WheaGo Global is Wheaton’s first-semester study abroad program for incoming students. You have the opportunity to start your Wheaton journey at one of five international partner universities in Australia, France, Greece, Spain or Switzerland.
Why should I start my college experience abroad?
- Built-in community from day one: You will travel, live and explore with a dedicated cohort of fellow Wheaton students, giving you an instant network of lifelong friends sharing the exact same adventure.
- Seamless academic progress: Every course you take abroad fulfills your first-semester course requirements, earning you full Wheaton credit.
- Next-level life skills: Get a head start on your personal and career goals. By navigating a new culture early, you will build the independence, language skills and global perspective that set you apart from day one.
Choose Your Destination
We partner with five top-tier international universities, each offering a unique experience.
1. Barcelona, Spain (Blanquerna – Universitat Ramon Llull)
What you will study: Communications and International Relations
The experience: Live in El Raval, one of Barcelona’s most vibrant, multicultural waterfront neighborhoods. You will study media and global politics, take a Spanish or Catalan language course, and immerse yourself in local culture.
2. Lugano, Switzerland (Franklin University Switzerland)
What you will study: Culture, Sustainability, and the Sciences
The experience: Live on a campus overlooking Lake Lugano and the mountains. You will take science and sustainability classes alongside a French, Italian or German language course, all while living in a peaceful hub of Swiss-Mediterranean culture.
3. Sydney, Australia (International College of Management Sydney)
What you will study: Business, Management, and Hospitality
The experience: Located on the Northern Beaches Campus, the International College of Management combines a flexible curriculum taught by industry-expert faculty with hands-on learning. The college has nearby ferry access to the central financial district and downtown Sydney.
4. Paris, France (Paris College of Art)
What you will study: Art, Fashion, and Design
The experience: Live independently in college-managed studio apartments in the art capital of the world. Alongside your design courses and French language lessons, you will participate in group trips like walking tours, cooking classes, concerts and more.
5. Athens, Greece (The American College of Greece)
What you will study: Liberal Arts and Sciences
The experience: Live in furnished apartments in the quiet neighborhood of Agia Paraskevi, studying alongside a diverse student body from over 70 countries. You will learn Greek, explore how history shapes modern issues, and immerse yourself in local culture through guided museum tours, cooking classes, and festivals.
Your journey begins right here on the Wheaton campus with a dedicated orientation for WheaGo Global participants. Financing your semester abroad is as seamless as if you were living here on campus.
WheaGo Global is designed for independent, adaptable students who are eager to dive into a specific academic focus and navigate new environments.
Before You Go
Cost of Attendance
Eligibility
How to Apply
Questions?
If you have questions about WheaGo Global contact [email protected].