Winter Programs | Education Abroad

Winter 2026 programs are now open!

Winter 2026 Courses
Program name and link to Terradotta	Short Description	Course Offerings
Americans in Berlin	Berlin has been one of the primary destinations for Americans artists, entertainers, authors , and entrepreneurs from 1920s to the present moment. Students will explore the various cultural, political, and economic dimensions of this long-lasting relationship, and will visit sites dedicated to the research and preservation of cultural memory. We will also study the role of the United States in Germany's and Berlin's unification, in the transition of the West German capital from Bonn to Berlin, and in the transformations that took place in the post-unification period. This workshop will explore these transformations through novels, films, historical accounts, museum presentations, archival materials, eye-witness accounts, public monuments, architecture tours, and other visual and audio materials.	AMS / GER 281 (6 credits)
Archives & Artifacts in London	This interdisciplinary workshop introduces students to archival and humanities research over Winter Term at the British Library and other London archives, including the London School of Economics and the Wellcome Collection. The British Library is the world's largest and most comprehensive research collection, housing more than 170 million items from every era of written civilization. The scope of the British Library's collection includes everything from ancient artifacts to British colonial records to original recordings of the Beatles, making this workshop appropriate for students doing any sort of archival or humanities-based research. London is also home to several other of the world's biggest archives; students will have the chance to visit at least three. While this workshop is open to all students working on an independent research project, it may be most appealing for students engaged in honors projects, thesis projects, capstone projects, and/or Dean's Scholar Projects, as they will be able to complete significant portions of their research while participating in this workshop.	HUM 490C (3 credits)
Business & Conversational Spanish in Argentina	The Program offers a unique cultural and language immersion experience for Spanish majors and minors over the course of 3 weeks in Argentina. The program provides students with an opportunity to live, experience, and explore the culture, people, and language in a safe and enriching academic setting abroad. The classroom is extended far beyond the confines of the physical space, as students are culturally integrated, through home-stays, into small-town life in Argentina. Excursions and cultural events enhance student learning by allowing them to take a hands-on approach to their learning, incorporating the knowledge and skills from the class to be applied in "real-world", contextualized applications. Short excursions and travel incorporated into the program provide a "bigger picture" of what Argentine life and culture represent. Leaving the rural towns offers insight into different ways of life, dialects, customs, and Argentinian culture. From Patagonia and the glaciers to the thriving metropolis of Buenos Aires, the perspective students gain from the experiences constructs a more realistic and holistic view of Argentina.	SPN 341 and SPN 317 (6 credits)
Experiencing Irish Art and Culture (Honors College Program)	Are you ready to explore your own creativity? This winter workshop is an experiential immersion in the arts and culture of Ireland. You will participate in diverse experiences including Irish Dance, Irish Language, Gaelic sports, museum visits, the Irish National Theatre, Traditional (Trad) Irish Music, and more. You will integrate your Irish experiences into hands-on creative projects, both individually and in teams.	CCA 199H ( 3 credits)
Exploring Education, Culture, & Community in India	The program offers a unique opportunity to engage with students and teachers in a wide range of educational settings, from rural and urban schools, tribal and migrant workers communities, to prestigious independent institutions and government-run facilities. Beyond the classroom, we'll experience the iconic Ahmedabad Kite Festival, attend the famed Indian classical musical festival, Saptak, and visit the ashram where Gandhi lived and worked towards British independence—plus it's wedding season! Additional excursions will include visits to ancient stepwells, palaces, and temples, travel to the desert Salt Flats of the Little Rann of Kutch, as well as a visit to one of the 7 Wonders of the World, the Taj Mahal, and the bustling megacity of New Delhi.	TCE 312 (3 credits)
FSB Asia Winter	Ready to take your international finance or digital branding skills to the next level? Embark on an unforgettable study abroad journey through Asia this winter term and gain global insights while exploring three dynamic cities: Tokyo, Seoul, and Ho Chi Minh City.	FIN 417 and BUS 420 (6 credits) OR MKT 419 and BUS 420 (6 credits)
