In 2024, ISEP made significant strides in strategic growth, setting the stage for the next chapter of our organization with a renewed sense of purpose. This year, we celebrated our 45th anniversary—an incredible milestone that allowed us to reflect on our journey while looking ahead to new opportunities.

Over the past year, we have begun developing a new mission, vision, and organizational values for ISEP to reflect our evolution and serve as guiding principles for our future. Additionally, we are finalizing a new strategic plan that will be used to set our direction for the next few years. With the new plan in place, we look forward to the opportunity to creatively serve our community to accomplish shared goals of increasing student mobility, supporting underrepresented students, and strengthening the field of international education through increased collaboration.

In 2025, we look forward to centering inclusion in everything we do. We eagerly await the opportunity to work with our partners to shape the future of global education.










Expanding Our Global Portfolio

In 2024 we announced two new programs in the ISEP Direct portfolio: Summer in Ghana – Global Health and Study in Sevilla. We also welcomed three new Exchange Members: De Montfort University, Towson University, and University of New Orleans. With the addition of these new programs and exchange destinations, ISEP is offering students more opportunities for:

  • Hands-On Learning & Professional Growth: Gain hands-on experience in global health or diverse academic fields, building professional skills and cultural competence.
  • Mentorship & Academic Rigor: Learn from expert faculty and practitioners while earning academic credit from acclaimed institutions.
  • Diverse & Immersive Destinations: Experience the rich cultural landscapes of Ghana and Sevilla, each offering unique perspectives on healthcare, society, and education.
  • Cross-Cultural Engagement: Develop a global mindset through direct interaction with local communities, enhancing adaptability and intercultural communication skills.

Committed to Making Study Abroad Accessible, Affordable, and Inclusive

In 2024, ISEP…

  • Increased the amount of scholarship awards we funded by 85%.
  • Awarded 28% more scholarships to ISEP students.
  • Welcomed nearly 40 attendees representing 28 higher education organizations and institutions, including 17 HBCUs and four international universities, to our annual HBCU Internationalization Forum.
  • Distributed 400 passes for public transportation to the airport from the Forum’s Annual Conference in 2024, reducing the number of single-rider car trips, encouraging sustainable choices when traveling professionally, and potentially offsetting 366.8 kg of CO₂. 
  • Staff gave over a dozen conference presentations and workshops on topics including education abroad visas, campus-wide internationalization, inclusive success and change management, navigating sustainability, and more.

Download the complete 2024 Year in Review.