Study Abroad Programs | Ohio Dominican University

Ohio Dominican offers two types of life-changing study abroad experiences.

ODU Sponsored Programs

Travel with other ODU students and an ODU faculty member
Programs last from a week to half a semester, including trips during school breaks
Cost typically includes travel, accommodations and some meals

Direct Exchange Programs

Overseas programs are managed by another U.S. or foreign institution
Programs vary in length from a few weeks to a semester
ODU students are enrolled along with other students from other U.S. or foreign institutions
Classes are taught either in English, or in the language of the host country
Students will pay ODU tuition (unless host university's tuition is higher) and the remaining program fee to the host institution

ODU Partner Program

Select one of hundreds of programs offered by one of the many third-party study abroad prodivers ODU is partnered with
Options include language programs, academic progrms, internships, and volunteer opportunities
Program lengths vary from a few weeks toa full academic year
Students enroll directly with their program or host institution

Semester Programs
Ohio Dominican works with the following universities and study abroad providers to offer ODU students opportunities to abroad all over the world.
- American Institute For Foreign Study: Australia, Austria, Botswana, Costa Rica, Czech Republic, England, France, India, Ireland, Italy, New Zealand, Russia, South Africa, and Spain
- Arcadia University: Australia, China, England, Equatorial Guinea, France, Greece, India, Ireland, Italy, New Zealand, Scotland, South Africa, Spain, Tanzania, Turkey, and Wales
- Athena Study Abroad: England, Ireland, Germany, Australia, Spain, Japan, Greece, Thailand, Italy
- CEA Study Abroad: Argentina, Chile, China, Costa Rica, Czech Republic, England, France, Ireland, Italy, Mexico, and Spain
- International Studies Abroad: Morocco, South Africa, China, India, Japan, South Korea, Belgium Czech Republic, England, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Scotland, Spain, Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Peru, Jordan, Australia, New Zealand, Fiji, Thailand
- J. F. Oberlin University: Tokyo, Japan
Short Term / May Program

Study abroad with an ODU faculty member for one to two weeks during the semester.

These programs are a great option for students with little international travel or for students who are unable to be away for a longer time.

Each year, ODU students travel to new destinations and study a variety of topics. Usually, these courses do not require any pre-request course work and are appropriate for any major.

For the May Term Study Abroad programs, students will earn three credits split between the prep course at ODU and the in-country course during the May Term.

Students will take two credits during the second half of the spring semester and one credit in-country. Students would be responsible for any tuition overage during the spring semester, the May Term tuition cost and the program fee.

For programs during the semester, the credits will be awarded all in the same term.

Past trips have gone to Costa Rica, Guatemala and Spain.
Spring Break Trips

Study abroad trips during spring break are perfect for first-time international travels and those who don't want to spend too much time away from home and ODU.

Students may also participate in Immersion Service Trips during spring break where, in addition to exploring the culture and history of the city they visit, they will help the communities they are staying in.

Service projects during these trips have included assisting with a children's feeding program, a pre-kindergarten program, a program to teach computer skills, a community garden, a women's group, a children's medical clinic, and also some ongoing construction projects to add a school and library to these communities.

Past trips have included El Salvador, Florence, Rome, Guatemala and Haiti.
Summer Programs
Summer is the perfect time to travel the world! In the past, ODU has sponsored summer trips to Costa Rica.

Additional opportunities for education abroad in the summer are offered through co-sponsoring organizations.
- American Institute For Foreign Study: Australia, Austria, Botswana, Costa Rica, Czech Republic, England, France, India, Ireland, Italy, New Zealand, Russia, South Africa, and Spain
- Arcadia University: Australia, China, England, Equatorial Guinea, France, Greece, India, Ireland, Italy, New Zealand, Scotland, South Africa, Spain, Tanzania, Turkey, and Wales
- Athena Study Abroad: Dublin, Ireland; Seville, Spain; London, England; Florence, Italy; Rome, Italy; Heidelberg, Germany; Kyoto, Japan; Cadiz, Spain; Paros Island, Greece; Tuscania, Italy
- CEA Study Abroad: Argentina, Chile, China, Costa Rica, Czech Republic, England, France, Ireland, Italy, Mexico, and Spain
- International Studies Abroad: Morocco, South Africa, China, India, Japan, South Korea, Belgium Czech Republic, England, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Scotland, Spain, Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Peru, Jordan, Australia
- J. F. Oberlin University: Tokyo, Japan
Which Program is Right for Me?
Ask yourself the following questions when considering your study abroad options:
- Which country have I always wanted to visit?
- Do I need need to fulfill a language requirement?
- Do I want to take core classes or do I want to take courses in my major?
- What academic options do I have?
- Can I talk to students who have returned?
- During what time of the year would I like to travel?
- Do I want to go for a full semester?
- How much will it cost?
- Which program best fits in my budget?
- What is the language of instruction?
- Do I want to live in student housing or with a host family?
- What are my interests and hobbies?
- What do I want to get out of this experience? (e.g. cross-cultural experience, language, adventure, resume builder, etc.)
- Would I like to travel before or after my classes/program?
- Will this experience extend my program of study?
- Am I ready to choose?
If you still have questions, let us help! Contact us at (614) 251-4646 or studyabroad@ohiodominican.edu.