Travel and Study Around the World
The University of Oregon has several study abroad programs and opportunities for students seeking semester- or year-long overseas study experiences. Programs can be found in all areas of East Asia, including China, Japan, Hong Kong, South Korea, and Taiwan.
Students in University of Oregon overseas study programs enroll in courses with subject codes that are unique to individual programs. Special course numbers are reserved for overseas study. Interested students should contact or visit in person the Office of International Affairs in Oregon Hall. Information regarding programs, funding, and application can be found online at UO’s Global Education Oregon website. The GlobalWorks International Internship program provides for-credit internship opportunities around the world, including in East Asia.
Study Abroad with UO
Want to study East Asian languages and literatures while immersed in another culture?
Global Education Oregon offers many study abroad programs that can satisfy your EALL major or minor requirements. Alternatively, you can intern abroad through GlobalWorks International Internships in a variety of regions around the world.
International Exchange
Students can enroll as an exchange student at a top international research institution for fall or winter semester, spring semester or quarter, a full academic year, or summer term. Exchange students experience an immersive study abroad experience, living and learning with local students in their chosen city.
Get Started: Fill out this interest form to get matched with a GEO advisor.
Featured Study Abroad Opportunities in East Asia Languages and Literatures
This program, administered by the UO Global Studies Institute (GSI), offers internship opportunities in a wide variety of industry career fields and locations around the world.
Internship opportunities are highly customizable, and we guarantee placement in your preferred career fields and location. Students earn up to eight UO credits as well as life-changing work experience in a different culture.
Please email globalworks@uoregon.edu to discuss your options.
Immerse yourself in Seoul’s vibrant culture through K-drama, K-pop, Korean cuisine, and K-beauty. This four-week program combines classroom learning with hands-on experiences and excursions, from iconic filming locations to bustling music districts, allowing students to explore Korea’s global cultural impact, social life, and traditions.
This program is offered in collaboration with Hanyang University through the Hanyang International Summer School (HISS) in Seoul. The program begins with three weeks of study and exploration in Seoul, followed by one week of cultural and academic activities on the beautiful island of Jeju.
"Studying abroad and getting to live in Japan was one of the most enriching experiences of my life. It allowed me to actively apply my linguistic skills, forge numerous friendships, and immerse myself in new experiences. While being a graduate student has been demanding, it has also been incredibly rewarding. I've gained substantial knowledge and feel myself steadily advancing towards my career goals."
-Flora Lam, East Asian linguistics and pedagogy master's, '24