Thursday, 10/21: Spotlight on Europe

Czech Republic: Located in Central Europe near Austria and Germany, this country has a gorgeous hilly landscape with a temperate and oceanic climate. The Czech Republic is known for the city of Prague where there are hundreds of castles and mansions perfect for sightseeing. Czech is the official language here, and in busy places like Prague, many citizens understand English. 

Learn more about study abroad opportunities in Czech Republic.

England: England shares a border with Wales and Scotland and is a member of the United Kingdom. England lies between the Irish and Celtic Sea and is separated from continental Europe by the North Sea. Most people know England for its capital, London, which is the largest city in the United Kingdom. 

Popular Study Abroad Destinations in the UK:

• London
• Oxford
• Manchester
• Edinburgh, Scotland
• Dublin, Ireland

See where you can study abroad in the United Kingdom.

France: We’re sure you’ve heard of the Eiffel Tower in Paris, but France has even more to offer than this beautiful tourist destination. Located in Western Europe, France is well-known for its fashion houses and many art museums, such as the Louvre. People who have visited in the past often recall how great their sophisticated cuisine is, which only adds to the reason why Paris, France is one of the most visited cities in the world! If you went to Paris to study abroad for a full year, you would not run out of things to do!

Browse study abroad options in France.

A few popular summer options:
GC France: Gender, Culture and The Good Life: An Interdisciplinary Exploration of Paris
Summer Intercultural Leadership Program in Strasbourg, France (CEPA)

Germany: Germany is in Central and Western Europe and has a vastly diverse landscape from rivers to mountains and rolling plains. The heart of the country is also its capital, Berlin. The city of Berlin has incredible historic significance including the impact of the Berlin wall and the role of Berlin in World War II. The official language here is German, but many citizens know English as they learn it in grade school.


Germany Fun Facts: 

• Populated by over 81 million people
• Germany is a member of the EU

See where you can study abroad in Germany.




See all your study abroad program options in Italy or Greece.

A few summer options:
GC Italy and Greece: The History, Culture and Foodways of the Mediterranean
Montepulciano, Italy Session 1
Montepulciano, Italy Session 2

Spain: The country is located on Europe's Iberian peninsula. The official language is Spanish, also called Castilian, and is the first language of over 72% of the population. Galician is spoken in the region of Galicia and Basque by increasing numbers of the population of Euskadi, the Spanish Basque Country. Catalan is spoken in Catalonia and the Balearic Islands, and the closely-related Valencian in the Valencia region. All these languages have official regional status. A few also know English, but Spanish is definitely the most prominent and widely-spoken language. Spain is famous for many things such as their famous Paella dish, the beautiful beaches, and football.

Where can you study in Spain? In many cities! Here are a few popular spots.

• Madrid
• Barcelona
• Valencia
• Balboa
• Seville
• Granada

View your full range of study abroad options in Spain. Below is one popular GC summer program.

• GC Spain: Spanish Language and Culture

For more information, email studyabroadinfo@gcsu.edu.

Sweden: Located in Northern Europe, this Nordic country borders Norway and Finland. Sweden is home to diverse landscapes from mountains to coastal regions to dense forests. This small country has a lot to offer, like medieval towns and royal palaces that are open for viewing. The capital, Stockholm, is a great place to learn about business and corporate leadership. Nearly 90% of the country speaks proficient English although Swedish is the primary language.


Fun Fact: Sweden is known to be a very sustainable country. Many people bike as a main form of transportation, so it is also a great place to learn how to incorporate sustainability into business ideas. 

Learn more about study abroad options in Sweden.
  ISA: International Studies Abroad, (ISA), offers high-quality programs in numerous countries. See all of the options available through ISA.
SFS: The School for Field Studies, (SFS), creates a learning experience outside of the classroom for those interested in the environment and climate change. See the programs offered by SFS.
SIT: The School for International Training, (SIT), has developed programs centered around some of the world’s most critical global issues. There are programs offered for many different majors. See if SIT is the right fit for you.