Study Abroad

See the world, change your life

Students at the Chaplin School have the opportunity to study abroad in just about any of the growing and major markets in the world. Immerse yourself in different cultures and increase global awareness and employability domestically and abroad.

Explore funding opportunities to pay for your study abroad program! Visit the Fund Your Study Abroad Program page for details about scholarship opportunities.

Read about FIU Chaplin School students’ experiences on their Study Abroad Blogs.

Available Programs

Hospitality in Prague
Fall D/Winter: December 15–23, 2024
Explore historical sites, stunning landscapes, and Christmas markets in Prague, Czech Republic. This study abroad program is open to students of all majors at FIU.
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See where we have been! Learn more about our past programs.

Coming Soon

Hospitality in Costa Rica
Fall D/Winter 2024
Explore the coffee industry through our partnership with Lavazza during this all-inclusive program. Learn about coffee & sustainability including how they each affect the local economy, travel, and tourism.
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Brazil River Cruise
Fall D/Winter 2024
Enjoy an exciting study abroad opportunity on a Brazilian River Cruise.
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Hospitality in the Caribbean
Spring Break: Feb. 24–March 2, 2025
Enjoy Spring Break in the Caribbean while learning about resort management & operations management at the Beaches & Sandals all-inclusive resorts.
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Hospitality at Sea (HAS)—Europe
Summer A 2025
Live the Dream! Join us for a transatlantic voyage while completing 6 hospitality credits (undergraduate or graduate).
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Hospitality in Genoa
Summer A 2025
Explore several regions in Italy while exploring the hospitality industry in Genoa, Florence, Milan, Pisa, Rome, Turin, and more!
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Hospitality in London
Summer A 2025
Discover London's charm firsthand on a study abroad program exploring the city's rich cultural tapestry and their tourism industry.
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Safari in Africa (Tanzania)
Summer B 2025
Experience Tanzania's breathtaking landscapes and wildlife up close on an unforgettable study abroad program, featuring an exhilarating safari adventure.
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Australia or New Zealand
Summer B 2025
Join a captivating study abroad program in Australia or New Zealand, where students explore the hospitality industry in the land “down under.”
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Other Opportunities

Other FIU Experiences
At FIU, providing our students with a Worlds Ahead experience while preparing them for the global market is one of our top priorities. As such, numerous FIU Panthers partake in other educational experiences abroad that may be facilitated by other offices/departments on campus.
Virtual Options at FIU
FIU is offering this fantastic opportunity for students who would like to get international experience but cannot travel abroad due to the current world-health situation. Explore the different options and see how affordable and how convenient this opportunity is.
Get AHEAD
Study abroad participants may earn A Hospitality Education Abroad Designation (AHEAD) by completing at least nine (9) credits during one or more Chaplin School study abroad programs.
Global Learning Medallion
The Global Learning Medallion is an interactive, participatory program designed to enhance your global awareness, global perspective, and attitude of global engagement. Completion of the program offers evidence and recognition of your specific achievements and experiences to employers and graduate schools.

International Student Exchange

With the International Student Exchange (ISE) Program, you can attend any one of our partner schools throughout the world. The ISE offers you true immersion since you’ll be living and studying in your host country for the Fall or Spring semester, or both! You pay your FIU tuition for ISE, which means any scholarships or financial aid that you receive can go towards your study abroad experience. To learn more, visit International Student Exchange.

Other study abroad opportunities

Students can choose to participate in a non-FIU or outside study abroad program. These third-party programs are not offered by FIU. It could mean directly enrolling in a foreign institution, participating in a program through a different U.S. university, or participating in a 3rd party provider program. If you are interested in participating in a third-party program, you must apply through the Office of Study Abroad to have your program reviewed for approval to accept/apply your credits at FIU.

Past Study Abroad Programs

2024

Hospitality in Athens, Greece
Embark on an unforgettable educational journey exploring the rich history, culture, and stunning landscapes of Athens, Delphi, and Aegina. Immersive yourself into the heart of ancient and modern Greece by learning to make feta & tasting the cuisine and wines of the region.
Hospitality in Japan
Summer A: June 1–10, 2024
Engage in a full-immersion journey to Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka. Discover the culture, customs, etiquette, and cuisine of Japan.
Hospitality in Genoa
Summer A: May 7–21, 2024
Explore several regions in Italy while exploring the hospitality industry in Genoa, Florence, Milan, Pisa, Rome, Turin, and more!
Hospitality at Sea (HAS)—Europe
Summer A: April 22–May 7, 2024
Live the Dream! Join us for a 14-night transatlantic cruise from Fort Lauderdale to Amsterdam aboard Celebrity’s Silhouette while completing 6 hospitality credits (undergraduate or graduate).
Hospitality in the Caribbean
Sandals Resorts in Negril, Jamaica
Spring Break: February 26–March 3, 2024
Enjoy Spring Break in Negril, Jamaica while learning about resort management & operations management at the Beaches & Sandals all-inclusive resorts.
Read about our students’ experiences in their blogs from the trip.

2023

Food & Culture in Florence, Italy
December 15–23, 2023
Examine the food, wine, and traditions of Italy from a historical, cultural and culinary perspective through lectures, hands-on cooking labs, tastings and site visits in Florence.
Tokyo, Japan
May 27–June 5, 2023
Engage in a full-immersion journey to discover the culture, customs, etiquette, business, hospitality, food, and beverages of Tokyo.
Genoa, Italy
May 7–20, 2023
Explore several regions in Italy while exploring the hospitality industry in Genoa, Florence, Milan, Pisa, Rome, Turin, and more!
Hospitality at Sea—Europe (HAS-Europe)
April 22–May 7, 2023
Live the Dream! Join us for a 14-night transatlantic cruise from Fort Lauderdale to Rome aboard Odyssey of the Seas while completing 6 hospitality credits (undergraduate or graduate).
Read about the students' experiences on the blog!
Sandals Resorts in Jamaica
Spring Break: February 27–March 5, 2023
Enjoy Spring Break in Jamaica while learning about resort management & operations management at the Beaches & Sandals all-inclusive resorts.
Read about the students' experiences on the blog!
Costa Rica
January 2–8, 2023
Explore the coffee industry through our partnership with Lavazza during this all-inclusive program. Learn about coffee & sustainability including how they each affect the local economy, travel, and tourism.

2022

Hospitality at Sea—South America
Live the dream! Join your Chaplin School faculty on a 14-day voyage on Holland America's Oosterdam from Chile to Argentina while completing 6 hospitality credits (graduate or undergraduate).

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