Study Abroad with Summit Global Education
Multi-city, faculty-led programs that combine academic credit with real-world exploration of business, culture and society.Summer and winter programs in Europe and Brazil — run in partnership with universities since 2011.
About Summit programs:
Travel built into the curriculum, not added on top
Summit Global Education designs study abroad as a multi-city academic journey. Students and faculty move together through several cities over two to three weeks, each location chosen for what it can teach — not as a backdrop. Coursework, company and institutional visits, cultural and historical study, and faculty-led debriefs are built into one structure, so what students see in the field connects directly to what they’re studying.
Every program is anchored by a clear academic theme, examined from several angles at once — economic, cultural, social, and historical. A European program might explore how business, trade, and regulation interact with the region’s history, politics, and culture: students might tour a multinational and a fast-growing local company one day, then a parliament, museum, or historic quarter the next, and connect the two in a faculty-led debrief. A Brazil program might examine how enterprise, public institutions, and social life shape one of the world’s most diverse economies. The theme holds the program together; the disciplines stay open.
That mix draws students from across fields — business, economics, political science, sociology, communication, history, and more. Core courses like Introduction to the European Union and Introduction to Brazil are built to satisfy a range of major and general-education requirements, so the credit counts toward more than one kind of degree.
An international team of faculty
Professors from partner universities travel with their students and teach alongside local faculty at host institutions abroad. Summit covers travel and accommodation for participating faculty. The result is a classroom where students encounter several academic, cultural, and professional perspectives on the same subject and faculty who stay engaged throughout, leading the discussions and debriefs that tie each site visit back to course objectives and assessment.
A genuinely comparative classroom
Summit cohorts bring together American students — from universities including Miami University, Seton Hall, the University of Iowa, and others — alongside international students from across the world. Studying a region with peers who see it differently is part of the education, not a side effect of it.
Credit that transfers
Programs are built in partnership with accredited universities, so students earn transferable academic credit through rigorous, assessed coursework — projects, applied analysis, participation, and reflection. Students come home with credit and a sharper understanding of how business, institutions, and societies work across different contexts.
Summer and Winter Break Study Abroad programs in Europe and Latin America
Multi-Location, Traveling Study Abroad Learn MoreWhat to Expect
What a Summit program looks like
Each program is a multi-city journey anchored by one accredited core course that carries the transferable credit. From there, professional site visits and cultural experiences are embedded into the coursework — each city a new comparative case, each visit tied back to the course through a guided debrief. Site visits aren’t extras; they’re assessed parts of the class.
For example:
➔ Europe Route: Prague · Berlin · Paris · Barcelona · Athens
Examine how business, culture, and society interact across distinct European contexts.
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Visit companies, institutions, and organizations to understand how firms operate within distinct regulatory and cultural environments.
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Meet with professionals and local experts to explore how history, policy, and regional integration shape economic and social life.
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Compare how local context influences organizational behavior and cross-border cooperation.
➔ Brazil Route: São Paulo · Rio de Janeiro · Paraty
Study business and society within one of the world’s most diverse national contexts.
- Examine how companies, public institutions, and social organizations operate across Brazil’s economic and cultural landscape.
- Meet professionals across sectors on how organizations respond to regional variation and institutional constraints.
- Explore how cultural diversity and social structure shape economic activity and decision-making.
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 by design: Students gain comparative insight across several economic and cultural
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Professional visits embedded in curriculum: Site visits to companies and institutions are assessed components of the coursework, not add-ons.
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Prestigious University Partners: Programs are run in collaboration with accredited universities abroad, ensuring academic standards.
Join us in preparing students to understand how business, culture, and society interact across borders.
• Multi-City Study Abroad Programs.
• Faculty-led, in Europe and Brazil.
• Summer and Winter sessions
Since 2011, Summit has built study abroad around a single idea: the travel itself is part of the curriculum. Rather than rooting a program in one campus, Summit moves with students and faculty through several cities, each chosen for its relevance to the course, with faculty-led debriefs keeping the academic thread continuous from the first city to the last.
The programs prepare students for work in business, public policy, and any field that now crosses borders — which is most of them. By pairing rigorous, assessed coursework with place-based learning, students earn university credit while building the cultural understanding and analytical judgment that an interconnected world asks for.
Our mission
Summit Global Education prepares students to engage thoughtfully with global business and society. Our mission is to support cross-cultural understanding and academic rigor through multi-city, faculty-led programs that combine academic credit with real-world exploration of business, culture, and society.
We are committed to helping students develop the contextual awareness and analytical skills needed to navigate complex global environments and contribute responsibly across borders.
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:
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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
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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 business, culture, and society intersect across different global contexts.