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Long-term and Full Semester Programs

Long-term study abroad opportunities include semester and exchange programs with partner institutions around the world. Program availability, language requirements, and course options vary by institution.

Manhattan University’s long-term study abroad programs offer students the opportunity to spend a semester or full academic year studying at partner institutions around the world. Through these exchange experiences, students enroll in courses at host universities while fully immersing themselves in the academic, cultural, and social life of their destination.

Unlike short-term, faculty-led programs, semester programs provide a more independent and flexible structure. Students select from a range of courses offered by the host institution, allowing them to align their studies with major, minor, or elective requirements while gaining international academic experience. Many programs also offer opportunities to engage with local communities, participate in campus life, and develop language proficiency.

With partner institutions across Europe, Latin America, Asia, and beyond—including members of the global Lasallian network—Manhattan University’s long-term programs support students in building global perspective, adaptability, and intercultural fluency. These extended experiences deepen academic understanding while preparing students to navigate and contribute to an increasingly interconnected world.

  • Argentina - Universidad de Mendoza

    Location: Argentina
    Partner Website: Universidad de Mendoza
    URL: https://um.edu.ar/en/ 

    Universidad de Mendoza is a private higher education institution strongly committed to academic quality, scientific research, and community service. Its main campus is located in the heart of Mendoza and has established itself as one of the most prestigious private universities in the Cuyo Region.

    The university provides a strong academic environment and creates meaningful opportunities for learning and exchange.

    Proficiency in Spanish is required for this program.

  • Colombia - Universidad de La Salle Bogotá

    Location: Colombia
    Partner: Universidad de La Salle Bogotá
    URL: https://lasalle.edu.co/es

    La Salle University Bogotá is committed to comprehensive education and the generation of knowledge that drives social and economic transformation in Colombia. The university fosters a community dedicated to learning, research, innovation, entrepreneurship, and service.

    La Salle offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs across fields such as engineering, business, social sciences, education, health sciences, and the arts.

    Proficiency in Spanish is required for this program.

  • France - MICEFA

    Location: France
    Partner: MICEFA
    URL: https://micefa.org/ 

    The Mission Interuniversitaire de Coordination des Echanges Franco-Américains, commonly known as MICEFA, is a non-profit consortium founded in 1985 to promote cultural and scientific cooperation between France and Anglophone North America. It brings together 18 member universities in Paris and the Île-de-France region and more than 65 partner universities in the United States and Canada to support academic exchange opportunities for students from both sides of the Atlantic.

    MICEFA facilitates reciprocal exchange programs mainly for undergraduate students, allowing them to spend one or two semesters studying abroad while remaining enrolled and paying tuition at their home institution. Through this network, students can take courses at universities in Paris and the surrounding region, fully immerse themselves in French student life, and earn credits toward their degree. MICEFA also organizes cultural activities, excursions, language and culture courses, and offers support services such as academic advising and help finding housing.

  • France - UniLaSalle Terre & Sciences

    Location: France
    Partner: UniLaSalle
    URL: https://www.unilasalle.fr/en 

    UniLaSalle is a polytechnic institute that brings together expertise in life, earth, environmental, and energy sciences with industrial and digital technologies. Formed from the merger of several engineering schools and a veterinary school, the university takes an interdisciplinary approach to education across multiple campuses in France.

    A member of the global La Salle Universities network, UniLaSalle emphasizes trust, collaborative learning, and action for the common good. Proficiency in French is required for this program.

  • Ireland - Maynooth University

    Location: Ireland
    Partner: Maynooth University
    URL: https://www.maynoothuniversity.ie/ 

    Maynooth University is a modern, dynamic, and research-driven institution that continues to build on its historic academic roots. With more than 17,000 students from over 100 countries, the university offers a wide range of programs across the humanities, science and engineering, and the social sciences, including business, law, and education. It also maintains a strong global outlook through numerous international partnerships and study abroad opportunities.

    Located in the historic town of Maynooth, the university sits just outside Dublin: far enough to offer a traditional campus community and small-town atmosphere, yet close enough for students to access the cultural, professional, and social opportunities of Ireland’s capital in under an hour.

  • Italy - American University of Rome (AUR)

    Location: Italy
    Partner: American University of Rome
    URL: https://aur.edu/ 

    The American University of Rome prepares students to live and work across cultures as skilled and knowledgeable citizens of an interconnected and rapidly changing world. AUR is a private, independent institution of higher education, offering undergraduate and graduate liberal arts programs to degree-seeking and study abroad students from around the world.

    Taking the best of the American approach to interdisciplinary, student-centered learning, its international faculty and staff use Rome as the classroom and Italy and Europe as invaluable resources. AUR’s programs promote intellectual excellence, personal growth, and an appreciation of cultural diversity in the vibrant Trastevere neighborhood of Rome.

