The Global Education Office facilitates a wide variety of global education programs to meet the differing needs of ASU’s diverse student body Over 300 programs are offered ranging from studying abroad for a semester, ASU faculty-led programs, international internships, to online global learning programs
All programs are designed to help students gain a global perspective that will benefit them throughout their academic and professional career
Students who participated in more than one program are only represented once for demographic information first-generation college
4,369
OnlineGlobalLearning
students
Comparatively,
All GEO programs
All GEO programs
*n is representative of discrete students, as students are only counted once for demographic information
Traditional mobility at ASU
Program types
Faculty
Directed
Faculty Directed programs are led by ASU faculty for Sun Devils, typically occurring during the summer. Students receive pre-determined ASU credit(s), and study a specific topic to expand learning beyond the classroom.
Partnership
893
819 768 134
Partnership programs are longer-term programs students can participate in, ranging from 6-18 weeks during the summer or semester. Students receive ASU credit based on course equivalencies, and receive on-site support from a partner organization.
Global Intensive Experience
Global Intensive Experiences (GIE) are the shortest program option, lasting 7-12 days over academic breaks. Students travel with ASU faculty to take a deep dive into a specific topic. GIEs can also be a part of a semester course at ASU.
Traditional mobility programs represent what most people think of as study abroad. Intentionally designed and carefully curated, GEO facilitates 300+ programs to meet the needs of every ASU student Programs come in all shapes and sizes, and include study abroad, domestic study away, internships, research and service learning.
2,614
total participants
Exchange (Outbound)
Exchange programs are the most traditional and immersive study abroad experience. Students are part of a reciprocal exchange program and spend a semester or year abroad enrolled at a local university. Incoming exchange students spend a semester or year at ASU.
Who’s coming to ASU?
International incoming exchange students
18
93 Domestic incoming exchange students
Traditional mobility
Top 15 destinations
Top 15 destinations for traditional mobility
Spain
Italy
France
United Kingdom
Ireland
Costa Rica
Germany
Japan
United States
Australia
South Korea
Netherlands
Greece
Vietnam 15. Hong Kong
Traditional mobility
student demographics
Enrollment by ethnicity
Students
Traditional mobility student demographics
By campus
Any ASU student has the opportunity to participate on a Global Education program, including ASU Online students While the Global Education Office is located on the Tempe campus, we support all ASU students from every campus
Traditional mobility
Traditional mobility student demographics
Enrollment by academic college
Online global learning programs
What are online global learning programs?
1,755 participants in online global learning programs.
The ASU Global Education Office offered online global learning programs starting in 2020, and student interest continues. Online global learning programs open up global education experiences as an option for more ASU students regardless of their background.
As seen in the following data, online global learning programs are a popular global learning option for a more diverse group of students than traditional mobility. It limits the barriers and obstacles to a global learning experience, to allow more students to participate.
The programs are designed to be career-readiness tools Students can participate in remote global internships with companies worldwide to gain hands-on international work experience or join skill-based learning courses to support student’s future careers
50.1%
Pell eligible
19.4%
Online global learning programs surpassed ASU’s overall Pell eligibility rate of 40%.
first-generation college students
Online global learning programs are not limited to students only in ASU Online, but to all students regardless of physical ASU campus While many participants are ASU Online, student participation from all campuses is demonstrated.
Students who participated in more than one program are only represented once for demographic information
Scholarships for global education
The Global Education Office offers scholarships and financial aid to help make global learning experiences more accessible to all students
Students received over $2.4M scholarships awarded 1,193
34.9% of participants were awarded a scholarship. in scholarships for 2024-2025
Scholarships for global education
Reflecting on my global experience, the most valuable aspect was undoubtedly the opportunity for personal growth and cultural immersion. Stepping out of my comfort zone and embracing new cultures, languages, and ways of thinking broadened my perspective in ways I couldn't have imagined It challenged me to adapt, be resilient, and develop a deeper understanding and appreciation for diversity. This experience not only enriched my worldview but also equipped me with invaluable skills such as adaptability, empathy, and intercultural communication.
Scholarship sources
948
Cassandra Sanchez received a Go Global Grant to use towards her global education program. scholarships. scholarships.
The Global Education Office manages ASU’s Student International Travel Registration System, providing support to ASU students who travel outside the United States for a variety of ASU-related international activities. These activities include: participation in a conference, athletic competitions or any travel that is part of an ASU class or for which the student receives ASU credit.
Registered travelers have access to GEO’s travel intelligence resources, international insurance policy and 24/7 emergency support – just like participants in GEO programs
Students who participated in more than one program are only represented once for demographic information
By academic level
1,026
participants
Participation by campus
Travel Registration demographics
ASU Online + CIEE Partnership
ASU Online + CIEE course participation
In fall 2024, ASU launched a partnership with the Council on International Educational Exchange to allow students studying abroad through a CIEE program to enroll in ASU Online courses as a visiting university student. The first cohort of students participated in spring 2025, expanding access to courses that are not typically offered onsite, helping students stay on track with their degree requirements at their home universities while studying abroad.
A game-changer for study abroad
Empowering students. Every student can now embrace the transformational experience of studying abroad, even with challenging majors or strict degree requirements
Expanding access. Online courses eliminate curriculum barriers, unlocking opportunities in diverse global destinations that were previously out of reach
Innovative collaboration. By blending ASU Online’s flexible, high-quality courses with CIEE’s immersive programs, study abroad opportunities can meet the needs of today’s students and institutions
Institutional impact. Partner universities can expand their study abroad offerings without compromising academic progress, giving students more pathways to global engagement.
ASU Online + CIEE Partnership
Spring and summer 2025 enrollment
U.S. universities offered the opportunity for students to participate.
Participating universities included: Bucknell University, Howard University, University of Colorado Boulder and University of California, Los Angeles.
