Explore the World Through International Learning Opportunities

Engaging with other cultures can enrich your education, broaden your perspective, and even transform your life. International learning and teaching programs offer exciting opportunities to examine educational issues beyond the traditional classroom setting.

Study abroad programs are available through Teachers College and the University’s Rinker Center for Global Affairs. Most opportunities require early planning—typically beginning a few semesters in advance—and include informational meetings. General details about Teachers College study abroad programs are provided below. Please note that all programs are subject to change based on student enrollment, program providers, and college needs. Additional fees may apply. For the most up-to-date information, contact the Rinker Center for Global Affairs.

DoDEA Student Teaching: Germany

Students and one faculty member posing in quaint German village square.

Student Teaching in U.S. Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) Schools

  • Location: Germany (Ramstein, Kaiserslautern, and Vogelweh)
  • Length: Semester
  • Credits: 12 credit hours

Established in 2003, this semester-long program offers student teachers a unique opportunity to live and teach abroad at U.S. Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) military base schools in Germany. Participants work with children of military families and explore European culture while fulfilling student teaching requirements. Opportunities are available for elementary, secondary, and special education candidates in PK–12 settings.

Read about previous student teaching experiences in Germany on our blog.
For more information, contact Rachel Geesa.

Students posing in front of statue in England

EDEL-O: Education Overseas – England

  • Location: England
  • Length: Summer
  • Credits: 3-9 credit hours

Established in the 1970s, this summer program offers students the chance to study, teach, and travel in England. While living on a university campus, participants explore the British education system through school visits, site tours, and reflective activities. Students also immerse themselves in British history and culture with their practicum group.

Learn more about past EDEL-O experiences on our blog.
Discover the legacy of the EXELO program.

Educational Studies Overseas – England

  • Location: England
  • Length: Summer
  • Credits: 3 credit hours

In this program, students explore education foundations in London, England, with opportunities to travel and explore England. While staying on a university campus, participants gain insight into the British education system through school visits, tours, and reflective exercises. They also explore British history and culture in collaboration with their study abroad group.

Global Gateway Student Teaching Program

  • Location: Indiana and International Sites
  • Length: 17 weeks (10 weeks in Indiana + 7 weeks abroad)

Ball State University partners with Indiana University to offer the Global Gateway Student Teaching Program—a unique opportunity that combines local and international teaching experiences.

Participants begin with a 10-week student teaching placement in Indiana. After completing all required coursework and meeting state licensure requirements*, students continue with a 7-week placement in an international setting.

Available global destinations include England, Wales, Scotland, the Republic of Ireland, India, Australia, and many more.

For more information, contact Adam Werling.
Learn more about the Global Gateway program.

Three students posing in Ireland

EDHI 403: Leadership Study Abroad – Various Locations

  • Location: Varies
  • Length: Spring Break
  • Credits: 3 credit hours

This course introduces students to historical and contemporary theories of leadership within a cultural context. It also examines ethical considerations and research methods related to leadership studies. Open to all students, the course includes a one-week embedded study abroad experience during Spring Break. Recent destinations include Ireland and Mexico.

This course counts toward the Minor in Leadership Development.
Learn more about previous EDHI 403 experiences on our blog.

Study Abroad

Our Rinker Center for Global Affairs offers many options for studying abroad, from class trips led by professors to independent exchanges at foreign universities. These programs are open to all students, and they vary in length, location, and cost. Learn more.