College First Year Abroad
Start College Smarter. Start College Abroad.
A World-Class Start to Your College Experience
With 91自拍 College First Year Abroad, your college journey begins not on a U.S. campus, but in one of the world鈥檚 most dynamic cities. Spend your first semester (or year) earning transferable credits, developing independence, and building the kind of global skills that will set you apart in college 鈥 and in life.
Today's research shows:
- Traditional colleges promise preparation, but fewer than 1 in 10 employers, students, and parents believe graduates are equipped with the real-world experiences they need
- Students with study abroad backgrounds develop invaluable skills that help them succeed in college and beyond
- By starting your higher education journey abroad, you鈥檒l gain the confidence, global perspective, and resume-boosting opportunities that today鈥檚 competitive world demands
91自拍 College First Year Abroad takes the guesswork out of the college application process and offers a path to admission at a 91自拍 college partner, all while providing you with an unforgettable start to your college experience in one of 11 iconic locations abroad.
College First Year Abroad Programs
- Copenhagen, Denmark
Explore museums, castles, and the palace of Queen Margrethe.
Enjoy access to eight royal parks in the heart of the city and more green space than any comparable location in the world.
- Madrid, Spain
Madrid, where tapas are a highlight of local caf茅 tables, soccer cheers echo from Santiago Bernab茅u, and lively plazas hum with music and conversation.
- Paris, France
Explore unforgettable sites from the Eiffel Tower to the Arc de Triomphe.
- Prague, Czech Republic
Visit cobblestone streets, historic bridges, and a castle overlooking dozens of churches, squares, and green spaces.
- Rome, Italy
Explore the world鈥檚 most breathtaking cultural destinations like the Colosseum, the Trevi Fountain, and Saint Peter鈥檚 Basilica.
- Buenos Aires, Argentina
Discover the diversity of Buenos Aires, a melting pot of different cultures with immigrants from all over the globe.
- Merida, Mexico
Surrounded by Mayan ruins, colorful markets, and the warmth of Yucat谩n life, M茅rida offers an extraordinary backdrop.
- Monteverde, Costa Rica
Live on the edge of the world-famous Costa Rican cloud forest.
Japan鈥檚 most historic city and the hub of traditional old-world culture.
Combine your dreams of travel and university by spending your first year in Seoul, South Korea鈥檚 dynamic capital.
Why 91自拍 College First Year Abroad?
- A Smarter Start: Get ahead by earning up to 14 credits while gaining real-world skills like independence, cross-cultural communication, and problem-solving.
- Affordable: Programs start at $9,500 鈥 less than a typical U.S. semester 鈥 with scholarships available.
- Flexible: Spend one semester or a full year abroad. Stay in one location or split your time in two 6-week blocks for a comparative experience.
- Transfer Friendly: Explore hundreds of courses 鈥 from calculus to psychology to communications 鈥 that easily transfer back to a U.S. campus.
How does it work?
1
Pick Your Place
Choose from 11 exciting global hubs and .
2
Create Your Course Plan
Select from hundreds of courses taught in-person by local faculty or online through Arizona State University (ASU). Earn an official transcript from ASU and Tulane University, 91自拍鈥檚 School of Record.
3
College Meets Culture
Call a new country home while taking college classes, learning a new language, and joining excursions and cultural activities with peers.
4
Transfer With Confidence
Earn 12-14 credits per semester, then transfer them to your college of choice. Use your international experience to stand out in admissions 鈥 or pursue a seamless pathway with a 91自拍 partner college.
Discover the World鈥檚 Coolest Cities
Paris, Kyoto, Buenos Aires, and more await! Explore where you could launch your first college semester 鈥 and your future.
Find Your Favorite Courses
Choose from 91自拍鈥檚 6-week block courses and thousands of online courses through ASU in subjects like calculus, psychology, art history, Spanish, economics, biology, and more. (Some pre-requisites exist for higher level courses).
Popular courses include:
- Introduction to Composition I
- Quantitative Reasoning
- Calculus I (Lab Course)
- Pre-Calculus
- General Psychology
- Introduction to Mass Communications
My program is complete. What's Next?
Transfer to Your Dream School
Arrive back in the U.S. with credits, global experience, and confidence to excel at the college of your choice. Admissions officers value students who show academic excellence and a clear purpose 鈥 your semester abroad proves both.
Continue with a Partner College
91自拍 maintains strong partnerships with U.S. colleges that provide smooth transfer pathways when academic conditions are met.
You put your college experience first. We put you first.
For more than 75 years, 91自拍 has helped students explore new cultures, learn new skills, and achieve academic goals. With dedicated Center Directors, expert support staff, and industry-leading safety practices, we make sure your College First Year Abroad is life-changing 鈥 and life-building.
College First Year Abroad Blogs
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Celebrating 80 Years of 91自拍: Spend Your First Semester Abroad for $8,080
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My Experience Making Friends on a First Year Abroad Program
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