Rockhurst University students are encouraged to study abroad through accredited programs that open the classroom door to the world. A variety of well-established programs is available in many locations around the world through several affiliated universities and study abroad providers.
In addition to the numerous programs available through study abroad providers, Rockhurst offers faculty-led international study programs through various academic departments to several countries, including Greece, Spain, England, Italy, and others. For more information, please email your questions to the Study Abroad Office.
Join Us for Sardinia, Italy, 2027!
Cagliari & Oglisatra
Join Rockhurst faculty and students on this adventure to an island in the Mediterranean Sea! Study wellness and daily life in a place where people are known for living long, healthy lives — and experience it firsthand. Think swimming and snorkeling in clear water, walking through small villages, sharing long meals, and learning how food, community, movement, and culture all connect.
Study Abroad Programs
Why Study Abroad?
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Impact on GPA
Study abroad alumni saw their GPAs rise twice as quickly as a result of going abroad compared to those who did not. (per EFSA)
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Résumé Building
92% of employers seek the skills and traits students develop in study abroad settings.
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Job Security
93% of students who studied abroad and entered the workforce were employed within 6 months of graduation, compared to 49% of those who did not study abroad.
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Salary
Students who travel tend to have higher salaries than those who don’t.
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Critical Skill Development
Confidence, curiosity, empathy, self-awareness, global perspective, cultural knowledge, adaptability, relatability, leadership
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International Exposure
Exposure outside of the U.S. strengthens connections between classmates, locations, and the world, helping to make one a global citizen.
Past RU Student Study Abroad Trips
Germany/Czechia
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The Spring 2025 Short Term Study Abroad Trip was to Munich, Germany, and Prague, Czechia/Czech Republic. Travel began after the spring semester ended, but before the summer session began. Participants explored the rich history, culture, and architecture of both cities through guided tours and academic activities.
Greece
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In 2024, Rockhurst University students embarked on a trip of a lifetime to Greece,
taking in the Greek culture while pursuing academic opportunities.
Spain
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Past trips to Spain have included day trips to El Escorial and Segovia, language and culture classes in Málaga, weekend excursions to Córdoba and Grenada, as well as Extremadura and Roman ruins.
Questions About Studying Abroad?
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