About Education Abroad

For more than 50 years, Portland State University’s Education Abroad Office has connected students with academic opportunities around the world. We offer a wide range of credit-bearing opportunities, including study abroad programs in a variety of formats, international exchanges, internships, Capstone experiences, and faculty-led programs.

Programs are available to undergraduate, post-baccalaureate, and graduate students across a wide range of academic disciplines, with options ranging from 10 days to a full academic year abroad.

We also work closely with PSU faculty and staff to develop and deliver short-term faculty-led programs, providing support from initial program development through implementation.

Mission Statement

The Education Abroad Office contributes to the internationalization of the Portland State University campus by providing academically relevant and accessible opportunities abroad for all students, faculty, and staff. Through collaboration with campus departments and partners, we work to empower all participants to explore, experience, and engage as globally responsible citizens.

Volunteer with Education Abroad

The Education Abroad Office offers a variety of volunteer opportunities. Examples include assisting with outreach and marketing, program promotion, research and special projects, social media and communications, and peer mentoring if you have studied abroad. Volunteers may also help with events such as our annual Education Abroad Fair in November, International Education Week, information sessions, and other campus outreach events.

If you’d like to learn more about volunteer opportunities with Education Abroad, please schedule an appointment with Skye Clifford.

If you are interested in volunteering as part of an internship, course, or class project, let us know and we will do our best to accommodate any specific requirements.

All volunteers are required to complete a Volunteer Appointment Letter and Waiver. You do not need to be a current PSU student to volunteer.