Student Identity & Access

Browse resources specific to identity in a particular country on topics such as dietary concerns; race, ethnicity, and national identity; gender and sexuality; religion and spirituality; disability and mental health; and more!

Learn more about key aspects of the study abroad experience by participating in webinars before you go. We frequently partner with other companies and institutions to host webinars on diversity- and inclusion-related topics.

Named for our Initiative to Diversify Education Abroad, IDEA Correspondents are students of diverse background who share how their identities intersect with their study abroad experience.

These recommendations encourage connection and conversations to promote better understanding of our individual stories and tribulations, focused on uplifting the collective human experience we highlight with study abroad.

We support all of our students and have compiled resources to guide you in your next steps towards this incredible experience. Find more information on our resources for various identities, including LGBTQ+, First-Generation, Disability, Mental Health & Self-Care, and more.

We are committed to fostering and supporting a diverse student body. Our Diversity Scholarships are part of our millions of dollars in scholarships and aid, and encourage and support students from a range of institutions and under-represented populations.

Our dedicated team is available to answer any questions that you have about our programs. Global learning is transformative and we believe every student, regardless of status, should have the opportunity to have an international educational experience.

We know that there's a lot of helpful information out there, and although we try, we can't always capture it all! If you've found something to be helpful for you or your students in preparation for study abroad, let us know and we'll see if we can add it to our resources.

We know that families are an essential part of the journey when deciding to study or intern abroad. That's why we have a variety of resources for families including guides in English, Spanish, and Chinese.