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Welcome Global Mustangs!

 

Thank you for joining us on your global education adventure! We are passionate about opportunities that allow for Learn by Doing in a global context and want to share with you the many opportunities to study abroad and away through Cal Poly!

IMPORTANT UPDATES


STUDY ABROAD FAIR RETURNS SEPTEMBER 03

Discover hundreds of Cal Poly study abroad/away programs at our 2026 Study Abroad Fair on September 03 from 10am - 2pm at the Kennedy Library Courtyard.  


FINALS WEEK STUDY ABROAD ADVISING
We will be offering both in-person and virtual study abroad advising during finals week. View hours and advising options on our Advising Resources webpage.

Have a quick question? Email studyabroad@calpoly.edu.
HEALTH & SAFETY UPDATES
All students, staff and faculty should review the Health & Safety Updates before traveling abroad. (Updated 3/4/2026)

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Getting Started


Faculty and Staff

Whether you want to explore international professional development opportunities, propose new programs, or bring international visitors to campus, we are here to support you. Click on the resources for faculty & staff in the left navigation menu specific to your interests and contact us if you have further questions.

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Steps to Study Abroad 

It's never too early to start planning for study abroad, and the International Center is here to help you every step of the way! Learn about each phase of the study abroad process, and click the infographic to the right to begin your own journey to study abroad.


 

Study Abroad Program Types


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The International Center offers hundreds of approved programs across more than 75 countries, including multi-country options. Use the resources in the left menu to explore opportunities that match your interests, whether you're interested in for-credit approved study abroad programs, non-credit international travel experiences, and/or internships abroad. Click the handout to the left to learn more about the different approved programs we offer! You can also click the links below to learn more about our most popular types of study abroad/away experiences. We're here to help you every step of the way!   

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