FSB Australia	Join us for an unforgettable winter term in Australia, where breathtaking landscapes, vibrant cities, and real-world business insights come together for a one-of-a-kind study abroad experience. During this program, you’ll take Introduction to Management and Leadership while exploring three iconic Australian cities: Cairns, Melbourne, and Sydney. Along the way, you'll engage in company visits, hear from professional speakers, and have plenty of free time to immerse yourself in local culture.	MKT 291 and BUS 420 (6 credits)
FSB Costa Rica	Spend your winter term in the lush tropical rainforest region of Costa Rica, where the stunning landscapes and vibrant culture set the stage for an immersive study abroad experience. In this program, you’ll explore the Legal Environment of Business in the capital city of San José, all while discovering the beauty of Costa Rica and developing real-world business insights. Along with your studies, you'll enjoy hands-on learning experiences, including survival Spanish classes, cooking classes, and even dancing the Salsa—all while exploring the rich local culture.	BLS 342 and BUS 420 (6 credits)
FSB Italy	Step into the heart of Italy’s artistic and business world this winter as you study abroad in Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance. This makes Florence the hub of art, design, culture, politics, and economics. As the capital of Tuscany, Florence offers an inspiring blend of history, art, and modern business practices. Throughout this immersive program, you’ll study Honors Principles of Marketing alongside a Business Culture course, all while experiencing the rich Italian culture that has shaped global creativity.	MKT 291H and BUS 420 (6 credits)
FSB London and Dublin	Embark on a transformative journey with our United Kingdom and Ireland Study Abroad Program, designed specifically for highly motivated and mature business students eager to gain global experience. Over the course of three exciting weeks, you'll explore London, Edinburgh, and Dublin, blending academic learning, hands-on professional exposure, and cultural immersion in some of Europe’s most iconic cities.	MGT 295 and BUS 420 (6 credits) OR ECO 344 and BUS 420 (6 credits)
FSB Spain	Experience the perfect blend of professional development, cultural discovery, and academic learning in one of Europe’s most vibrant destinations. During this winter term study abroad program in Spain, you’ll explore the colorful cities of Seville, Granada, and Barcelona, all while earning credit in either Entrepreneurial Consulting or Introduction to Business Finance.	FIN 301 and BUS 420 (6 credits) OR ESP 461 and BUS 420 (6 credits)
Integrating Spanish & Health in Costa Rica	Integrating Spanish and Health provides an opportunity for students who want to build language skills, participate in experiential/service learning, explore global healthcare issues, and experience language / cultural immersion. Students will learn about the healthcare system in Costa Rica, visit a medical school, interact with medical professionals, interview patients, and learn about alternative treatments such as medicinal plants and natural healers. Students will have unique opportunities to gain hands-on experience and learn firsthand about the host country’s culture, history, and geography while developing their Spanish proficiency. Students will complete online assignments and conversations prior to and after the work and class time in Costa Rica. Any students interested in the healthcare field will benefit greatly from this class and experience!	SPN 341 and SPN 333 (6 credits)
Italy: Visions & Contrasts	This study abroad program takes place in Florence (Italy) with a trip to Siena. The workshop offers a cultural immersion in food and art cultures through a combination of classroom work, small group collaborative projects, and experiential learning activities conducted on location, inside and outside the classroom. Through visiting museums, taking food classes and tours, analyzing Italian films, and writing about your own travel experience, you will develop your cultural knowledge of Italy and build skills in intercultural communication. Both courses (a travel writing class [ENG 310] and a cinema class [ITL/FST/IDS 262]) are in English; no knowledge of Italian required.	ENG 310 and ITL 262 (6 credits)
Law and Policy in London	Discover the foundations of law and policy on which the U.S. system is built as you spend winter term in Great Britain. Considered the birthplace of Common Law, London holds many artifacts and institutions that have substantially shaped the legal system in the United States. The British political system has many similarities and differences with the U.S. system, which offers opportunity for introspection on U.S. policymaking while at the same time offering opportunity for learning about governance from an international perspective. The legally, politically, and culturally significant site visits, along with coursework, will provide students with a unique perspective on the roots of modern law and policy.	POL 345D and POL 399B (6 credits)
