These programs let students take learning off-campus through short domestic or international trips led by Viterbo faculty. Students earn credit while gaining hands-on, culturally immersive experiences—ideal for those with tight graduation timelines or who prefer not to study abroad for a full semester.
Advantages of Faculty-led Programs:
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Shorter time commitment
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Potentially lower cost
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Group travel with peers
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Use Viterbo financial aid
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Stronger faculty connections
Fall 2026
London (Dec. 30, 2026–Jan.10, 2027)
Experience London’s world-class theatre scene up close! Attend live performances, explore iconic venues like Shakespeare’s Globe and the West End, and immerse yourself in one of the most vibrant theatre cities in the world.
Contact Shane Rhoades at sarhoades@viterbo.edu for more information.
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Spring 2027
Guatemala (Feb. 5–14, 2027) – Nursing students only
NURS 451: Clinical Immersion
Provide health care for the indigenous people of Guatemala in a secure clinic compound in Antigua.
Contact Sherry Harris at slharris@viterbo.edu for more information.
Rome & Assisi: Walking with St. Francis (March 3–14, 2027)
RLST 261: Theological Foundations of Franciscan Leadership (Assisi)
Students will participate in a pilgrimage/immersion experience in Rome, Viterbo, and Assisi with the intention of deepening the overall learning experience. Concepts that students will come away with include a Franciscan perspective of leadership as service; the common good; acceptance and empathy, moral leadership; community.
Contact Emily Dykman at eadykman@viterbo.edu and Sean Martin at ssmartin@viterbo.edu for more information.
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Belize (April 1–15, 2027) – Nursing students only
NURS 448: Clinical Immersion
Gain a greater understanding of health care in culturally diverse populations through the direct delivery of health care services to under-served populations with limited resources in Belize.
Contact Katie Pettibone at kkpettibone@viterbo.edu for more information.
Thailand (May 16–June 2, 2027)
VUSM 205: Living in a Diverse World
Travel to multiple cities in northern Thailand; visit diverse temples, markets, factories, and much more. The course and travel will focus on Hmong history and culture in La Crosse and Thailand, focused on the 53rd anniversary of the Hmong diaspora. This trip is an extension of a Spring course.
Contact Lin Rauch at ljrauch@viterbo.edu for more information.
Clinical Experience in Zamora, Spain (May 16–30, 2027) – Nursing students only
NURS 413: Integrative Care for Diverse Communities
Participate in community projects to eliminate loneliness among the elderly. Partner with nursing students from University of Salamanca, Zamora Spain. Take day excursions and experience the culture through visits to schools, markets, architectural sites, museums, and restaurants.
Contact Vickie Heiser at vrheiser@viterbo.edu for more information.
Norway (May 15–27, 2027)
EDUC 302: Diverse Learners
The Norway Study Abroad Program offers students a two-week immersive experience in Oslo and Bergen, combining cultural exploration with academic learning. The program provides in-depth insight into Norway’s education system through visits to historic sites, schools, and panel discussions with educators.
Contact Matt Johnson at mdjohnson@viterbo.edu for more information.
Zamora, Spain (May 23–June 17, 2027)
SPAN 301/400 and ENG 252: Cultural Studies in a Spanish Speaking World
Designed to explore the social realities and cultures of this Spanish region through interaction with native speakers, exploration of historic sites, visiting cities and small towns like Madrid and Salamanca, while also experiencing museums, theatres, concerts, and local markets. Students can earn up to 6 credits.
Contact Jesus Jambrina at jejambrina@viterbo.edu for more information.
Seville, Spain (May 25–June 9, 2027)
NUTR 443 or NUTR 543
Study the components of the Mediterranean diet and how this diet is able to reduce the risk of chronic diseases. Study sports nutrition and how it can be applied to the Mediterranean diet. On campus lectures will occur one night each week during the 2nd half of the spring semester. Click here to learn More about prior trips.
Contact Maria Morgan-Bathke at memorganbathke@viterbo.edu for more information.
Non Viterbo-Sponsored Study Abroad
Looking for something a little more customized? Spend your semester on a Non Viterbo-sponsored study abroad program. You choose where you want to go and what you want to study! Click here to learn more.