Welcome to Penn State Brandywine Global Programs, delivering distance education courses with short-term travel to destinations worldwide since 1995. Our courses are available to students at any Penn State University location. Each course in each program includes pre-travel and post-travel coursework to be completed on an independent study basis, working with the instructor through distance education technologies, on one's own schedule and at one's own pace. Travel components of the courses are 6-9 days in length, taking place during breaks in the University's academic calendar. We aim to bring international academic and immersion experiences within the financial reach of as many Penn State students as possible. Accordingly, travel arrangements through Celestial Voyagers tour agency are designed to be very affordable, and scholarship opportunities are available.
Upcoming Global Programs
Maymester in Costa Rica - May 9-16, 2027
This promises to be one of Penn State Brandywine’s most exciting academic immersion tours! Join Brandywine and Penn State Berks for a study abroad experience you won’t want to miss.
Scholarships are available for this trip through Penn State Global. More information on pricing coming soon.
Courses:
APLNG 220N. Multilingual Lives: Stories of Language and Culture Learning
Evan Bradley: [email protected]
SPAN 210N. Multilingual/Intercultural Communication in Costa Rica
Evan Bradley: [email protected]
CAS 100C. Effective Speaking in Costa Rica
Kristine Parkes: [email protected]
KINES 81. Wellness Theory in Costa Rica
Andrea Randolph: [email protected]
GEOG 3N. Food and the Future Environment in Costa Rica
Julie Stanton: [email protected]
INART 1. The Arts in Costa Rica
Paul Greene: [email protected]
PLSC 291. Peace and Conflict Studies in Costa Rica
Paul Greene: [email protected]
GLIS 101N. Globalization Studies in Costa Rica
Co-taught by the participating instructors
Program contact: Paul Greene: [email protected]
Students interested in participating should contact the instructor of the course they are interested in taking for information about the course and registration.
Maymester in Seoul, South Korea - May 11-25, 2026
Have you been hearing all the buzz about South Korea and wondering what it’s all about? This is a chance to have your questions answered.
This is a VERY LOW-COST study abroad experience and May 2026 will be the fourth year that we run this program.
For more information or questions, contact Dr. Ben Park, [email protected].
