Office of Study Abroad

From semester-long exchanges to faculty-led trips over a few weeks, this is where you’ll find the full lineup of ways to study abroad with UNC Asheville. Browse our exchange partner universities around the world, explore faculty-led programs to places like France, Costa Rica, and the UK, and compare ISEP and affiliate options to find a program that fits your goals, your major, and your budget.

Come be part of a community where you’re known by name, not by number. Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains just outside downtown Asheville, North Carolina, UNC Asheville offers small classes, close relationships with professors, and countless ways to get involved, from D1 athletics and competitive e-sports to campus publications and performance groups. Whether you’re applying as a degree-seeking student or coming through an exchange partnership, our team will guide you through every step, from your application to your visa to your first day on campus. You’ll find not just a quality education here, but a welcoming community to become your second home.

Not studying abroad this semester? You’re still part of the world we build here. Our office is a home away from home for students who aren’t going abroad, students who’ve already returned, and anyone curious about intercultural connection. Cheer on our international student athletes together, join a school visit to share your culture with local kids, gather for festivals and shared meals, or just stop by the office Monday through Friday for a cup of tea, a board game, or a place to do homework alongside new friends. All are welcome, no passport required.