Gain Global Experience
with Seattle University & API
Internships Abroad
Get a closer look at an API global internship in Australia! Follow Patrick Kasper and hear from him about his hands-on projects and insights gained while interning in Sydney with TGL, a prominent tech company.
Scholarships
API is accepting Early Bird scholarship applications for all programs! Every student may apply.
Also, API offers a number of other category scholarships, as well as options from 3rd party sources to help you prepare to go abroad! Check them out on our scholarships page.
Financial Aid Resources
You might be surprised to hear that you can use financial aid to study abroad! API does accept all forms of financial aid according to approval from your home university or organization.
Fare Finder!
In an effort to reduce financial barriers and increase access, we are offering the Fare Finder™ app right inside of APIConnect to provide access to discounted airfare for academic travel. With Fare Finder, we’re making educational travel simpler and more accessible than ever before.
Passport Resources
Don't let a missing passport derail your study abroad plans! International travelers are itching to get back out there so processing time for passport applications and renewals has increased. Apply for or renew your passport as soon as possible to ensure your study abroad plans stay on track!
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
API believes in the importance of promoting acceptance, dignity, and respect among people of all backgrounds. No matter who you are or where you come from, API will support you during your journey abroad.
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SU-SPONSORED PROGRAMS
The locations below have been hand-selected for Seattle University students to earn credit abroad and stay on track to graduate! These are a great option, especially if you received Seattle University scholarships or grants as those can apply towards your cost to study abroad.
Seattle University students looking for more destinations are welcome to explore all API programs. Please note that students will need to have their program selection approved by the Seattle University Education Abroad Office. *Deadline to apply is February 1st*
Lisbon, Portugal
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- Affordable!
- Gem of Europe with rich history
- Business, humanities, social sciences, law, political science, psychology & Portuguese
Semester Business, Humanities, and Social Sciences in Lisbon
Reykjavik, Iceland
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- Safe, and “green” city
- Global center for environmental innovation with waterfalls and volcanoes galore
- Computer science, engineering & environmental studies
Thimphu, Bhutan
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- Bhutanese success is measured by “Gross National Happiness”
- Adventure awaits in its natural parks and trails
- Coursework conducted in English
Business, Environmental Studies, and Sciences in The Himalayas
Krakow, Poland
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- Vibrant social scene
- Extremely important academic, artistic, cultural and economic center
- Humanities, social sciences, international relations and Polish studies
Shanghai, China
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- International center for finance, culture, technology
- Hub for easy travel around China and Asia
- Chinese, education, social sciences, humanities, natural sciences & technologies, and administrative sciences
Grenoble, France
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- Grenoble is known as a university town, with a vibrant and active student population
- Fantastic hiking and biking opportunities
- French language & electives
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Non-SU PROGRAMS Abroad
Application deadlines: October 1st for Winter, April 1st for Fall, January 1st for Spring, and March 1st for Summer
Non-SU Programs
*Great option if you missed the Feb 1st deadline!*
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While the SU-approved programs are the first choice for SU students, non-SU programs in other API locations are another great option!
- Use federal loans and grants
- Study abroad any time of year
- Apply directly with the provider
- Later application deadlines
International Internships
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This is a fantastic option for Global Business and Communication students who need an internship to satisfy degree requirements!
International internships range from 8-12 weeks and take place in over 20 API locations.
Summer Nursing Programs
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Explore a few examples of programs below, or browse the full list of summer programs available.
Budget-Friendly Programs
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Experience education abroad at a lower price point. We have a number of programs all over the world, with semester study abroad programs starting $15,000 and semester internships for $8,000 or less!
Check out all of our budget-friendly options.
Ignacio L.
This trip has given me the opportunity to slow down, reflect, and do things that I could have never done in the fast-paced life that I was living... If you have the opportunity to see even a little bit more of what is out there, do it! 
Hannah A.
Studying abroad was truly one of the most rewarding experiences of my life...API provided a program rich with opportunities...as well as amazing on-site staff!
Lexi A.
I embraced all the experiences of my study abroad semester differently than had I never been abroad before. When I returned, I knew what to do with those experiences. To this day, I cite my gap year as the most transformational year of my life.
Eden L.
