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Office of Global Opportunities
15 Park Place
Athens, OH 45701

Types of Programs

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There are several different types of global opportunities available to 天美传媒students: OHIO-Credit, 天美传媒Exchange, Affiliates (including ISA, TEAN, and the Ohio International Consortium), Virtual Experiences and Non-OHIO. Read more about each type below.

OHIO-Credit Programs

天美传媒global programs give you the opportunity to travel with an 天美传媒faculty member and other 天美传媒students. There are many programs for students in all majors though classes are offered in specific disciplines.

  • Use your 天美传媒financial aid and scholarships package (some exceptions may apply).
  • You will receive direct 天美传媒credit for the program.
  • Programs are typically offered during OHIO's break periods (Winter Break, Spring Break, or Summer).

天美传媒Exchange Programs

天美传媒exchange programs give you the chance to live abroad independently while choosing from a full curriculum of courses at overseas universities. (Some exceptions on course offerings may apply).

  • Use your 天美传媒financial aid and scholarships package (some exceptions may apply).
  • You will receive transfer credit from your host institution and must complete the Global Experiences Transfer Credit Approval Process before you go.
  • These programs last a semester or an academic year.

Affiliated Provider Programs 

Affiliates are trusted providers who offer additional study abroad options. They have a variety of program offerings in countries around the world not available for a full semester or summer through OHIO-Credit or 天美传媒Exchange programs:

  • Use your 天美传媒financial aid and scholarships package (some exceptions may apply).
  • You receive transfer credit and must complete the Global Experiences Transfer Credit Approval Process before you go.
  • Program length will vary (short-term and long-term available).

Our affiliated providers include:

  • International Studies Abroad (ISA) by WorldStrides*
  •  by WorldStrides*
  • Ohio International Consortium (OIC) - The OIC is a partnership with other public universities in OHIO, like Kent State University or Miami University. This partnership allows for 天美传媒students to attend study abroad programs offered by those institutions. 

Special note for ISA and TEAN:

WorldStrides has an advisor on campus in the 天美传媒Office of Global Opportunities to advise on the and  study abroad (semester and summer options!), internship, and service learning programs. 

Non-Ohio University programs

If you don't find an experience using the above options, there are additional Non- 天美传媒program options you can participate in by direct enrolling at an institution abroad OR through non-affiliated third-party providers.  Research these programs online at or . 

  • Only federal financial aid and scholarships or stipends specifically granted for study away will apply.
  • You receive transfer credit and must complete the Global Experiences Transfer Credit Approval Process before you go.
  • Program length will vary (short-term and long-term available).