About SAF |Study Abroad Opportunities | International Studies Abroad

Who We Are

SAF facilitates student mobility between our invitation-only university consortium. We provide students from China, Korea, and Japan with for-credit study abroad opportunities during semester, year-long, and summer terms across the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, Canada, Europe, New Zealand, and Asia.

SAF is part of IES Abroad, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization founded in 1950.

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2018 Winner - PIEoneer's Industry Award
23 Top 100 University Partners
2016 & 2017 Winner - GoAbroad.com Awards
145+ Accredited Program Options
Registered 501(c)3 Nonprofit Organization
Over 10,000 Alumni

Our Leadership

Dr. Mary M. Dwyer

President & CEO

Amber Mercier

VP for Strategy & New Business Initiatives

William Hoye

EVP & Chief Operating Officer

Dr. Michael Adewumi

EVP for Academic Programs & Provost

Bill Martens

Vice President & CFO

Richard Bartecki

EVP for Marketing & Institutional Relations

Carol A. Carmody

Executive Director

Melissa Trahyn

Associate Director, Program Management

Joe Sevigny

Senior AVP for Global Enrollment Management

Benjamin Mack

AVP for International Marketing

Lifei Yang

Marketing Director, SAF China

Dr. Michael Zhao

VP for Academic Partner Development, SAF China

Zhao Ning

Director, SAF China

Tracey Tao

Senior Associate Director, SAF China

Henry Oh

Director, SAF Korea

Brett Rumminger

Director, SAF Japan

Our International Offices

China

Beijing , Shanghai , Guangzhou

Korea

Seoul

Japan

Kyoto , Tokyo

Indiana

Indianapolis

What We Do

The Study Abroad Foundation facilitates student mobility between our invitation-only international university consortium. Students at participating universities have global access to the world's best experts in their academic specialization, and can truly tailor their studies to maximize international career and graduate admission opportunities.

Seek Consultation

You're invited to a personal consultation with our highly qualified Student Counselling Team where you'll have the opportunity to share your goals and passions. We'll tailor a custom study plan and give you practical steps to turn your dreams into reality.

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Fuss-free Application

We have helped thousands of students simplify the study abroad admissions process. We'll work together to optimize your resume and personal statements, strategize for test preparation, and streamline the administrative processes of visa applications, accommodations, class selections and more.

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Enjoy Overseas Support

With our U.S.-based Program Management Team and 24-hour emergency assistance, our global support staff stand ready to assist in any crisis. Rest assured knowing you're covered by sophisticated comprehensive insurance and the backing of IES Abroad, the largest study abroad provider in the United States.

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Programs We Offer

Academic Programs

Working across our university consortium, SAF enroll students in term-based undergraduate or graduate courses to be assessed on the same basis as degree-seeking students.

Concurrent Programs

Students just shy of normal language requirements have options with hybrid language and academic course combinations in both undergraduate and graduate programs.

Internship Programs

Working with a limited number of quality partners, SAF facilitates professional internship placements to enable students apply their learning in the real world.

Language Standalone Programs

Students with any level of language proficiency can study abroad. SAF partners exclusively with university campus language centers to offer pure language courses designed to improve proficiency.

Language Pathway Programs

Students aspiring toward a for-credit study abroad program who don't yet meet language requirements can take a language pathway program with SAF.

Research Programs

Working in partnership with host university faculty, our students enjoy participation in a dedicated research effort during the academic session.

Summer Programs

Enroll in a summer session at an SAF partner university. Tailored specifically for international students, summer programs often include prearranged extra-curricular activities.

Academic Study Tour Programs

Offered primarily to our home university faculty, SAF facilitates student groups across IES Abroad locations and our university consortium for bespoke, faculty-led programs.

Explore these options in the following countries

CHINA JAPAN KOREA

Our Partners

The Study Abroad Foundation's invitation-only university consortium includes a range of hosting universities selected to maximize participating student access to the world's best academia across a broad range of discipline areas.

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Host Universities

United States

36Universities

United Kingdom

10Universities

Europe

18Universities

Canada

4Universities

Australia & New Zealand

3Universities

Asia

2Universities