Outdoor Leadership in Costa Rica	Master Outdoor Leadership in the heart of Costa Rica! Our immersive 12-day Costa Rican adventure, preceded by essential skill-building in Oxford, is more than a trip – it's a transformative journey. Hike through breathtaking landscapes, conquer thrilling whitewater rapids, and experience the raw beauty of Corcovado National Park. Connect with local culture, savor authentic cuisine, and discover the leader within. Ready to explore?	EDL 281 (3 credits)
Paris Cultural Capital (Honors Preferred Program)	Make the Louvre your classroom; learn about the political philosophies that sparked the French Revolution at Versailles; and discover Hemingway’s Moveable Feast in the spaces that inspired authors of the Lost Generation. This three-week credit workshop focuses on Paris as a capital of transnational cultural and artistic production. Students study masterpieces of French and American literature and culture, from Medieval fables to experimental avant-gardes like Surrealism, to Beyoncé and Jay-Z’s site-specific performance at the Louvre. All courses are taught in English by experienced faculty from Miami University (no French required).	FRE 131H or FRE 131 and ENG 163H or ENG 163 (6 credits)
Pura Vida: Education, Community, and Innovation in Costa Rica	Immersing students in a different culture than their own has deep potential to be a transformative experience, particularly when the focus is on field experiences and the intersectionality of families, communities, education, and innovation. The design of this global education program is to expose students to communities, learn about various schooling practices, see innovation in action, and engage with people from three different geographical Costa Rican areas: San Jose in the Central Valley, Monteverde in the mountains/cloud forest of Puntarenas Province, and Flamingo in the Pacific Ocean/coastal area of Guanacaste Province. Students will have the opportunity to interact with non-profit organizations that are working alongside communities to effect change using asset-based perspectives. Participants will also visit with school directors who are leveraging different progressive education models. Both the organizations and schools partner with communities, collaborate with children/families, and innovate to solve problems the Costa Rican communities have identified.	TCE 420A (all students); TCE/FSW 225 OR TCE 420D OR TCE 422 (3 or 6 credit hours)
The Way is El Camino	The Way of St. James is a journey like no other to deepen understandings of Spanish and European cultures (and, by extension, both Western civilization and pilgrimage studies) is something that anyone out of the hundreds of thousands who have done El Camino would be more than likely to corroborate. This course takes place during three weeks of the Winter Term, while hiking along The Way of St. James (Camino Mozárabe and Camino Francés, a UNESCO World Heritage site). Independent of the academic component of the course, each participant may have a different personal approach to The Way. A traveling experience, not only physical but also emotional, The Way of St. James may become a religious pilgrimage, an introspective encounter with oneself, an individual challenge of walking around 12-14 miles daily, or a cultural journey through a different space, and also a different time, as far back as the 11th century.	SPN 314 (6 credits)

Winter Study Away Programs
Program name and link to Terradotta	Short Description	Course Offerings
CBL Emerging Leaders Consulting Experience	A critical component of the Isaac & Oxley CBL is to reinforce and enhance its values by exposing students to actual business leaders across a diverse set of companies to see how they work with various stakeholders to achieve strategic objectives and create lasting value. The CBL Emerging Leaders Experience takes place in Chicago and includes a number of key organizations. Students complete an experiential course on consulting.	ACC 490B/MGT 490B (3 credits)
Entertainment Design: Innovation at Disneyland	Ever wondered what makes theme parks like Disneyland, Walt Disney World, and Universal Studios tick? Get behind-the-scenes tours, exclusive experiences, and conversations with creators while you learn how these parks embrace user-centered design, worldbuilding, and state-of-the-art technology to surprise and delight customers through immersion into themed entertainment design. Do this all while staying within the Disneyland area in Los Angeles with day trips to Universal Studios and entertainment design studios nearby.	IMS 432 (3 credits)
Wall Street Week	This is an experiential course to give students an opportunity to learn and practice equity analysis skills in a real-world setting. After completing this course, students will be able to conduct equity analysis using the appropriate methodology. In addition, students will be able to develop and give an effective presentation on the merits of a particular position to industry executives. Finally, students will be able to articulate whether or not they want to work for a Wall Street firm.	FIN 320 (3 credits)