Types of Programs

The University of West Georgia offers multiple types of program options. From Faculty-Led to Exchange Programs, from a week to a year, we are confident we have an option that will work for you. Explore the various types of programs below and contact the Office of Education Abroad if you have any questions!

Program Types Explained

UWG-Faculty-Led Programs

Your Passport to Local and Global Learning

Study Away Programs (USA):

  • Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of domestic cultures without needing a passport.
  • Led and taught by UWG faculty, these programs offer intercultural experiences right here in the USA.
  • Past examples include captivating adventures like "History in New York City" or "Cultural Immersion in Puerto Rico."

️Study Abroad Programs:

  • Jet-set across the globe with international travel experiences that require a passport.
  • Led by our esteemed faculty, these programs transcend borders, offering educational exploration worldwide.
  • Choose from annual offerings in various disciplines, with durations ranging from one week to one month.

Features:

  • Led and taught by UWG faculty.
  • Annual offerings in various disciplines.
  • Duration: 1 week to 1 month.

Explore UWG-Faculty-Led Programs

University System of Georgia Goes Global (USGGG)

Summer Adventures with a Statewide Twist

Features:

  • Join summer programs alongside students and faculty from across the entire University System of Georgia.
  • Duration: 1 to 6 weeks, offering flexibility to suit your schedule.
  • Enroll in UWG classes and earn valuable UWG credit.

Discover USGGG Programs

Exchange Programs

Your Semester Abroad Awaits

Features:

  • Unlock the world with international partners on every continent.
  • Pay tuition at UWG, earning valuable UWG course credit.
  • Experience life as an international student, broadening your horizons and perspectives.

Embark on UWG Exchange Programs