to the first semester of off-campus study. No financial aid (federal or institutional) will be awarded to students attending study abroad programs not offered through Taylor University.

Study Abroad Scholarship

If you are planning to study abroad for a semester or J-term and are a current Pell Grant recipient or anticipate being one next year, consider applying for the Gilman Scholarship.

The Gilman Scholarship application has specific term deadlines. Apply early even if your study abroad program is next year. If you have any questions, contact the Financial Aid Office at [email protected] or 765-998-5358.

Gilman Scholarship Information

Apply to Study Abroad

Admission can be competitive depending on your chosen program. Applicants are evaluated based on the written application, GPA, letters of reference, and a personal interview. 

Students are required to have completed one semester in residence at Taylor prior to applying for study abroad programs. The process also includes an interview with the Director of Off-Campus Programs.

 Steps to Study Abroad Study Abroad Application

Contact the Spencer Center for Global Engagement

Phone: 765-998-5106 

Off Campus Programs (semester and academic J-Term): [email protected]
Taylor World Outreach: [email protected]
Lighthouse Service Trips: [email protected]

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The Spencer Center is located on the first floor of Paul and Barbara Gentile Hall, at the corner of Reade Ave and 3rd St.