Study Abroad Programs
Brown's programs in 14 countries span the globe and offer opportunities for students from all academic backgrounds, In partnership with Brown faculty, the OIP has created semester and year-long programs that challenge students to step outside of their comfort zones and forge a new identity in their host community. With so many great opportunities available, you may want to start by reviewing our recommendations for finding the program that's right for you.
Getting Started
Browse Programs
Use the links below to explore the many options that Brown programs provide. If you would like to see additional options for study abroad programs, please see the Approved Alternative Programs list. You may also want to read about the differences between Brown and Approved programs. That and more information about your study abroad options are available in the Resources section.
Search for Programs
You may also wish to search for a study abroad program using criteria such as Concentration, Region, or Country. Please note that the concentration search only serves as a rough guide. You will need to consult with the program provider and your concentration provider to confirm that the coursework offered by the program will be accepted for credit by your concentration's department.
Brown Study Abroad Programs
BARBADOS
BRIDGETOWN
BRAZIL
RIO DE JANEIRO
CUBA
HAVANA
| Casa de Las Américas |
| A maximum of ten students are allowed to participate on this program. Minimum of HISP0600 required. This is a fall semester only program. |
| Eligibility | Open to Brown students only. |
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| Duration | Semester |
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| Language | Spanish |
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CZECH REPUBLIC
PRAGUE
DENMARK
COPENHAGEN
FRANCE
LYON
PARIS
SAINT DENIS
GERMANY
BERLIN
TüBINGEN
INDIA
NEW DELHI
| St. Stephen's College |
| Space is limited. |
| Eligibility | Open to all university students. |
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| Duration | Fall/Year |
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| Language | English |
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ITALY
BOLOGNA
JAPAN
KYOTO
TOKYO
| Keio University |
| Students are expected to have successfully completed a minimum of Japanese 40 (or higher) and demonstrated a strong proficiency in reading. Students interested in applying to the program should schedule an appointment with Yuko Jackson, Sr. Lecturer in East Asian Studies (333 Brook Street, Room 307) to discuss language proficiency issues relating to the Keio program. |
| Eligibility | Open to Brown students only. |
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| Duration | Spring/Year |
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| Language | Japanese |
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SPAIN
BARCELONA
| Universitat de Barcelona, Universitat Autónoma de Barcelona, Universitat Pompeu Fabra |
| If you are applying from one of the Consortium member institutions (The University of Chicago, Northwestern University, Cornell University, Harvard University and Princeton University) please apply through your study abroad office. Applications from non-brown/non-consortium students may be considered provided space is available. |
| Eligibility | Open to all university students. |
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| Duration | Sem/Year |
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| Language | Spanish |
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SWEDEN
STOCKHOLM
TANZANIA
DAR ES SALAAM
UNITED KINGDOM
ABERYSTWYTH
BIRMINGHAM
BRIGHTON
| University of Sussex |
| Fall Semester + Pre-Session = 4 Brown Credits |
| Eligibility | Open to Brown students only. |
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| Duration | Sem/Year |
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| Language | English |
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BRISTOL
| University of Bristol |
| Spring entry not open for Economics, Accounting, and Law |
| Eligibility | Open to Brown students only. |
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| Duration | Year/Limited Spring Entry |
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| Language | English |
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CAMBRIDGE
| Cambridge University, New Hall College |
| A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.75 and a strong background in relevant subjects are required to be considered for admission. |
| Eligibility | Open to Brown students only. |
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| Duration | Year |
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| Language | English |
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| Cambridge University, Pembroke College |
| A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.75 and a strong background in relevant subjects are required to be considered for admission. |
| Eligibility | Open to Brown students only. |
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| Duration | Year/Limited Spring Entry |
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| Language | English |
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COVENTRY
| University of Warwick |
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| Eligibility | Open to Brown students only. |
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| Duration | Year/Limited Semester Entry |
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| Language | English |
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DURHAM
EDINBURGH
| University of Edinburgh |
| Students receive only 3 Brown credits for the fall semester program, unless enrolled in the Political Internship Programme. |
| Eligibility | Open to Brown students only. |
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| Duration | Sem/Year |
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| Language | English |
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EGHAM, SURREY
GLASGOW
| University of Glasgow |
| Fall Semester + Pre-Session = 4 Brown Credits |
| Eligibility | Open to Brown students only. |
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| Duration | Sem/Year |
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| Language | English |
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LANCASTER
| Lancaster University |
| Fall semester + Pre-Session = 4 Brown Credits |
| Eligibility | Open to Brown students only. |
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| Duration | Sem/Year |
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| Language | English |
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LEEDS
LONDON
| King's College London |
| To be considered for admission, a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.3 is required. King's College offers a special program for Pre-Med students. King's also offers the opportunity to study at two of the world's premier locations for theatre: Shakespeare's Globe and the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art for the full year or spring semester. Computer Science courses are closed to students studying at King's College for the fall semester only. The Chemistry Department will only accept full-year students. The English Department is closed for spring semester entry. |
| Eligibility | Open to Brown students only. |
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| Duration | Sem/Year |
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| Language | English |
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| London School of Economics & Political Science |
| A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.3 is required to be considered for admission. If you are applying to departments or predominantly listing courses that are quantitatively based (i.e. economics, accounting and finance, mathematics and statistics) LSE is typically looking for a 3.5 or better in related courses, including higher level calculus and linear algebra. |
| Eligibility | Open to Brown students only. |
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| Duration | Year |
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| Language | English |
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| University College London |
| A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.3 is normally expected, but some departments expect at least 3.5 and a good background in relevant subjects. |
| Eligibility | Open to Brown students only. |
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| Duration | Sem/Year |
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| Language | English |
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MANCHESTER
| University of Manchester |
| Please see Linda Brault at OIP for limited spring entry. |
| Eligibility | Open to Brown students only. |
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| Duration | Year/Limited Spring Entry |
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| Language | English |
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OXFORD
| Oxford University, Lady Margaret Hall |
| A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5 and a strong background in relevant subjects are required to be considered for admission. |
| Eligibility | Open to Brown students only. |
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| Duration | Year/Limited Spring Entry |
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| Language | English |
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| Oxford University, Mansfield College |
| A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5 and a strong background in relevant subjects are required to be considered for admission. |
| Eligibility | Open to Brown students only. |
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| Duration | Year |
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| Language | English |
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| Oxford University, Pembroke College |
| A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5 and a strong background in relevant subjects are required to be considered for admission. |
| Eligibility | Open to Brown students only. |
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| Duration | Year |
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| Language | English |
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| Oxford University, St. Anne's College |
| A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5 and a strong background in relevant subjects are required to be considered for admission. |
| Eligibility | Open to Brown students only. |
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| Duration | Year/Limited Spring Entry |
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| Language | English |
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| Oxford University, St. Edmund Hall |
| A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5 and a strong background in relevant subjects are required to be considered for admission. |
| Eligibility | Open to Brown students only. |
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| Duration | Year/Limited Spring Entry |
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| Language | English |
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| Oxford University, St. Peter's College |
| A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5 and a strong background in relevant subjects are required to be considered for admission. |
| Eligibility | Open to Brown students only. |
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| Duration | Year |
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| Language | English |
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READING
ST. ANDREWS
YORK
| University of York |
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| Eligibility | Open to Brown students only. |
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| Duration | Spring/Year |
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| Language | English |
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