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Study Abroad

Immerse yourself in a new culture, broaden your worldview, gain firsthand experience of different lifestyles, improve your communication skills, and gain confidence with a study abroad opportunity.

ICISP logoOCC has partnered with the Illinois Consortium for International Studies and Programs (ICISP) to provide study abroad experiences across the globe.

 

Programs

We are proud to offer numerous study abroad programs through partnerships with the ICISP.

These programs vary in length from two weeks to three months and provide students with exceptional choices of programming and experiences. No matter what your interests, we can find a program that fits your needs.

Application Due Dates

  • Summer: February 15th
  • Fall: May 15th
  • Winter: October 15th

Summer Programs

Please note that program availability is based on CDC and US Department of State advisories.

Fall and Winter Full Semester Programs

 

Eligibility Requirements

  • 18 years or older
  • 2.5 cumulative GPA (on 4.0 scale)
  • Completion of at least 12 college credits by the time of departure
  • Completion of one college writing course (ENG 1510) with a grade of B or better, by the time of departure

 

Funding For Your Trip

The cost for each trip varies based on location and length of trip. Financial Aid and Scholarship opportunities are available to help offset the cost of your trip. 

Scholarships

 

Information Sessions

Interested in study abroad but have questions and want to find out more? Come join us at an upcoming information session. Information sessions are typically held twice a semester. Upcoming dates will be posted here.

Check out the Presentation from our meeting on January 26, 2026

 

Contact Us

 

 

Frequently Asked Questions

Cost varies by program. Costs can range from $3,000 (Summer programs) to $11,000+ (Semester-long programs).

Yes! Credits vary depending on the number of classes students enroll in.

 Whether you can use financial aid for study abroad really depends on what type of financial aid you have and how many credits are attached. Please work with Financial Aid to review your situation and determine eligibility. 

 

Global Education News

OCC Student Heads for Spain to Study Abroad

February 05, 2026

Morgan Marcale is embarking on an exciting academic adventure, as the first student to participate in a new study abroad program. The 19-year-old is studying at the International College of Seville, in Seville, Spain, for the winter semester, from...

 

Contact Information

Sarah Lemelin, OCC Faculty and ICISP Representative
srlemeli@oaklandcc.edu

Eglee T. Rodríguez Bravo, PhD, OCC Faculty
etrodrig@oaklandcc.edu

 

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