Viterbi International Programs

Discover opportunities to travel and learn across the globe

The University of Southern California and the USC Viterbi School of Engineering offer numerous opportunities to explore the world through immersive study abroad programs. Whether students want to go abroad for a few days or a few months, our advisors can offer guidance to help determine which programs best meet their needs and goals. Through engineering-specific, service-learning, and interdisciplinary programs, Viterbi students can take advantage of a diverse range of international opportunities to help expand their worldview as future leaders in engineering.

Fall 2022 Viterbi Study Abroad Information Session Recording

Short Term Programs

Spring Break Abroad: WRIT 340

Viterbi students participating in this program can make progress towards their engineering degree by taking WRIT 340 in the spring semester and traveling abroad with the program during spring break.

Viterbi Fall Lead: WRIT 340

Viterbi students participating in this program can make progress towards their engineering degree by taking WRIT 340 in the fall semester with the first two weeks of the course studying abroad during the summer. Travel dates for the abroad portion of the trip are in late July-early August.

Viterbi Maymester: WRIT 340

Viterbi students participating in this program can make progress towards their engineering degree by taking WRIT 340 in the spring semester with the last two weeks of the course abroad. Travel dates for the abroad portion of the trip are in May after finals week.

International Exchange Programs

National University of Singapore (NUS)

Participate the Viterbi International Exchange program for an excellent opportunity to study abroad for one semester and learn from peers and faculty in Singapore. The National University of Singapore is a leading English-speaking, global university centered in Asia. NUS’s 36,000 students come from 100 countries, with international students making up 20% of the undergraduate population.

Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST)

Participate the Viterbi International Exchange program for an excellent opportunity to study abroad for one semester and learn from peers and faculty in Hong Kong. The School of Engineering (SENG) is the largest of the five schools within HKUST, composed of over 2,300 undergraduates.

Technical University of Crete

Our newest exchange program for Electrical and Computer Engineering students. More information coming soon.

Incoming Students

Information and application for students nominated by Partner Universities for the Viterbi International Exchange Program

Viterbi Research Overseas

Tsinghua Summer Research Program

Participate in research with faculty on-campus for a summer at Tsinghua University in Beijing. Gain exposure to China and Chinese culture with opportunities to learn more about the country, culture and research approaches.

Frequently Asked Questions

There are numerous benefits to going abroad, both academic and personal. On an academic level, you will become a more well-rounded student by taking courses not offered on campus, or those similar to on-campus courses with a different academic context. You can also develop new intellectual pursuits, improve both your foreign language and English communication skills, or begin a new language. You will become more self-reliant and resourceful, make new friends, learn about your heritage or gain new perspectives on your identity, and delve into local arts, culture, cuisine, and sports. You will also make your resume more attractive to future employers because you will improve your interpersonal skills, and you can even gain international internship or volunteer experience.

All students going abroad must have a passport, which should be valid for at least six months beyond the last day of their program. Before departing the US, you will also need to obtain a student visa from your host country’s consulate. Visa procedures are different for each country, and processing times can take as little as one day or as long as three months. Note that most consulates keep your passport while processing your visa, so you will not be able to travel outside of the US during that time. International students should keep in mind that visa procedures may differ from those of their US-citizen counterparts. Once you have decided on a destination, look at the country’s consular website and familiarize yourself with student visa requirements.

For more information about visa requirements, you may also check in with the Office of International Services.

Viterbi International Programs

Discover opportunities to travel and learn across the globe

Short Term Programs

Spring Break Abroad: WRIT 340

Viterbi Fall Lead: WRIT 340

Viterbi Maymester: WRIT 340

International Exchange Programs

National University of Singapore (NUS)

Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST)

Technical University of Crete

Incoming Students

Viterbi Research Overseas

Tsinghua Summer Research Program

Frequently Asked Questions

Academic Resources

Co-Curricular Opportunities

Career Connections

Graduate School

Student Involvement

Diversity

Scholarships