Pack Your Bags, Broaden Your Perspective, Study Abroad
UMass Boston offers many exciting and affordable opportunities to study abroad.
Take the tube to afternoon tea in London or hike Mt. Fuji in Japan. Learn about Brazilian history or practice speaking Arabic. With UMass Boston’s study abroad program, you’ll expand your horizons and immerse yourself in another culture. Earn credit for your degree while taking advantage of this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Choose from over 30 programs in 17 countries, from China to Chile. Create new memories and friendships in this once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Flexible Program Options
We make studying abroad accessible to you by offering programs of different lengths. You’ll be able to stay on track to graduate while studying overseas. We provide programs that are:
- Yearlong
- A full semester
- In the summer
- Over winter break
Study Away Advising Appointments
Our advisors are here to meet with you on zoom or in person to get you started in exploring programs, start your application, and keep you on track.
Schedule an Advising Appointment to Study Abroad
Study Abroad Information & Resources
Plan ahead for a successful study abroad experience. We assist you in researching eligibility, academic fit, and financial planning. Count on us for guidance, resources, and support throughout the application process and beyond. Prepare academically and personally for the best program that suits your needs.
Student Stories From Abroad
Want to know what it’s like to embark on an intrepid academic adventure? Check out UMass Boston students’ vlogs and blogs as they chronicle their journeys, from Italy to Jordan.
As you study abroad, you will meet some of the most amazing people. You will foster great relationships - friendships. Making new friends allows you to challenge yourself to build your social skills, which will ultimately benefit yourself personally and professionally. New friendships bring forth new prospectives, new interests, and more support.Zoie Roberson, Political Science & Pre-law Watch Video Blog
Global Ambassador Peer Advising Hours
Our global ambassadors are UMass Boston students who have participated in study abroad. They are here for you to answer your initial questions, find programs, and offer advice from their experiences.
Stop by the Global Programs Office to talk with a Global Student Ambassador. The Spring 2024 hours of availability:
- Hannah: Mondays 12pm-3pm & Thursdays 9am-12pm
- Valerie: Tuesdays 9am-12pm & Wednesdays 1pm-4pm
- Lauren: Wednesdays 9am-230pm
- Mikael: Thursdays 11am-4pm
Location: The Globe, Office of Global Programs, Campus Center 2nd Floor 2100
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Diversity & Inclusion While Studying Abroad
While all students face challenges living abroad, you may find additional factors that influence your experience.
Perhaps you are a non-traditional student who can’t take too much time off work—or you have concerns based on your race, ethnicity, disability, religion, gender, or sexual orientation. At UMass Boston, we believe all students should have the opportunity to study abroad regardless of their background. We’ve compiled resources that can be used to help support your goals. Our Office of Study Abroad staff will do whatever they can to ensure that you have a happy, safe, and rewarding time living abroad.
Contact Us
Office of Global Programs
Location: Campus Center, 2nd Floor, Room 2100
Telephone: 617.287.5586
Email: studyabroad@umb.edu