Study Abroad with Summit Global Education
Multi-city, faculty-led programs that combine academic credit with real-world exploration of innovation, business, culture and society.Summer and Winter Study Abroad in Europe and Latin America
Traveling Study Abroad programs, with a focus on innovation, business and culture
Earn academic credits while traveling with professors through some of the world’s most dynamic cities. Summit Global Education programs combine coursework with professional visits and cultural immersion, turning travel itself into part of the curriculum.
Each program is structured as a multi-city academic journey. Coursework is woven into company visits, cultural experiences, and daily debrief sessions that transform observation into learning.
Programs are anchored by central themes. In Europe, students explore how competitiveness, regulation, and integration shape innovation in the Single Market. In Brazil, they study how business and technology adapt to the challenges and opportunities of an emerging economy.
By combining accredited coursework, professional site visits, and cultural experiences, Summit programs give students more than international exposure. They provide a framework for understanding how ideas, companies, and cultures evolve across different contexts, helping students see how global challenges demand local adaptation.
Professor-Led Study Abroad
An international team of faculty designs and delivers each program. Professors from our home institutions travel with students, teaching alongside local faculty at partner universities. This collaborative approach ensures students hear multiple cultural and professional perspectives on the same topic, preparing them for the complexity of operating across borders.
Earn Academic Credits
Summit Global Education programs are built in partnership with universities, ensuring that students earn transferable credits while engaging in academically rigorous experiences. Courses are taught by professors and assessed through projects, reflections, and participation, so students return home with both credits and new perspectives.
Summer and Winter Break Study Abroad programs in Europe and Latin America
Multi-Location, Traveling Study Abroad Learn MoreWhat to Expect from Summit Programs?
Traveling study abroad programs, with a focus on innovation, business, and culture.
These programs are designed as multi-city academic treks where professors and students travel together through major innovation hubs. Each program is anchored by a core accredited course — such as Introduction to the European Union: Innovation and Entrepreneurship in the Single Market or Introduction to Brazil: Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Emerging Markets — that provides the academic foundation for transferable credit.
Professional site visits and cultural experiences are fully embedded into the curriculum. Each city we visit functions as a unique case study, with guided debrief sessions ensuring that what students observe in startups, policy institutions, or community organizations is directly tied to course outcomes.
For example:
➔ Europe Route: Prague · Berlin · Paris · Barcelona · Athens
“From innovation hubs to cultural capitals”
Explore how Europe’s most dynamic cities foster creativity, entrepreneurship, and cross-border collaboration.
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Visit startups, innovation labs, and established companies to see how ideas are developed and adapted across cultures.
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Meet with business leaders, policy experts, and creative professionals shaping Europe’s economic and social future.
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Compare how local culture, history, and regional integration influence the way organizations grow and collaborate.
➔ Brazil Route: São Paulo · Rio de Janeiro · Paraty
“Emerging markets in motion.”
Step inside Brazil’s vibrant innovation scene, where creative problem-solving meets one of the world’s most diverse cultural backdrops.
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Discover how startups, social enterprises, and multinationals tackle challenges in energy, mobility, and social impact.
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Meet founders, designers, and engineers building solutions for a fast-changing market.
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Explore how Brazil’s cultural diversity fuels new ideas — and how those ideas adapt to global opportunities.
Program Highlights:
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Transferable academic credit: Courses are designed to align with common political science, sociology, communication, and general education requirements, making approval straightforward.
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Professor-led, academically rigorous design: Faculty guide both classroom learning and daily debrief sessions, ensuring that travel is structured and academically integrated.
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Multi-city model: Students gain comparative insight across different innovation hubs rather than being limited to a single location.
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Professional visits embedded in curriculum: Site visits to startups, labs, and policy institutions are not add-ons but assessed components of the coursework.
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Prestigious University Partners: Programs are run in collaboration with accredited universities abroad, ensuring academic standards.
