Each program has individual eligibility requirements, which may include academic standing, course prerequisites, and/or language proficiency (for language immersion programs). The Office of International Programs will work closely with each student to select an appropriate program for the student's needs and interests, however, it is the student's responsibility to make certain that they meet any eligibility requirements specific to the program to which they are applying.
Credit received for courses taken abroad through approved programs transfers directly and completely to Wofford. With the appropriate permission, credit may be applied to major requirements as well as to general education or minor course requirements. Grades earned overseas are computed into the grade point average. Students may not earn credit for virtual/online courses (this does not include courses that temporarily transition to a virtual/online format due to student/instructor illness or injury).
Students pay the same Wofford College tuition, room and board for any approved study abroad semester program. Need and merit-based aid will also apply toward these costs. To further its commitment to eliminating financial barriers to global learning, the college will provide a $3,000 allowance to each student studying abroad for a full semester to assist with out-of-pocket expenses that can accompany these experiences. These expenses may include airfare, passport or visa fees, required immunizations, meals (often not included), textbooks, supplemental course fees, independent travel and other daily living expenses. This policy applies only to semester and year-long programs. For additional information, please see the Off Campus Study Billing FAQs. Students are also eligible for special travel grants and program scholarships to apply towards study abroad expenses. For information on scholarship opportunities, click here.
Wofford College is affiliated with several study abroad organizations, and each offers a variety of yearlong, semester, Interim, and summer programs. The majority of our programs offer coursework taught in English, though we also offer a variety of language immersion programs for eligible students who need/want to study abroad in a foreign language. To browse our programs, click here.
Housing options vary by program but may include residence halls, homestays, apartments, and residential learning communities. Wofford College requires that students stay in program-approved accommodations and will not permit students to live in housing that has not been fully vetted by our partners overseas.