Overview
The University of Florida has a deep commitment to the educational enrichment of its undergraduate students.
International education and international exchanges are fundamental aspects of this academic commitment. The University of Florida offers a range of educational opportunities that begin with foreign language instruction and area studies programs and extend to numerous international opportunities. The University remains dedicated to serving the international interests of Florida and the nation and to preparing its students for the global challenges and opportunities of the 21st Century. Students may choose from short-term study tours, to summer abroad programs, to semester and year-long exchanges.
Honors study abroad and exchange programs are considered Honors Signature Experiences. Students who complete an honors-specific program can earn 1-2 enrichment points and 1 academic point towards Honors Completion Requirements. When courses are cross-listed, students must register for the IDH course(s) to count as an Honors study abroad.
Learn more about a few of the Honors-specific programs listed below in a recent Honors News article.
Honors Study Abroad and Exchange Programs
- UF in Belize
Program: UF in Belize
Focus: NGO's, Sustainability, and Development
Dates: May 25 – June 14, 2026
Description:
The goal of this program is to provide knowledge on the roles & operations of Non-Governmental Organizations (nonprofits) in social developments and environmental conservation around the globe. This program includes travels across Belize for field visits with 8 NGOs for a deeper understanding on their operations & impacts. Program assessments include case studies, field visit logs, discussions & presentations.
Courses:
- FYC 4427 / IDH 3931: Non-Governmental Organizations
- FYC 4932 / IDH 3931: NGO's - The Field Study
Honors Completion Points: 2 Enrichment (Full term study abroad) + 1 Academic if registered for IDH 3931 (Honors study abroad)
Planned Experiences: Belize Barrier Reef, Garifina Museum, Xunantunich Mayan Ruins, a Maya village, and more!
Cost: $5,946
Program Contact: Muthusami Kumaran
- UF in Costa Rica
Program: UF in Costa Rica
Focus: Plants and People in the Anthropocene
Dates: May 3 – May 30, 2026
Description:
This program is approximately 4 weeks in duration with a short orientation session and activity in Gainesville before departure. While in Gainesville, students will be introduced to some of the research methodology and ecological concepts that they will further explore in Costa Rica.
This program partners with the Organization for Tropical Studies (OTS) and the Tropical Agricultural Research and Higher Education Center (CATIE). The field based courses are led by UF instructors with support from local researchers and experts in different ecological zones in Costa Rica.
Students will have the opportunity to conduct field research, analyze and present data. Students will travel to different regions of the country and have the opportunity to learn more about the local culture through course related ecological, historical and culture tours and workshops.
Courses:
- AGR 4932: Human Dimensions of Tropical Ecological Systems
- AGR 4932: Plant Ecology in the Anthropocene
Honors Completion Points: 2 Enrichment (Full term study abroad) + 1 Academic (Honors study abroad)
Planned Experiences: Irazu and Poas Volcanoes, local hot springs, guided nature walks at all research stations, Palo Verde National Park
Cost: $5,962
Honors Contact: Regan Garner
Program Contact: Rose Koenig and William Hammond
- UF in Lille
Program: UF in Lille
Focus: Engineering and Arts in France
Dates: May 20 - July 22, 2026
Description:
This program offers you a unique opportunity to learn Physics 2 or Materials at the Université Catholique de Lille (Catholic University of Lille) in France while exploring the rich history of art and engineering practices. You will learn the importance of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) in the historical and cultural city of Lille.
Courses:
Choose one science and one art/design course:
Science
Art / Design (all 3 credits)
PHY 2049 + PHY 2049L (4 credits)
IDH 3931: Honors Summer in the City of Lille (Honors students only)
EMA 3010 + EGN 4932 (4 credits)
EGN 4932: Engineering Art - The French Perspective
Honors Completion Points: 2 Enrichment (Full term study abroad) + 1 Academic if registered for IDH 3931 (Honors study abroad)
Planned Experiences: Cultural programs through the Catholic University of Lille, including day trips to Bruges, Brussels, and Ieper
Cost: $8913
Honors Contact: Michael O'Malley
Program Contact: Joel Parker, Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering
- UF in Tanzania
Program: UF in Tanzania
Focus: Culture and Healthcare
Dates: July 5-August 6, 2026
Description:
This program will introduce students to the culture and healthcare environment of two towns in Tanzania, that of Iringa and Dar-es-Salaam. During the program, pre-health and anthropology students will encounter patients whose health problems may result from the environment in which they exist. Students will engage in real world tasks that will hopefully transform them as they work to be future physicians.
Courses:
- ANT 4930: Medical Anthropology through the Lens of Tanzania
- IDH 3931: Critical Analysis of Culture and Healthcare
Honors Completion Points: 2 Enrichment (Full term study abroad) + 1 Academic (Honors study abroad)
Planned Experiences: Game Drive in Ruhua National Park, Iringa Boma Museum, National Museum House of Culture, Neema Crafts
Cost: $7624
Honors Contact: Meredith Beaupre
- Lancaster University - Exchange Program
Institution: Lancaster University, United Kingdom
Fields of Study:
Agriculture & Life Sciences, Biology, Chemistry, Classical Studies, Criminology, English, Environmental Science, Geography, History, Humanities, Interdisciplinary Studies, International Studies, Mathematics, Philosophy, Physics, Political Science, Psychology, Religion, Sociology, Women's Studies
Available Terms: Fall (Michaelmas Term), Spring (Lent / Summer Term), Academic Year
Description:
Lancaster University is a public research university in northern England with a student population of 13,600. Lancaster offers a rich curriculum with strengths in Biological Sciences, Environmental Studies, Women's Studies, English Literature, and History. It also has one of the largest business schools in Britain with a top research ranking. The university's vision for the future is to be a sustainable and academically excellent institution that is recognized as one of the leading universities in the world.
Course Load:
- Academic Year Exchange: 32 credits, which may include up to 8 credits of independent study
- Semester Exchange: 16 credits
Honors Completion Points: 2-4 Enrichment (Full term study abroad or Full term study abroad x 2 if AY exchange) + 1 Academic (Honors study abroad)
Helpful Resources:
- Lancaster University
- Study Abroad Modules - click to see what courses are offered per module (major)
- Lancaster International Student Guide
Cost: UF Tuition; Housing, meals, and other expenses paid to host university or third party
Honors Contact: Regan Garner
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