If you’re researching the best study abroad programs in the country, you’ll see the same promises everywhere: travel the world, earn credit, expand your mind.
But here’s the thing — at Transylvania University, studying abroad isn’t a side trip. It’s part of who we are.
We don’t just send students away for a few weeks. We build global citizens who come home with new confidence, sharper curiosity and a stronger sense of purpose.
Big world. Top college. Huge opportunity.
As one of the nation’s top liberal arts colleges — and one of the oldest universities west of the Alleghenies — Transy has a long tradition of preparing students for the wider world.
That tradition now stretches across more than 40 countries through GlobalTransy, our portfolio of semester programs designed for every kind of student.
The difference? Personalization.
At Transy, you’ll work one-on-one with professors and the Office of Global and Intercultural Engagement to find a program that fits your goals, major and budget. Whether it’s studying marine biology in Belize, politics in London or marketing in Germany, you’ll earn full credit and stay on track to graduate in four years.
“Our goal is to provide a diversity of opportunities abroad so that students can not only expand their academic knowledge but also have experiences that transform them as people,” says Rachel Wilson, Transy’s director of global and intercultural engagement. “This cultural immersion is important for students to gain confidence, independence and a deeper understanding of the world and of themselves.”
Why students choose Transy for study abroad
When students talk about their study abroad experiences, a few words come up again and again: supported, personal, transformative.
Here’s why:
- You won’t go it alone. At larger universities, students often navigate international programs by themselves. At Transy, you’ll have mentors, advisers and peers guiding you from application to re-entry.
- You can afford to go. Your Transy scholarships and financial aid travel with you. Plus, there are study abroad-specific scholarships to make global experiences accessible to everyone.
- You’ll find programs that fit your life. From two-week May term travel courses to full semesters abroad, you can explore the world without delaying graduation.
- You’ll bring your education full circle. Liberal arts learning is about connecting ideas — and nothing does that quite like studying in another culture.
The skills that set you apart
In 2026 and beyond, employers and graduate programs are looking for students who can collaborate, adapt and lead across cultures. Study abroad helps you do exactly that.
At Transy, global experiences are woven into everything you learn — so by the time you graduate, you’ll have more than a transcript. You’ll have stories, resilience and the ability to navigate any room, anywhere.
A liberal arts foundation with a global reach
Transy’s small size makes big things possible. You’ll have the flexibility to study across disciplines, connect with faculty who know your interests and tailor your experience to what truly inspires you.
It’s that mix — close mentorship, broad curiosity and real-world exploration — that makes Transy one of the best colleges in the country for students who want to study abroad and build a meaningful life after graduation.
Start your global story
If you’re ready to see more, learn more and become more — Transy’s GlobalTransy programs are waiting for you.
Explore your options, ask questions and imagine where curiosity could take you next. Learn more about study abroad at Transy → transy.edu/academics/study-abroad.