As a non-profit organization, our first job is to break down barriers to make the life-changing experience of study abroad accessible and affordable for everyone. We directly enroll you at our member universities because we value the personal transformation that comes from cultural immersion. With experiences in more than 50 countries that can be tailored to fit your specific academic and personal goals, ISEP has something for you.

There are two ways to study abroad with ISEP:

ISEP Direct


With ISEP Direct, you are guaranteed placement at your destination of choice as long as you meet certain requirements. There are diverse options available for all budgets and ISEP Direct can often be the most affordable way to study abroad.



ISEP Exchange


On ISEP Exchange, you will pay your home university tuition and rank multiple sites across ISEP’s network on your application. Exchange space varies, and the most popular destinations may have a low chance of placement on ISEP Exchange.



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Support for Students

ISEP has you covered. All ISEP students receive support from our ISEP Global Office team and coordinators at host institutions. We’ll help you all along the way from finding the perfect program, completing your application, preparing you for departure and welcoming you to your new campus. Student health, safety and well-being are our top priorities.


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### ISEP Direct With [ISEP Direct](/programs/program-types-and-deadlines/isep-direct), you are guaranteed placement at your destination of choice as long as you meet certain requirements. There are diverse options available for all budgets and ISEP Direct can often be the most affordable way to study abroad. ### ISEP Exchange On [ISEP Exchange](/programs/program-types-and-deadlines/isep-exchange), you will pay your home university tuition and rank multiple sites across ISEP’s network on your application. Exchange space varies, and the most popular destinations may have a low chance of placement on ISEP Exchange.

How it Works

While ISEP offers many places where you can study abroad, there are two ways to go: ISEP Exchange and ISEP Direct. Both program types offer diverse locations and affordable options to suit your academic needs. The best program type for you depends on your host institution and your desired site.