Study Abroad
Expand your horizons with study abroad opportunities in over 50 countries, service-learning trips overseas and internships around the globe.
TCU offers semester, summer and short-term study abroad opportunities, providing you the opportunity to study the language of design while gaining insight into business principles and communication. Several graduates in recent years have leveraged contacts made during these summer classes and studio visits into full-time jobs.
2025-26 Opportunities for Fall & Spring
Check below for the complete list of trip dates, details and information session schedules. Financial aid and scholarship opportunities are available.
The Florence program offers a range of disciplines, with a focus on Fine Arts and Liberal Arts, including Interior Design, Graphic Design, Art History, Fashion, and Studio Art. Students attend classes at Scuola Lorenzo de’ Medici (LdM), an international school in Florence, studying alongside peers from around the world.
No prior knowledge of Italian is required to apply.
Study Abroad Application
Every other year, students embark on a three-week trip in May to either New York City or London, diving into the business side of design with guidance from industry professionals.
The program integrates classroom lectures with industry visits to top design firms
and advertising agencies, including:
- Ogilvy Mather
- Nickelodeon
- Louise Fili & Associates
- Pentagram Design (in both New York and London)
- Sterling Brands
Study Abroad Scholarships TCU is committed to supporting international opportunities for all Horned Frogs through
scholarships and financial aid. Real-World Experience in Action Discover how Department of Design juniors are gaining hands-on industry experience
through impactful summer internships.