Upcoming Programs – Faculty Led Study Abroad

Advanced Counseling Theory & Multicultural Systems Abroad

Step into the birthplace of modern counseling! This 2-week study abroad course takes you to Vienna, Austria, where you’ll explore the roots of counseling and psychotherapy while gaining hands-on experience through mentorship, process groups, and real-world practice. Along the way, you’ll build your counselor identity, grow cross-cultural connections, and return with fresh global perspectives that will shape your future in the profession.

Prerequisites

Undergraduate Students

Graduate Students

Note: This program is also open to alumni of Sac State’s counseling program.

July 11 – 21, 2027

$4142 includes:

Students will be responsible for their own air transportation arrangements and cost.

Join our immersive study abroad program in Nanjing, China, and earn 3 units through CHIN 199: Special Problems. Over two transformative weeks, you’ll engage in content-based Chinese language lessons led by expert instructors at Nanjing University each morning. Afternoons are packed with enriching cultural activities and field trips, exploring the history, arts, cuisine, and vibrant local communities of Nanjing. Plus, a weekend tour to Yangzhou will give you insight into one of China’s historical economic hubs. Don’t miss this chance to align your academic goals with a once-in-a-lifetime cultural adventure!

May 30 – June 12, 2027

CHIN 1B or equivalent

$1821 includes:

Students will be responsible for their own air transportation arrangements and cost.

This PUBH 190 study abroad program to beautiful Costa Rica is designed to allow students to experience a unique culture first-hand and view a different society through the lens of health, risk prevention, and wellbeing. You will develop the knowledge and tools to be a more effective public health practitioner who views the world through a more comprehensive and culturally aware lens.

July 11 – 19, 2027

$4631 includes:

Students will be responsible for their own air transportation arrangements and cost.

A Week of Rhetoric at Labastide

Spend a week at the La Muse Writer’s Retreat in France studying the writing of an individual theorist, inspired by the beautiful scenery of the Occitanie Mountains. The COMS 168 curriculum will be based in intense rhetorical theory, and will be reinforced by their surrounding environment where the French resistance took place.

May 29 – June 8, 2027

$2808 includes:

Students will be responsible for their own air transportation arrangements and cost.

FREN 199 – French Civilization

Experience the art, culture, and flavors of southern France! This 15-day faculty-led program takes students through the French Riviera and Provence, combining academic learning with visits to museums, galleries, perfumeries, historic villages, and iconic destinations such as Nice, Monaco, and Cannes. Discover the region’s rich history, artistic heritage, breathtaking scenery, and celebrated cuisine while experiencing French culture firsthand.

June 11 – 24, 2027

$3942 includes:

Students will be responsible for their own air transportation arrangements and cost.

ART 160 – Special Topics in Art Studio

Experience Ireland through art, culture, and place! This 10-day faculty-led program invites students to explore Ireland’s breathtaking landscapes, archaeology, mythology, folklore, and history. Through visits to culturally significant sites, art workshops, studio visits, and sketchbook activities, students will draw inspiration from Ireland’s rich heritage and create original artwork reflecting their journey.

July 1 – Aug. 15, 2027

(in Ireland July 18 – 28)

$4292 includes:

Students will be responsible for their own air transportation arrangements and cost.

Exploring the History and Culture of Naples and Rome

Immerse yourself in the rich history and vibrant culture of Naples and Rome! Explore iconic landmarks and hidden gems while gaining hands-on experience with ancient artifacts and monuments in museums and archaeological sites. Enhance your critical thinking, research, analytical and communication skills as you delve into the ancient heritage that shapes modern Italian culture and its arts, such as classic Italian cinema, and witness how Italy’s legacy influences contemporary values and practices.

This transformative journey promises to enrich your academic and personal growth, providing a unique opportunity to see the world through the lens of history and broaden your horizons. Embrace the chance to internationalize your education with our unforgettable HIST 112/ITAL 104A study abroad program in Italy.

May 25 – June 30, 2027

(in Italy May 27 – June 6, 2027)

$4295* includes:

Students will be responsible for their own air transportation arrangements and cost.

* Current Sac State students will receive a $600 reimbursement after program fees are paid.

Green Shinshu: Sustainable management of food, agriculture and environment at Shinshu University (Internship)

Through the 2027 summer program at Shinshu University in Japan, you will gain first-hand experience in understanding global food production and distribution processes, fostering a deeper appreciation for diverse agricultural practices and their socio-economic and environmental impacts.

May 24 – June 6, 2027 

(Students must check in the guesthouse in Matsumoto City, Nagano prefecture, on May 25 and check out on June 6, 2027.)

All participants are required to attend pre-departure workshops.

No prior Japanese language proficiency is required. However, familiarity with the Japanese language and cultural knowledge will be helpful during the program. Students with higher proficiency are also encouraged to participate, but the program is designed to be inclusive for beginners.

Two options – a 3-unit or a 1-unit – are available for this program. Both include:

Students will be responsible for their own air transportation arrangements and cost.

Additional Learning Opportunity

An optional four-day internship in rural Japan will be offered after the program for an additional fee of $380. More details, including the internship location, will be announced at a later date.

Please contact Professor Masuyama to learn more about this program.

Art 5: Art on Site

Spend 10 days exploring art in Mexico City, from Aztec sculpture to muralism and beyond. Through this GE Area C course, you will not only learn about Diego Rivera, Frida Kahlo and other famous modern artists, but also emerging contemporary artists. Trip highlights include visits to Kahlo’s Casa Azul, the ancient city of Teotihuacan, the floating gardens of Xochimilco, and many artist studios across this bustling metropolis. No previous art coursework required.

June 1 – July 11, 2027

(in Mexico City June 14 – 23, 2027)

$4117 includes:

Students will be responsible for their own air transportation arrangements and cost.

Discover human development through a new cultural perspective in Barcelona! 

Through coursework, guided observations, reflective activities, and interactions with Spanish academics, you’ll explore how culture shapes human development and education. A visit to a local classroom will bring your learning to life as you connect developmental theories to real-world settings while strengthening your critical-thinking, writing, and intercultural skills.

May 24 – July 2, 2027

(in Spain June 15 – 24, 2027)

$4345 includes:

Students will be responsible for their own air transportation arrangements and cost.