International study with Syracuse Abroad is all about choice. That’s why we offer many different lengths of study, including short-term programs, which run for one to three weeks at various times of the year: winter break, spring break, or over the summer.
Available to Syracuse students only, our short-term programs are a great option if:
- You’re unable to commit to a whole year, semester, or even summer abroad, but still want to experience the excitement of the world classroom.
- You’re considering a longer study abroad experience, but you want to see if you’ll like this first.
- You’d like to supplement your current studies with a visit to the locations you’re learning about
2026 Short-term programs
Blog post: Role of Science in Environmental Governance
Learn more about this short-term program in Geneva, Switzerland as students explore the (im)balance among scientific, political, social and economic views in the context of environmental policy.
OVMA Daniel and Gayle D’Aniello Endowed Florence Scholarship
NEW: Substantial awards will be available for veteran and military connected students studying in Florence during the semester and summer terms, or through a short term or faculty-led program. Students can reach out to their International Program Advisor for more information.
What You Need to Know
Short-term programs are offered for 1-3 credits. The extra credit(s) earned for a short-term program abroad is registered during the same semester as the related on-campus course(s) or sessions. This means that full-time SU undergraduates pay no additional tuition charge for the overseas program, as long as they have not exceeded the 19-credit limit for the semester. A program fee is charged to cover the cost of round-trip transportation, accommodations, group meals, etc. Fees vary by program.