Study Abroad


The KU School of Social Welfare offers two faculty-led study abroad programs. Students can explore global social work during summer sessions in Costa Rica or Italy.

Check with KU Study Abroad and Global Engagement for upcoming program information, dates and deadlines, application information.

 

Costa Rica Study Abroad

During a two-week, faculty-led study abroad program in Costa Rica, KU social work students explore the country, connect with UCR social work students and hear from leading experts.

International Social Services: A Costa Rican Perspective

During the two-week International Social Services: A Costa Rican Perspective study abroad program, students gain perspective on social services, social change efforts and broader social problems in Costa Rica.

Next program dates: June 5-16, 2024

Program application deadline: February 15, 2024

Language of instruction: English (with opportunities for Spanish-language interactions)

Program faculty: Melinda Lewis, Professor of Practice, School of Social Welfare

Costa Rica Study Abroad Resources

Students and faculty in the Costa Rica social work study abroad program through the University of Kansas School of Social Welfare look up for a group photo at a restaurant in Costa Rica
A group of students in the Costa Rica study abroad program pose outside their class building
KU students and faculty in the Costa Rica social work study abroad program at a restaurant

Italy Study Abroad

During a 12-day, faculty-led study abroad program in Italy, KU students gain an international perspective on social work.
Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II in Milan, Italy

International Social Work: An Italian Perspective

The International Social Work: An Italian Perspective study abroad program focuses on the political, economic and historical context of Italy as it impacts social work education and the delivery of social services.

Next program dates: TBD

Program application deadline: February 15, 2024

Language of instruction: English

Program faculty: Terry Koenig, Professor, School of Social Welfare

Italy Study Abroad Resources

Study Social Work at KU

KU's School of Social Welfare offers social work degree programs at undergraduate, graduate and doctoral levels: BSW, MSW, DSW and PhD. Learn more.