OIA Study Away Program

Your Passport to U.S. Culture Starts Here

The Office of International Affairs, Study Away Program is designed for students with limited domestic travel experience, providing short-term Faculty/Staff-Led opportunities to explore unique regions of the United States. This initiative aims to broaden students’ perspectives by immersing them in diverse cultural, historical, and social environments within the U.S., serving as a stepping stone toward future international experiences. 

Students

Passport to Global Citizenship: Cultural Immersion and Conversation (PGC) -  May 2026

Program Overview
PGC is a new study away program designed to deepen students’ understanding of global cultures and international relations. Led by the Office of International Affairs, participants will explore diverse perspectives through curated museum and embassy tours, offering unique insights into cultural heritage and diplomacy.

The program includes attending the Howard University Symposium on Internationalization, where students will engage in thought-provoking discussions on global issues and international collaboration.

Project Component
As part of the experience, students will create a comprehensive presentation that critically examines how global engagement influences and enhances the Aggie experience. This project challenges students to synthesize insights gained from museum and embassy tours, symposium participation, and other program activities. They will analyze the importance of global citizenship within their academic journey, campus culture, and future professional roles.

Students will present their findings during International Education Week (November 16 - 20), hosted by the Office of International Affairs, contributing to a campus-wide conversation that highlights the value of international perspectives and encourages the Aggie community to embrace a globally connected mindset.

Program Outcome
By participating in this program, students will develop a deep understanding of global citizenship, the awareness, mindset, and responsibility that come with being an active member of a diverse, interconnected world.

Global citizenship involves recognizing and respecting cultural differences, engaging thoughtfully with international issues, and contributing positively to communities beyond one’s own borders. Through cultural immersion, critical dialogue, and reflective projects, students will cultivate skills such as empathy, adaptability, and cross-cultural communication that are essential for success in today’s global society.

Program Logistics

  • Duration: May 1-3, 2026

  • Location: Washington, D.C.

  • Eligibility: 

    • Open to both domestic and international students.

    • Must be a freshman, sophomore, or junior.

    • Domestic students must be Pell Grant recipients and have never traveled abroad.

    • International students must have limited travel experience outside their home country as well as limited domestic travel experience in the U.S.

    • Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5.

    • No active disciplinary sanctions.

  • Cost:

    • Students will be responsible for their own flight, hotel, transportation, and meals.
    • Students will share a hotel room with another student of the same gender.
    • Tentative costs: Flight – $400, Hotel – $75 per night.
    • Application Dates: Please apply by Friday, February 6, 2026

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Stepping Into History: Civil Rights Experience February 2026

A Signature Staff-Guided Tour led by a professional docent

We are inviting 15 students to join the Office of International Affairs on a guided visit to the historic
International Civil Rights enter & Museum in Greensboro, NC.


This is a valuable and enriching experience to explore U.S. civil rights history, engage in meaningful
dialogue, and connect with fellow students from diverse backgrounds.


The OIA will be paying for your ticket and transportation will be provided to and from the museum via the Aggie Shuttle.

Eligibility:

  • Open to both domestic and international students.

  • Must be a 2nd Year freshman, sophomore, or junior.

  • Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5.

  • No active disciplinary sanctions.

Date: Saturday, February 7, 2026

We will Department from the campus at 12:15 pm

We will return back to campus at 2:30 pm

  • Application Dates: Please apply by January 19, 2026. If you are selected you will be notified by Friday January 23, 2026.  Thank you 

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NCAIE  Conference:  2026

Program Overview

Global Leadership and International Engagement Conference

Program Outcome

This conference is ideal for students passionate about working across cultures and expanding their global mindset. Students from all backgrounds will come together to learn from one another, share experiences, and build meaningful connections. Through this experience, participants will gain knowledge and relationships that inspire deeper engagement in global leadership and exchange.

Program Logistics( This information will be shared at a later date since the conference team has not released it yet.. )

  • Duration: 

  • Location: 

  • Eligibility: 

    • Open to both domestic and international students.

    • Must be a freshman, sophomore, or junior.

    • Domestic students must be Pell Grant recipients and have never traveled abroad.

    • International students must have limited travel experience outside their home country as well as limited domestic travel experience in the U.S.

    • Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5.

    • No active disciplinary sanctions.

  • Cost: Students are responsible for their meals and incidentals. The OIA will cover conference and travel expenses.

  • Application Dates:  Please apply by February 2, 2026

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