ISEP offers multiple benefits for you and your students.
For faculty at ISEP member and affiliate universities, ISEP can support you with customized study abroad program development and select grant applications. For your students, ISEP offers extensive study, intern, volunteer, and research opportunities in more than 50 countries at institutions and organizations recognized for their high-quality immersive experiences.
As a member of the ISEP community, you will receive access to the ISEP COIL Academy:
The ISEP Academy is a complimentary program for the ISEP community offered twice per year. Participation is limited and application is required. The program provides structured mentoring and best practices provided by Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) and virtual exchange experts. Working with a small cohort of ISEP Academy fellows, selected faculty will be matched with collaborators to design a COIL-inspired course. Learn more and apply.
Connect with other faculty from ISEP member and affiliate universities around the world, as well as faculty alumni from previous academies.
Receive a COIL training certificate upon completion of the ISEP COIL Academy.
For more information on ISEP COIL Academy and the application process, please contact Michael Alijewicz at ISEP.
COIL Connect
COIL Connect is a non-profit supporting higher education institutions worldwide in creating and sustaining Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) and virtual exchange. They provide membership, a faculty partnership directory, training, and professional development to embed global engagement and equitable access into the fabric of institutions.
ISEP is proud to partner strategically with COIL Connect. Our members receive a 10% discount on their services. In particular, their Start-ups Institutional Development Program is ideal for higher education institutions looking to grow their COIL engagement.