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Carthage ranks 8th in U.S. for short-term study abroad
While hundreds of its students fan out across the world to learn during the 2025 J-Term, Carthage has received national recognition for its incredibly popular study tours.
Carthage ranks No. 8 among schools in its category with the most students participating in short-term study abroad, according to a new “Open Doors” report from the Institute of International Education.
The report compares nationwide data from 2022-23, the most recent year for which complete enrollment figures are available. Professor Erik Kulke, director of education abroad for the College, says the participation numbers reflect society’s gradual resumption of international travel in the post-pandemic years.
“The fact that we’re starting to see more students return to these opportunities is a testament to Carthage’s hard-working faculty, who have been organizing and leading high-impact study tours for a long time,” he says. “By traveling, engaging with the local cultures and languages, and interacting with in-country experts, our students can experience a transformation that few other schools can equal.”
Between the study tours offered during the traditional J-Term session in January and those held in summer, Carthage professors annually teach courses in more than a dozen global locations. The 2025 destinations include notable sites in Central and South America, Africa, Europe, and Asia.
Those looking to immerse themselves more deeply in a particular culture can take classes abroad for a semester (or even longer) through one of the College’s affiliated programs. In line with Carthage’s 4-Year Graduation Guarantee, students can consult with their advisors to map out a schedule that allows them room to study abroad and still finish on time.
A variety of experiential learning scholarships are available to help offset the cost of a J-Term study tour or a longer stay.