Political Science Study Abroad
Find the Right Poly Sci Study Abroad Program for You
Study Political Science Abroad & Watch Theory Become Practice
Are you looking to study political science abroad? Explore what drives change in governments on a global scale from those who’ve lived it, and study politics firsthand in your country or region of interest.
Plan the journey that’s perfect for you by choosing between 60+ political science study abroad programs. No matter which program you select, you’ll prepare yourself for a successful career in political science!
Whether it’s exploring U.S.-China relations with the Great Wall nearby, developing a deeper understanding of peace and conflict in the Middle East, or gaining real-world work experience interning with the Australian Parliament, your international study of politics will broaden your understanding of the world.
Political Science Study Abroad Programs
68 Programs Found
- Sydney, Australia
- Study Program
- Multi-Location Offering
- Part-Time Internship
Our Open Campus Block program allows you to start studying in Sydney, then study in two other countries in one term
- Big City
- Life by the Sea
- Volunteering
- Study Program
Slip into life at a slower pace in Chile
- AACSB-Accredited
- Big City
- Host Institution
- Mountains to Hike
- Santiago, Chile
- Study Program
Spend your summer in Santiago and explore the heritage of this Latin American nation while studying contemporary culture at our Global Institute.
- Big City
- Mountains to Hike
- Shanghai, China
- Study Program
- Part-Time Internship
Whether you’re a rank beginner or have strong Chinese language skills, you’ll progress by leaps and bounds, moving ahead at least two levels with CIEE in Shanghai.
- Big City
- Life by the Sea
- Study Program
The Great Wall, the Forbidden City, and the Olympic Stadium are just some of the awesome historic sites that will amaze you
- Ancient City
- Big City
- Host Institution
- Shanghai, China
- Study Program
- Part-Time Internship
Explore traditions in the world’s most populated city
- Big City
- Life by the Sea
- Shanghai, China
- Study Program
- Part-Time Internship
China’s 5,000-year history is marked with contributions
- Big City
- Life by the Sea
- Study Program
If immersion and great instruction isn’t enough, awe-inspiring icons like the Great Wall and Forbidden City should do the trick – and make this an experience you’ll always remember.
- AACSB-Accredited
- Ancient City
- Big City
- Host Institution
- Language Immersion
- Shanghai, China
- Study Program
- Multi-Location Offering
- Part-Time Internship
Explore strategic management in Shanghai this January.
- Big City
- Life by the Sea
- Volunteering
- Shanghai, China
- Study Program
There’s no better place to study global business than the financial and cultural hub of Shanghai.
- Big City
- Life by the Sea
- Volunteering
- Prague, Czech Republic
- Study Program
- Part-Time Internship
Your trip to Prague will be one you’ll treasure forever
- Host Institution
- Prague, Czech Republic
- Study Program
Against the backdrop of Prague’s rich culture and society, students explore Czech art, film, architecture, society, and history.
Frequently Asked Questions About Political Science Study Abroad
Put simply, yes! You can absolutely study abroad as a political science major. In fact, it’s recommended that political science majors study abroad to broaden their understanding of global politics and enhance their resume with global experience.
To study abroad, follow these three simple steps:
- Explore CIEE political science study abroad programs and pick your favorites
- Meet with your study abroad office to ensure your course credits will transfer
- Start your application
While identifying the best countries to study abroad for political science is quite subjective, we can provide you with a list of some of the most popular places to study political science abroad, including:
- London, England
- Taipei, Taiwan
- Cape Town, South Africa
- Paris, France
- Berlin, Germany
- Tallinn, Estonia
- Madrid, Spain
Regardless of where you choose, we recommend that political science students study in a region that is of interest to them politically. This way you’ll absorb more relevant information to your major and/or specific concentration.
If you’re wondering why you should study abroad as a political science major, check out these five key reasons:
- Deepen your perspective of global politics by gaining a more holistic view of the world
- Explore firsthand diplomatic relations between the U.S. and your respective study abroad country
- Complete political science coursework that otherwise wouldn’t be available to you at your home university
- Compare and contrast diplomatic processes, laws, and policies between nations
- Make friends from around the world and expand your global network by connecting with like-minded young professionals
Check out the overall benefits of studying abroad with CIEE.
Some of CIEE’s most popular political science study abroad programs include:
- Business + Culture (Rome, Italy)
- Open Campus Block (Berlin, Germany)
- Business + Technology (Tallinn, Estonia)
- Semester in London (London, England)
- Chinese Language + Asian Studies (Taipei, Taiwan)
- Business + Culture (Paris, France)
- China in a Global Context (Shanghai, China)
Explore all our political science study abroad programs.
