We know that every student has a different background and different goals for their study abroad experience. We have several different program types, each of which is going to have a different level of OU support, cultural immersion, course offerings, financing, etc. You'll work with your study abroad advisor to identify what the best program is for you.
At our International Study Centers in Italy and Mexico, you can explore the language and culture of your host country, engage in meaningful dialogue with locals, get active with community service and complete an internship with the support of on-site OU staff.
Faculty-Led programs are designed so that you can take OU courses with OU professors while traveling abroad with other OU students. These programs have OU tuition and fees, so you can apply tuition waiver scholarships, any applicable financial aid, and banked hours. We offer a variety of short-term program options.
Partner University programs allow you to take classes at a university abroad while continuing to pay OU tuition and fees at your normal rate, including applying tuition waiver scholarships and any applicable financial aid. These programs are ideal for students who would like to be immersed in a new cultural and academic setting. Choose from long-term and short-term options.
Partner Provider programs are facilitated by approved providers with which the University of Oklahoma has an active agreement. Partner provider programs offer a variety of academic courses and internship opportunities, which will show up as transfer credit on your transcript. Tuition and fees are paid directly to your provider, not to the University of Oklahoma. Some financial aid may still apply.
Choose from a variety of different programs that provide academically relevant and personally transformative experiences across the world! You can find study abroad programs based on major, location, term or financial preferences! The table below outlines how each of our program types meet different student needs: paying OU tuition and fees, applying financial aid and scholarships, and internship opportunities.
| Program Type | OU Tuition & Fees | Financial Aid & Scholarships | Internships | Short-Term | Semester or Academic Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OU Study Center | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Faculty-Led | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | No |
| Partner University | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | Yes |
| Partner Provider | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Choose from a variety of different programs that provide academically relevant and personally transformative experiences across the world. You can filter and search for the right study abroad program for you, or meet with an advisor for assistance. GO by location of interest, academic offering, short-term or long-term, or financial preference!
