Semester/Year Abroad at Maryville College
Over 100 Global Study Options. One Life-Changing Experience.
Imagine spending a semester or year fully immersed in a different culture—learning new perspectives, building global connections, and gaining skills that set you apart. With Maryville College’s Semester/Year Abroad programs, you can study in 50+ countries while staying on track for graduation.
**$1500 Airfare scholarship guaranteed for Semester Abroad Programs**
EXCHANGE PROGRAMS – The Best Deal in Study Abroad
xchange programs are the most affordable way to go abroad.
✅ Included in your MC tuition, room, & board
✅ Keep your financial aid package (FAFSA, MC scholarships, grants & loans + additional study abroad scholarships)
✅ Live and learn like a local at one of our partner universities
✅ ISEP and Bilateral Exchange options
How it works: You pay your regular Maryville College costs, then spend a semester (or year) at a partner institution. Meanwhile, we welcome an exchange student from abroad. It’s a win-win!
Take a look:
- ISEP Exchanges, Many Options
- Kansai Gaidai University, Japan
Exchange = maximum value + immersive experience
$$ These are our best deal! $$
In return, Maryville College gets to receive an international exchange student from an institution abroad.
DIRECT PROGRAMS
Some global universities and programs are too competitive or specialized to be offered as exchanges. That’s where Direct programs come in.
With Direct programs:
- You pay a program fee to Maryville College instead of regular tuition
- Program fees typically range from $6,000–$18,000 USD
- Fees often include tuition, housing, (and sometimes meals)
- Federal and external aid may be used
- MC scholarships (e.g., Presidential, Dean’s, Bonner) can NOT be used.
Choose Direct when:
- Your desired location isn’t available via exchange
- You want guaranteed placement in a specific program
- You’re looking for unique academic, internship, or volunteer opportunities
$$ AFFORDABLE ISEP DIRECT PROGRAMS These are programs under $13,000/semester. (before FAFSA aid is considered)
All programs can be found using our Via Global search tool
Argentina
Australia *
Austria
Belgium
Bolivia
Botswana
Brazil
Bulgaria
Canada
Chile
China – Hong Kong
China – Mainland
Colombia
Costa Rica*
Czech Republic
Denmark
Ecuador*
Estonia
Fiji*
Finland
France
French Africa – La Réunion
Germany
Ghana
Greece*
Hungary
Iceland
India*
Indonesia
Italy
Ireland [Bilateral – Maynooth University]
Japan
Korea
Latvia
Lithuania
Malaysia
Malta *
Mexico ***
Morocco
The Netherlands
New Zealand*
Nicaragua ***
Northern Ireland- Irish American Scholars Programme
Norway
Poland
Portugal
Puerto Rico (no passport needed)
Senegal* (summer only)
South Africa
Spain
Sweden
Switzerland
Taiwan
Thailand
Turkey***
United Arab Emirates
United Kingdom**
Uruguay
Vietnam
ISEP-Direct Programs only (features explained above) Guaranteed placement if you meet admissions criteria
** The schools in the UK are competitive sites. you likely want to consider ISEP Direct if you want guaranteed placement
***closed due to U.S. State Department Travel Warning (Mexico: some programs open, others closed based on location)
Do you want to learn a new language? Do you want to be able to effectively communicate in another language? These are the best options if you want to do a semester of language and culture!
French
- ISEP Programs for French Language and Culture
- Universite de Caen, France Language & Culture program (ISEP Exchange)
- Aix-Marseille, France International program (ISEP Exchange)
- Université de Nantes, France Language & Culture Program – I-FLE (ISEP Exchange)
- Université de Franche-Comté Language and Culture Program (ISEP Exchange – Fall only)
- Université Jean Monnet de Saint-Etienne Language & Culture Program (ISEP Exchange – Fall only)
- Université Paul-Valéry Montpellier 3 Language & Culture Program (ISEP Direct)
- Universite de Savoie Mont Blanc Language & Culture Program (ISEP Direct)
Spanish
- ISEP Programs for Spanish Language and Culture
- UPAEP, Mexico Offers a variety of Mexican & Latin American Culture Courses
- Universidad Catolica de Uruguay, Uruguay UCU offers a few select courses especially for international students including service learning, Uruguyan literature, Uruguayan culture and Uruguayan history. One Spanish as a second language course is also included in ISEP benefits. Students may also choose to enroll in the pre-semester intensive Spanish language course, not included in ISEP benefits. Universidad Católica del Uruguay offers courses taught entirely in Spanish in subjects such as business, arts, communications, social sciences, health sciences, psychology and engineering.
- Pontificia Universidad Catolica de Valparaiso, Chile Programa Internacional de Intercambio Estudiantil – Courses for International Students (ISEP Exchange or ISEP Direct)
- Universidad del Salvador, Buenos Aires, Argentina. USAL offers courses on culture and Spanish language courses. (ISEP Exchange & Direct)
- Universidad Blas Pascal Programa de Intercambio Internacional (Semestral), which are Argentine language, history and culture courses for international students. Cordoba, Argentina (ISEP Exchange – fall semester)
- Universidad de Palermo, Buenos Aires, Argentina. Students may also enroll in courses from the Latin American Cultural Identity Program, created especially for international students. Spanish as a second language courses are also available. (ISEP Exchange)
- Universidad de Vigo, Spain Spanish Language & Culture Program in Vigo (ISEP Exchange – Full Year))
- Universidad de Murcia, Spain Spanish Language and Culture + Flexible Course Enrollment (ISEP Direct)
- Universidad de Almeria, Spain Language and Culture Program (ISEP Direct)
German
- Universitat Marburg Intensive German Studies Program (ISEP Direct)
- Many programs may offer 1-2 classes in German language + coursework in English
Japanese
- Nanzan University Center for Japanese Studies Program (ISEP Exchange)
- Toyo University Japanese Language (ISEP Exchange
- Other programs may offer language courses, but not a full semester worth
Chinese
- Providence University, Taiwan (ISEP Exchange) [Mandarin]
- The Chinese University of Hong Kong,Hong Kong (ISEP Exchange) [Cantonese]
Application Deadlines
- April 15 for spring placement
- November 15 for fall placement
- January 15 for summer placement
*****some programs may have only one selection period per year (Nov 15th). Contact the Center for Global Engagement to confirm deadlines.
Please note that the International Programming Committee will accept applications past these deadlines as long as space remains available and will continue to make placements as long as openings remain. But you should do your best to come as close as possible to meeting these deadlines.
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Note: ISEP programs have the following fees in addition to the MC Application fee – ISEP Application Fee*: $100 Deposit: $375
*subject to change without notice
Maryville College partners with ISEP Study Abroad, a global nonprofit connecting students with over 300 universities in 50+ countries.
ISEP Benefits:
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Academic options for all majors
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Opportunities to study, intern, or volunteer abroad
- ISEP programs are immersive and life-changing, allowing students to gain cross-cultural understanding and respect for others.
- Participating in an ISEP program helps build a transformative self-confidence that can only come from an authentic study abroad experience. From an increased openness and respect for different cultures to greater problem-solving and communications skills, the ISEP experience will help you develop highly desirable skillsets that will impact your future both professionally and personally.
- ISEP Exchange: Pay your MC costs, study worldwide
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ISEP Direct: Guaranteed placement in top programs
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Additional scholarships for high-need and underrepresented students
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Full support—before, during, and after your program
Over 95% of ISEP students get placed in one of their top 3 program choices.
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