Our Programs

Understanding the types of UNH global programs will help you to narrow your search by making sure the program you choose meets your personal, professional, and academic goals. Regardless of the type of program, UNH will charge all students the Study Abroad Administration and Technology fees. Students participating in UNH Faculty-led, Exchange and OIE programs will also be charged the UNH Eligible Travelers' Medical and Security international Insurance fee. An easy comparison chart of our programs can be found here:

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Program Types

UNH Faculty-Led Programs

• Developed by UNH faculty; administered by a UNH academic department.
• You will be with other UNH students, although some also accept non-UNH students.
• Take UNH courses that align with UNH curricula, making it easy to fulfill requirements.
• Pay UNH tuition, plus program fees, and some UNH fees.  

Exchange Programs

• Trade places with a student attending a select university abroad.
• Courses and services are delivered by the host university. Housing is typically in shared apartments or dorms.
• Recommended if you want a more independent and immersion experience studying with local and international students.
• Pay UNH tuition, some UNH fees. Pay housing costs directly to the host institution.

Partner Programs

• Managed by professional third-party providers or universities abroad.
• Housing is arranged by the partner and cannot be opted out of; independent housing is not allowed.
• Study abroad with U.S., local, and international students.
• Apply to and pay the program provider directly. This includes foreign tuition, housing, on-site support, excursions, and sometimes meals. Some UNH fees apply.

Other International Experience (i.e. intern or research abroad)

• These are UNH experiences abroad that do not involve taking formal classes for credit.
• If credit is involved, it is arranged between an individual student and a faculty member typically as an independent study or internship.
• Some UNH fees apply.  

For more details, see the Intern or Research Abroad page.

 If, after reviewing all the Faculty-Led, Partner and Exchange programs, you cannot find a program that meets your academic requirements, there are a few options:

• Review them again because the options below involve significantly more individual work and responsibility.
• Formally request to have a non-approved program granted a one-time approval by completing a One-time Approval Petition. You must meet with your Global Education advisor to see if a petition would be feasible, as the request must be academic-based, and strict rules apply. Programs that are less than four weeks in duration are not considered for a One-time Approval Petition.
• Officially withdraw from UNH for the semester or year abroad. Note: you may not be able to transfer credits in.