You can get so much more from your trip than just amazing memories. With Projects Abroad, you can also earn academic credit for your overseas experience, including pre-college credit.
We've designed our courses with Greensboro College (N. Carolina, USA) and Hartwick College (New York, USA)—our official schools of record—and they are available to every Projects Abroad participant.
Why add a course to your program?
Courses cost $785 each, and give students the skills, knowledge, and academic recognition to reflect deeply, contribute responsibly, and stand out during their next step—whether that's college, employment, or further study.
- Simple and rewarding. Our courses have just three parts:
- A short pre-departure module.
- Your overseas placement.
- A final reflective essay.
- Boost your future. Earn between 3 and 15 academic credits.
- Universally valuable. Whether you're applying for university, pursuing a career in medicine, or simply want a head start, you'll come home with recognized academic credit as well as incredible memories.
Choose from our six available courses
Each of our specialist pathways aligns with curriculum goals, fosters personal growth, and inspires global engagement.
Future Global Leaders (3 academic credits from Greensboro College) — $785
- Perfect for US high school students getting ready for college.
Global Field Studies (3 academic credits from Greensboro College) — $785
- Designed for college students seeking academic credit.
Specialist Courses (3 academic credits each from Hartwick College) — $785 each
- Global Health Perspectives & Medical Foundations (ideal for Medical High School Specials).
- Marine Conservation & Ocean Stewardship.
- Wildlife Conservation.
- Global Citizenship & Social Responsibility.
Download our Specialist Courses brochure with more information.
How it works: step-by-step
- Choose your course. Pick the course that best fits your program and goals.
- Add it to your application. Simply tick the course option when you apply for your trip. Each course cost $785 each.
- Get your login details. Once accepted, your Destination Expert will send you access to the course.
- Complete your pre-departure module. Prepare with cultural and practical training before you travel.
- Join your project abroad. Your real-world placement is the heart of the course.
- Submit your reflective essay. After you return home, complete your final module to receive your transcript from Greensboro College.
Why it matters
- Recognized by colleges. Earn official credit through Greensboro or Hartwick Colleges.
- Easy to complete. The course is designed to fit naturally around your overseas placement.
- Future-focused. Strengthen your college applications, resume, and confidence.
Choose a High School Special, our programs for teens aged 15 to 18, if you want something supervised with people your age.
Choose a Flexi, if you're 16 or older and want the flexibility to travel when you want, for as long as you like.
- Add your course on your Application Form.
1-3 of 175 Projects
Giant Tortoise & Sea Lion Conservation in the Galapagos Islands
See this project- Price: $2,610 USD for 1 week
- Extra Weeks: $450 USD
- Start Date: Anytime
- Minimum Duration: 1 week
- Ages: 16 or over
Medical Internship in Peru for Teenagers
See this project- Price: $3,275 USD for 2 weeks
- Extra Weeks: $600 USD
- Start Date: Summer/Winter Break
- Minimum Duration: 2 weeks
- Ages: 16-18
Rhino Conservation in Nepal
See this project- Price: $3,200 USD for 2 weeks
- Extra Weeks: $470 USD
- Start Date: Anytime
- Minimum Duration: 2 weeks
- Ages: 16 or over
Ready to get started?
Academic credit is available on every Projects Abroad program. Simply choose your course during the application process and take your travel experience one step further.
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