Join us in preparing students for the future — where success depends on understanding the interplay of policy, business, and culture, and the ability to adapt in teams that span continents and perspectives.
• Multi-City Study Abroad Programs.
• Faculty-led programs in Europe and Latin America.
• Summer and Winter Study Abroad.
Since 2011, Summit Global Education has redefined study abroad by making travel itself part of the curriculum. Our multi-city programs take students beyond the classroom, combining accredited coursework with professional visits and cultural immersion across Europe and Latin America.
Unlike traditional programs rooted in a single location, Summit moves with students and faculty through multiple cities, each chosen for its role as a hub of innovation, business, and culture. Professors lead daily debriefs that connect company visits and cultural experiences directly to academic themes, ensuring every moment is structured for learning.
Summit programs prepare students for careers in business, technology, and global industries. By blending rigorous academics with applied fieldwork, students gain not only university credit but also the cultural intelligence, adaptability, and problem-solving skills demanded by today’s interconnected world.
Our mission
Summit Global Education prepares students to succeed and lead in today’s fast-moving global economy. Our mission is to foster cross-cultural fluency, entrepreneurial thinking, and international business competencies through immersive, multi-city programs that blend academic excellence with firsthand exposure to innovation ecosystems and global industries.
We are committed to equipping students with the practical knowledge, adaptive mindset, and global values needed not only to thrive in international careers — but to contribute meaningfully to a more connected, collaborative, and peaceful world.
What we value
- Global Leadership
Preparing students to navigate complex global challenges with confidence and adaptability by engaging with diverse industries, cultures, and innovative practices. - Cultural Understanding
Promoting empathy, respect, and appreciation for cultural diversity to foster meaningful cross-cultural connections and a deeper understanding of global perspectives. - Academic and Professional Excellence
Delivering rigorous programs that seamlessly blend academic learning with professional experiences, empowering students to enhance their careers and academic achievements. - Innovation in Education
Continuously evolving our programs to explore how creativity and innovation drive success in global markets, delivering immersive experiences that connect theory with real-world applications. - Personal Growth
Encouraging self-discovery, independence, and resilience by challenging students to step out of their comfort zones and grow in dynamic, international environments. - Collaboration and Networking
Building environments where students, professors, and industry leaders collaborate, exchange ideas, and form lasting personal and professional networks. - Sustainability and Responsibility
Encouraging students to engage thoughtfully with global challenges by promoting sustainable practices and responsible global citizenship.
Recent University Partnerships & Course Locations:
Courses have been hosted at leading institutions across Europe and Latin America, including:
CONTACT INFORMATION
Any questions? Are you interested in learning more about Summit Global Education?
As our world becomes increasingly interconnected, the ability to navigate different cultures and societies becomes increasingly important. Studying abroad with international students can help you develop the skills and perspective you need to succeed as a global citizen in today’s world.
“There is no doubt that I would recommend the Summit Program. I thought the flow of the program as perfect, not too overwhelming but always something to do. It’s important to find that balance in a study abroad program and I think Summit has managed to do so. I truly believe this is one of the best programs out there. Thanks again!”
William Croghan, Miami University
“I would recommend this program to other students. I really liked the structure and how well we were able to view and capture all aspects of the country of Brazil. Something that surprised me were how nice Brazilians were. Everyone was really patient and willing to go the extra mile for us. These past three weeks have been amazing!”
Kelly Marin, Seton Hall University
“I would 100% recommend this program to other Iowa students. I have learned so much about Brazil and will carry that with me for the rest of my life. Brian and Leo, my professors, are nothing but professional in the classroom and make for a great learning atmosphere. Outside of the classroom, they are fun and friendly; The perfect mix!”
Ryan Burton, University of Iowa
Contact Summit:
- Phone: 305-632-0227
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Summit Global Education runs multi-city, professor-led study abroad programs across Europe and Brazil. Students earn academic credit while exploring how innovation, business, and culture intersect in global hubs.