  • Japan - Meiji University (Tokyo)

    Location: Japan
    Partner: Meiji University
    URL: https://www.meiji.ac.jp/cip/english/ 

    Founded in 1881, Meiji University has grown into one of Japan’s leading universities, known for academic excellence, innovation, and global engagement. It offers programs across law, political science, economics, business, science and technology, engineering, agriculture, arts and letters, and international studies.

    Its main campus is centrally located in Tokyo, giving students access to the cultural, professional, and social opportunities of one of the world’s most dynamic cities.

  • Jordan - Al-Balqa Applied University

    Location: Jordan
    Partner: Al-Balqa Applied University
    URL: https://www.bau.edu.jo/Academic/Academic_Profile.aspx?lang=en&userid=zY%20OqHvQjbhlhJaETAvthg== 

    Al-Balqa Applied University, based in Salt City, Jordan, is a leading institution dedicated to applied technical education and to the study of Arabic language. The main campus houses 12 faculties, while an additional 12 university colleges operate as satellite campuses across the country.

    The university is committed to delivering high-quality education through teaching and world-class research. Its programs are designed to equip graduates with the practical skills and knowledge needed to succeed in local, regional, and international markets. Its focus on applied learning ensures students are prepared for real-world challenges across a variety of disciplines.

  • Mexico - Universidad La Salle

    Location: Mexico
    Partner: Universidad La Salle
    URL: https://lasalle.mx/

    La Salle University Mexico City is dedicated to educating professionals who are engaged, participatory, and capable of driving positive change locally and globally. Guided by the Lasallian mission, the university emphasizes faith, service, and social responsibility, encouraging students to act ethically and contribute to a more just and inclusive society.

    The university offers innovative and multidisciplinary academic programs that support the comprehensive development of students through teaching and research.

    Proficiency in Spanish is required for this program.

  • Peru - Universidad La Salle Arequipa

    Location: Peru
    Partner: Universidad La Salle Arequipa
    URL: https://www.ulasalle.edu.pe/ 

    The university offers undergraduate programs including International Business, Law, Software Engineering, Communication, Psychology, Architecture, and Industrial Engineering, combining specialized knowledge with practical skills. La Salle Arequipa encourages an entrepreneurial and innovative approach for all students.

    Proficiency in Spanish is required for this program.

  • Philippines - De La Salle University

    Location: Philippines
    Partner: De La Salle University
    URL: https://www.dlsu.edu.ph/ 

    De La Salle University is a leading Catholic coeducational institution in the Philippines, founded in 1911 by the Brothers of the Christian Schools. The university is committed to shaping graduates who serve both the Church and the nation, and it is recognized for its academic excellence, impactful research, and active community engagement.

    Located in the heart of Manila, De La Salle University welcomes local and international students seeking a high-quality education in a dynamic urban environment. The campus offers a vibrant setting where culture, diversity, and opportunity come together in this metropolitan hub.

  • Scotland - University of the West of Scotland (UWS)

    Location: Scotland
    Partner: University of the West of Scotland
    URL: https://www.uws.ac.uk/ 

    The University of the West of Scotland has campuses across the south and west of Scotland, as well as in London, giving it a broad national and international reach. UWS is a leading provider of undergraduate, postgraduate, and research degree programs, known for fostering innovation, knowledge creation, and practical learning.

    UWS degrees are designed to provide students with a transformative experience, producing graduates who are highly sought-after across business, government, the third sector, and international industries. Employer-focused programs ensure that students gain skills directly relevant to professional and community needs.

  • Spain - Manhattan University in Madrid

    Experience a semester abroad while completing your Manhattan University course requirements through the Manhattan University in Madrid program. The program is run by Manhattan University, with an on-site program director coordinating closely with Universidad Complutense de Madrid to provide students with both academic and cultural support.

    Students in Madrid form a close-knit community and have the opportunity to immerse themselves in Spanish culture while taking courses in fields such as Spanish, Religious Studies, Communications, Political Science, Sociology, Women & Gender Studies, and English.

  • Spain - Universitat Abat Oliba CEU

    Location: Spain
    Partner: Universitat Abat Oliba CEU
    URL: https://www.uaoceu.es/

    Abat Oliba CEU University in Barcelona began as the Abat Oliba CEU University Center, founded in 1973 by the San Pablo CEU Foundation in collaboration with the University of Barcelona. In 2003, it was officially recognized as Universitat Abat Oliba CEU, expanding its academic presence in Barcelona.

    The university combines a strong academic tradition with a modern, student-focused learning environment and offers programs in areas such as law, business, economics, and the social sciences.

  • Turkey - Istanbul Medipol University

    Location: Turkey
    Partner: Istanbul Medipol University
    URL: https://www.medipol.edu.tr/en 

    Istanbul Medipol University combines innovative teaching methods with a commitment to preparing students for real-world careers. The university offers programs across a wide range of fields, including health sciences, engineering, business, law, social sciences, and arts and humanities, ensuring students can pursue studies aligned with their interests and career goals.

    Faculty are dedicated to helping students acquire the knowledge and skills they need for success, supported by state-of-the-art classrooms, multimedia resources, and extensive use of information technologies.