Studying abroad has helped me enjoy the moment of life that I am currently existing in. It gave me a moment in time where I could relax and actually take time to feel alive. Studying abroad has sharpened my street-smart skills, where I am more aware of my surroundings and can figure out ways to not make myself stand out like a tourist.
Nancy S.
[The RDs] were extremely helpful from day one to the very last day of being in the program. You can tell they really care for the students that come into the program & want nothing but the best experience for each one of us. Loved the program!
Isabella H.
I had always wanted to study abroad but the price to study for one summer through my university at home was not realistic for my family to pay. Once we found API and compared the numbers, it was clear that would be the best option. What resulted was six of the best weeks of my life.
Phoebe H.
Through studying abroad I was challenged and awakened to the possibilities of life and what I am truly capable of. I truly believe that studying abroad has deeply altered my sense of self, opening me to the world and what I can accomplish.
Financial Resources
For Your Global Experience
Financial Aid
Good news – you can use financial aid to study abroad! API accepts all forms of financial aid according to approval from your home university or organization.
Scholarships
- Early Bird: Available to all students!
- Need-based: Identify yourself as eligible when you apply for your API program
- Merit-based: Opportunities available for students with 3.5 GPA and above
- We recommend applying for all you qualify for, including Seattle University’s scholarships.
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Easier Program Onboarding with the Mobile App!
- Complete onboarding materials
- View pre-departure orientation information
- Access vital support, safety, and security resources (pre-departure and on-site)
- View housing details, roommates, and assignments
- Check out excursion information
- And more!
The mobile app is available to students who have applied for an API program.
What's APIConnect?
APIConnect enables you to find your perfect experiential learning program, streamlines the application and onboarding process, helps you easily know what you need to do to get ready for your life-changing experiential education journey, and provides essential resources at your fingertips when you are on-site at your destination.
Login and check out your program options!
Better Educational Travel
Use Fare Finder™ in the APIConnect mobile app to get better deals on educational travel!
- Lower fares
- Hold flights and share itineraries
- Secure more favorable terms
- 24/7 assistance
- Broad sort and filter options
- Simplify the booking process
- And more!
GET MORE with API
API prides itself on including as much as possible in our program fees to make sure that you have a full and rewarding experience abroad. Here’s a quick list of the most common pieces that API programs include:
- Pre-departure advising from program experts
- Tuition and transcripts
- Housing
- Excursions/Daytrips
- Medical Insurance
- Friendly, local API staff in every destination
See what's included in API programs.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
API is committed to providing enriching international experiences to its participants. We believe in the importance of promoting acceptance, dignity, and respect among people of all backgrounds. No matter who you are or where you come from, API will support you during your journey abroad.
Planning for your
Study Abroad Adventure
Before meeting with an Education Abroad Advisor, all students must complete the “Global Engagement with Education Abroad” course in Canvas. You can request an invitation to the course using the button below.
For a complete list of how to get started, please visit the Seattle University Education Abroad website.
Let’s Get You Abroad!
Complete the form to get in touch, and we’ll follow up to answer any questions you may have!
Connect with Your School
For more information on studying abroad or how to get the process started at your school, click the button below or visit the Seattle University Education Abroad Office located in PAVL 124.
If you’re ready to apply, click below to begin your application.
Why API
API offers best-in-class programming, with student well-being a high priority.
Our mission is to create better global citizens through international experiential learning. API programs are developed to be transformative, career-boosting experiences that include:
- Community involvement through optional volunteer programs with API Gives Back
- Cultural awareness through relevant coursework and time spent in multicultural student groups
- High-touch student support throughout the program
About API
Academic Programs International (API) was founded in 1997 and is dedicated to providing high-quality, affordable experiential learning programs. Their extensive pre-departure preparation, coupled with strong support services on-site, facilitates academic, cultural and linguistic learning. Within the supportive environment of the API programs, API participants are encouraged to explore their host communities and become increasingly independent and confident in their own abilities. They strive to make international educational experiences accessible to as many participants as possible, and, as such, works to provide multiple program components at a low program cost.
Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
API is committed to providing enriching international experiences to its participants. We believe in the importance of promoting acceptance, dignity, and respect among people of all backgrounds. No matter who you are or where you come from, API will support you during your journey abroad.